Tilburg University is a research university located in the city of Tilburg in the Netherlands. It was founded in 1927 and offers a range of bachelor's, master's, and PhD programs in fields such as economics, law, social sciences, humanities, and theology. The university is known for its expertise in fields such as economics, business, psychology, and law, and is home to a number of research institutes and centers focused on these areas. Tilburg University has a strong international focus, with students from over 100 countries and partnerships with over 150 universities worldwide. It is also a member of several international research and educational networks.

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Learn the concepts and principles that investment professionals around the world have deemed integral to global practice. Our program is closely tied to professional practice through The Chartered Financial Analyst program partnership, and courses are an excellent preparation for the CFA exams. This is a track of MSc Finance. Show less

Program content
Core courses
You will follow 4 core courses, a total of 24 ECTS
Unit 1: End of August – October

Advanced Corporate Finance
Empirical Methods in Finance (continues in unit 2)
Investment Analysis
Unit 2: End of October – January

Empirical Methods in Finance
Unit 3: End of January – April

Financial Statement Analysis & Valuation
Elective courses
Choose 3 electives (18 ECTS) shaping the CFA track
Unit 2: End of October – January

Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
Asset Allocation & Sustainable Investing
Derivative Securities
Unit 3: End of January – April

Fixed Income Analysis
Data Science Methods in Finance
Master's thesis
During the fourth unit (April - August) you will write your Master's thesis (18 ECTS).

The final stage of the Master in Finance consists of writing a master thesis in the field of finance.
Your thesis is proof that you are able to independently conduct scientific research worthy of a master's degree.
Examples of thesis subjects are:
Information Asymmetry in Insider Trading
Short-termism, ESG, and the influence of institutional investors
Many Different Flowers Make a Bouquet: How Diversity Affects M&A Returns
Watch a trial lecture
Do you want to experience what a lecture of this Master's program is like? Watch the recording of a lecture and get an impression what to expect.

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You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

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