The Mannheim Master in Finance, Accounting & Taxation

The Mannheim Master in Finance, Accounting and Taxation – MMFACT for short – offers you an internationally oriented, practical and academically sound education that prepares you for a successful career in the finance departments of large corporations, banks and consulting firms. The MMFACT can also be the basis for an academic career or for a career as a tax consultant or auditor.

Graduates of the MMFACT have comprehensive specialist knowledge in the core disciplines, are excellently trained in quantitative methods and have practical experience in dealing with complex data sets.

Benefit from practical skills and a strong international network – perfect prerequisites for successfully shaping your professional future. The course is taught entirely in English, which not only provides you with valuable language skills, but also underlines the international orientation of the program.

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The degree program combines the relevant specialist knowledge in the core areas of finance, accounting and taxation with quantitatively oriented methodological training. One focus is on data analytics and the application-oriented handling of data. This combination of specialist knowledge and quantitative, empirical analysis methods is essential for a future-proof career in finance departments and banks.

In addition to the core courses, you have the flexibility to specialize in the areas you need for your desired career. Our research-strong professors build their teaching on the findings of cutting-edge international research and convey them in a practice-oriented way. A cohort of students who share your quantitative interests and aspire to similar careers will form the network for your international career.

An additional 30 ECTS credits are allocated to the “Theses” module. (Master's thesis + seminar)

1. Expertise in Finance, Accounting and Taxation (FACT): Our students acquire in-depth, practice-oriented specialist knowledge in the fields of finance, accounting and taxation – the basis for a successful career in the world of finance.
2. Methodological excellence: Equipped with sound quantitative and empirical skills, our students are well prepared to professionally master data-based challenges in the world of finance.
3. Sustainable decision-making: Our students integrate sustainability aspects into their decision-making processes and thus actively contribute to the future viability of companies.
4. Research and analysis skills at the highest level: Our graduates are not only experts in practice, but also highly qualified researchers and analysts who are able to develop innovative solutions in the world of finance and business.

• Corporate finance
• Accounting
• Sustainability and transparency
• (International) tax strategy
• Data analytics and econometrics

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Our selection process distinguishes between admission requirements and selection criteria:

Admission Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree comprising at least 180 ECTS credits or a minimum of 3 years of study
• At least 36 ECTS credits in core business administration courses from a recognized institution
• English language proficiency at C1 level

Selection Criteria

• Final grade of your undergraduate degree
• Relevant academic background with at least 30 ECTS credits in Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics
• GMAT or GRE score
• Semester or full degree completed abroad
• Relevant practical experience (e.g., internships, professional experience)

You can find more information about the selection procedure and the application process on our information website.

Information on application and admission

For German citizens and students from other EU countries, only the regular semester fee is charged. International students from non-EU countries and students taking up a second degree course pay an additional tuition fee of €1,500 per semester.

There are various scholarship opportunities that can provide financial support – further information can be found here. Students also have the opportunity to work part-time during their studies in order to gain practical experience and help finance their studies.