International Finance: University of Amsterdam

Overview

The MIF introduces you to cutting-edge developments in international corporate finance, banking, and asset management. The course curriculum aims to prepare students for a professional rather than an academic career. Nevertheless, high academic standards are maintained and students are introduced to the most recent research in the respective areas. At the same time, experts from the financial services industry are regularly involved in the development of the courses and as guest lecturers, thus guaranteeing that the curriculum has a high degree of practical relevance.

Career perspectives

The typical MIF graduate will embark on a career in areas where a thorough understanding of the complexities of international finance and business is essential, such as international financial institutions, multinationals, consultancy firms, and banks.

Admission requirements

Bachelor or Master degree: Applicants are required to hold a recognized Bachelor's or Master's degree. Depending on your academic background, you may be required to complete part or all of the MIF pre-course training (summer course) before the start of the regular course programme. Students holding BSc or BA degrees from university programmes in finance or economics/business with a strong focus on finance will be regularly exempted from the pre-course training.

GMAT or GRE: The GMAT or GRE is compulsory for all applicants to the full-time programme. Applicants with a PhD may apply for an exemption. They require a minimum GMAT score of around 630 and a minimum analytical writing score of around 4.0. The required minimum GRE score is around 650 (quantitative) and around 4.0 for analytical writing (the combined score should be 1200 or higher).

English language proficiency: Minimum TOEFL score: 100. Minimum IELTS score: 7.0.