About the Program
The Master of Science in Finance at Swiss International University (SIU) is an advanced postgraduate study program designed for professionals, managers, financial specialists, entrepreneurs, and future finance leaders who want to develop strong knowledge in corporate finance, investment analysis, financial markets, risk management, financial technology, and applied business research. This program is delivered across SIU Zurich, SIU Dubai, and SIU Bishkek.
Program Overview
The program is delivered 100% in English through a blended study method, combining flexible online learning with selected academic activities and optional on-campus engagement. Students may complete their thesis defense on campus in Zurich, Dubai, or Bishkek, giving the program an international academic and professional dimension.
Program Title: Master of Science in Finance
Study Level: Equal to ISCED / EQF Level 7*
European Cycle: Equal to the 2nd European cycle
Duration: 18 Months
Study Method: Blended
Language of Study: 100% English
ECTS: Equal to 90 ECTS
Tuition Fee: CHF 49,000
Thesis Defense: Zurich, Dubai, or Bishkek campus
*ISCED means the International Standard Classification of Education, a global framework used to compare education levels internationally. EQF means the European Qualifications Framework, which helps compare qualifications across European education systems. Level 7 usually refers to master’s-level studies.
This program starts once per year, on the first Monday of October. The first intake began in October 2013.
Program Content
First Year: 9 Modules
Corporate Finance and Financial Strategy
Financial Markets and Institutions
Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management
Managerial Accounting and Financial Reporting
Risk Management and Financial Decision-Making
International Finance and Global Capital Markets
FinTech, Digital Finance, and Innovation
Financial Data Analysis and Business Analytics
Research Methods for Finance
Second Year: Thesis
Master Thesis in Finance
Thesis Defense
The thesis allows students to apply finance theories, research methods, and analytical thinking to a real or research-based financial topic. The defense may be completed on campus in Zurich, Dubai, or Bishkek.
Learning Themes
The program focuses on key themes in modern finance, including:
Corporate finance, investment management, financial markets, banking, international finance, portfolio analysis, risk management, accounting interpretation, financial technology, digital finance, financial data analysis, ethical financial decision-making, and applied research.
Students are expected to develop the ability to analyze financial information, evaluate investment opportunities, understand market behavior, manage financial risks, and support strategic financial decisions in local and international business environments.
Typical Class Profile
Class size: Up to 25 students
Female participants: 60%
Average age: 35 years
Nationalities represented: 17
Average professional experience: 11 years
Benefits of the Program
The Master of Science in Finance is designed for learners who want to combine advanced financial knowledge with practical analytical and strategic decision-making skills. It supports professionals who work with finance, banking, investments, accounting, business development, and corporate management.
Key benefits include:
Flexible blended learning, 100% English instruction, international thesis defense options, practical finance modules, strong focus on investment and financial strategy, development of research and analytical skills, and a diverse classroom with experienced professionals from different countries and industries.
Who Can Apply?
This program is suitable for applicants who hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification and wish to continue to master’s-level studies in finance.
It is especially suitable for:
Finance professionals, business graduates, accountants, bankers, investment specialists, entrepreneurs, consultants, financial analysts, project managers, and applicants from related fields who want to develop advanced finance and financial decision-making skills.
Applicants should have a good command of English and an interest in finance, investment, financial markets, banking, accounting, data analysis, and applied research.