Finance Global Experience Track
The two-year program balances rigorous theoretical training with practical application, ensuring you acquire the advanced skills required by the evolving job market. With new computational labs, updated course content and the innovative Climate Finance Lab, you will be provided with the skills needed to excel in highly quantitative roles and thrive in a global context.
The Finance Global Experience track features:
- Ad hoc career counseling and networking opportunities with employers, designed to meet the specific needs of the class
- A small class size fostering meaningful interactions, personalized support and collaborative learning
- A predominantly international class group
- A mandatory experience abroad, either an internship or an exchange program
- An extensive choice of electives, all taught in English
- Behavioral skills seminars focused on inclusive communication in multicultural environments
- Roundtables with Alumni already working in the field to enhance knowledge of the job market and employability.
Students define their specialization by choosing one of three concentrations, or the open path, then integrate study abroad programs and/or international internships. These options allow you to craft a unique, globally focused study path highly valued in the finance industry.
The Finance and Global Experience track is especially suited for students passionate about a globalized and international context. By combining cutting-edge quantitative finance training with a supportive and inclusive environment, this track empowers you to succeed in today’s competitive job market. Its collaborative nature, its focus on leadership skills and its commitment to diversity make it an excellent choice for top talents aspiring to excel in finance.
By integrating a small class size, exclusive placement resources and a commitment to fostering inclusive leadership skills, this track supports both rigorous academic excellence and personal growth, making it particularly attractive to candidates aspiring to leadership in global finance.
Study Plan
In the first year, you will master the fundamental concepts of finance through core courses and seminars, all featuring highly interactive methods based on individual and team-based work.
In the second year, you will:
- Complete your study program by selecting a Concentration
- Apply for a study-abroad experience
- Participate in a compulsory internship
- Study foreign languages
- Conclude with your thesis to demonstrate your research abilities
Concentrations
- Bank and Insurance Management and Consulting
Ideal for students pursuing careers in banking, insurance and consulting industries. - Corporate Finance and Investment Banking
Focused on corporate finance strategies, M&A and investment banking practices. - Quantitative Finance and Asset Management
Designed for those interested in quantitative modeling, risk management, and portfolio optimization.
Open Path
This flexible option allows you to create a personalized study path by selecting courses aligned with your unique career goals.
1st year
Semester 1
Financial Reporting and Analysis Lab | 3 |
Corporate finance (Business Valuation) | 6 |
Quantitative finance and derivatives - Module 1 | 7 |
Empirical Finance | 8 |
Investment Banking | 6 |
Behavioural skills seminar – Inclusive Communication in a multicultural environment | 2 |
Semester 2
Quantitative finance and derivatives - Module 2 | 6 |
Financial Institutions and markets law | 6 |
Financial Data Science | 6 |
Risk management and value in banking and insurance | 6 |
Investments: an international perspective | 6 |
Total credits points of the first year | 62 |
2nd year
4 elective courses (concentrations or free track) | 24 |
Professional English seminars (lessons + exam) | 2 |
Second foreign language (lessons + exam 1st semester 2nd year) | 4 |
Climate Finance LAB or Enhancing Experience - Curricular Supplementary Activities | 2 |
Internship or similar activities | 8 |
Thesis | 18 |
Total credit points of the second year | 58 |
Total credit points | 120 |