International Programmes 2023/2024

FACT – Finance, Accounting, Controlling and Taxation FACT – Finance, Accounting, Controlling and Taxation

HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law) • Berlin

Degree
Master of Science
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

The programme can be studied completely in English, optional courses in German are offered.

Full-time / part-time
  • full-time
Programme duration
3 semesters
Beginning
Winter semester
Application deadline

15 May (for applicants with a non-German university degree)
15 June (for applicants with a German university degree)

Tuition fees per semester in EUR
None
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
Yes
Description/content

The consecutive study programme covers the core disciplines of business administration: accounting, controlling, corporate finance and business taxation. The courses take into account the interdependencies of these disciplines. A particular advantage is the option to study one or two of the disciplines as a major. Other benefits include the consideration of digitalisation as well as sustainability. Students can learn data analysis and programming by choosing specific courses. The programme is suitable for people who have studied at least two of the relevant disciplines in their Bachelor's degree programmes and would like to significantly extend and deepen the acquired knowledge.

Course organisation

The course of study lasts three or four semesters. In the first semester, students extend their competencies acquired in the Bachelor's programmes. In the second semester, more specialised courses are offered. In the third semester, students write the Master's thesis. This is postponed to the fourth semester if students complete an internship or a semester abroad (possibly with a double degree) in the third semester. Methodologically, the courses are characterised by seminar-based teaching. Case studies, some of which take place in cooperation with companies, play an important role. In this way, students practice applying and deepening the knowledge they have acquired and establish company contacts.

A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
  • International guest lecturers
  • Specialist literature in other languages
  • Training in intercultural skills
  • Projects with partners in Germany and abroad
  • International comparisons and thematic reference to the international context
Integrated internships

Students who have completed a Bachelor's degree with only 180 credit points (generally corresponding to a three-year Bachelor's programme) will be required to complete a work experience placement in the third semester, which is worth 30 credit points. Students with a Bachelor's degree worth 210 credit points who have already done supervised work during an undergraduate programme are not required to do so, but they may also take a placement in the third semester if they wish.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
None
Semester contribution

Approx. 300 EUR per semester

Costs of living

Between 800 and 1,000 EUR monthly:
Student residence: 400 to 500 EUR
Health insurance: approx. 100 to 150 EUR

Funding opportunities within the university
No
Academic admission requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
  • At least 210 ECTS credit points (Applicants with 180 credit points must acquire an additional 30 credit points from an integrated period of practical training, extending the Master's course of studies by one semester.)
  • Proof that at least two of the four relevant study subjects (accounting, controlling, corporate finance, and company taxation) were concluded in the previous course of studies with at least 20 ECTS in total
  • Letter of motivation
  • Curriculum vitae

By providing a GMAT score of 600 points or above, you can significantly increase your chance of admission.

Language requirements

Very good knowledge of English, at least corresponding to level B2 of the Common European Framework, e.g.

  • TOEFL iBT – 83 points
  • IELTS – 6.0 points
  • TOEIC Four Skills – 1,200 points
  • PTE Academic – 67 points
  • Cambridge English Scale – 170 points
  • Oxford Test of English – 126 points
  • UNIcert II

Very good knowledge of German (at least level B2) is required for students choosing courses in German.

Application deadline

15 May (for applicants with a non-German university degree)
15 June (for applicants with a German university degree)

Submit application to

For applicants with a non-German degree:
uni-assist e.V.
11507 Berlin
Germany

Possibility of finding part-time employment

There are many job opportunities for students in Berlin. Non-EU students are permitted to work within specified limits.

Accommodation

The German National Association for Student Affairs ("Studierendenwerk") and other institutions currently offer 15,600 rooms in student halls of residence throughout Berlin. Due to waiting lists, it is advised to get in contact with the service early on.

You can also look online for shared flats, e.g. here: www.wg-gesucht.de/en/.

Career advisory service

Career Service

Supervisor-student ratio
1:40

HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law)

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