The MSc IFM is an internationally and practically aligned academic management programme. The systematic combination of academic methods and applied know-how provides MSc IFM graduates with the proficiency to handle complex situations and to reach their own well-considered judgments. More specifically, MSc IFM graduates are equipped with the ability to:
- design, support, manage and audit all finance and controlling related systems, while globally cooperating with suppliers, partners, workforces, peers, executives and customers.
- productively handle an organization’s complexity in a dynamic environment, even when faced with insufficient or uncertain information.
- manage all other systems, processes, and transactions because of their skill in handling complex and diverse matters.
- develop context-specific solutions based on academically rigorous and practically approved methods.
MSc IFM graduates have laid the foundation for their successful professional development and promotion. Key professional roles are open to them, either in managerial or specialized positions, in virtually any organization outside of the financial services industry.
Examples of graduates’ area of professional activity:
- Swiss Public Certified Accountant/Auditor in an international environment (CPA)
- Financial Manager/Controller in internationally oriented companies in Switzerland or abroad, in (regional) headquarters of internationally operating and oriented companies or in SMEs with an international focus.
The student testimonials below give you an impression of what students think of the programme.
«Other than the programme’s internationality and professional orientation, the most important aspect supporting my decision to enrol into the IFM programme was the high flexibility of the programme.»
– Nicola Lorch (Germany)
«After the Introduction Day at the Institute of Financial Services Zug IFZ and the first lectures I have already developed a large network of friends and colleagues from all over the world.»
– Solomon Ofosu Appea (Ghana)
«One of the most valuable advantages of this programme is definitely its international exposure.»
– Clara Sandoval (Guatemala)
«The key reason for choosing the MSc IFM was mainly the high flexibility offered by the programme. Compared with other master's the IFM provides different study-track models and, most importantly, enables you to organize the semester schedule according to your personal needs.»
– Claudia Jetschgo (Austria)
«The University has a strong focus on applied disciplines and this was one of the main factors which attracted me to study there. For example, the Corporate Finance classes have given me knowledge which I currently use on an almost daily basis.»
– Ana-Maria Wall (Romania)
