Master of Science [M.S] [Financial Management] From Utrecht University

Based on ?s research expertise, this multidisciplinary Master?s gives you a broad and specific understanding of the financial management of organisations. You study with some of the world?s leading academics in the field of financial management.

In the In the ?programme offered by?Utrecht University?you will focus on:

• How to raise capital (i.e. issuing shares and bonds);

• How to allocate capital (capital and operational budgeting);

• How to manage short-term resources;

• How to deal with new alternative financing forms such as crowdfunding or fintech;

• How to manage different corporate risks;

• How to align individual motives to organisational motives via performance management and compensation systems;

• How to effectively introduce changes in financial management policies within organisations.

Careers

There is a growing need for well-trained young talent able to see ?the story behind the numbers? in the financial industry. More than ever before, there is a need for clear financial analysis and sound financial advice. Further, the future of economy and finance will be created by professionals who have a firm grasp on the impact their decisions have upon society and the individual.

As a graduate of the MSc in Financial Management, you are prepared to take on a wide variety of financial management positions worldwide, functioning at an excellent practical and academic level, and with a broad perspective that takes all stakeholders into account.

Graduates of the Utrecht University Master?s in Financial Management have gone on to work in a number of different institutions and sectors including:

• international banks e.g. World Bank, European Central Bank, Dutch Central Bank;

• corporate banks e.g. ABN AMRO, HSBC, ING, Rabobank;

• insurance firms and pension funds? (Delta Lloyd, PGGM)

• financial market regulators (BaFin and AFM)

• start-ups and venture capital firms;

• consultancy firms