Prof. Marcus Oehlrich, an experienced finance expert, Professor at accadis Hochschule for Finance, Accounting and Taxation and co-founder of the program, provides insights into the new Master's program “Finance MSc” and explains to what extent the curriculum is based on the CFA© exam.
Can you give us an overview of the new Master in Finance (MiF) program at accadis Hochschule? What should prospective students know?
Prof. Marcus Oehlrich: With pleasure. The Master in Finance (MiF) program at accadis Hochschule is a challenging program that aims to provide students with in-depth knowledge and skills in the key areas of financial analysis and investment management. We have structured the curriculum in such a way that it is based on the content of the CFA© exams (Chartered Financial Analyst). This ensures that our graduates are optimally prepared for the requirements of the financial sector.
What exactly does it mean that the curriculum is based on the CFA© exams?
Prof. Marcus Oehlrich: The alignment with the CFA© exam means that the topics and content of our degree program correspond to those of the CFA© exams. The CFA© exams are internationally recognized and cover all important aspects of financial analysis and investment management. By aligning our curriculum with them, we ensure that our students acquire the knowledge and skills that are recognized by leading financial experts worldwide.
How do students benefit from this orientation?
Prof. Marcus Oehlrich: Students benefit in several ways. Firstly, they are optimally prepared for the CFA© exams if they want to take them. Secondly, they acquire knowledge and skills that are directly applicable in practice and are highly valued by employers in the financial sector. In addition, by focusing on the CFA© content, we offer a structured and comprehensive education that covers all relevant subject areas.
What is the difference between a Master's degree in Finance and the CFA© exam?
A Master's program in Finance and the CFA© exam are two different ways to gain expertise and qualifications in finance. They differ in several aspects, including structure, scope, objectives and recognition. A Master's program in Finance provides a broader academic training and can lead to a variety of career opportunities in finance. The CFA program is a specialized certification that focuses on investment management and financial analysis and is particularly valuable for professionals in these fields. Both qualifications have their own merits and may be the right choice depending on your career goals and personal situation.
What else should prospective students know about the Master in Finance?
Prof. Marcus Oehlrich: It is important to emphasize that accadis Hochschule is not affiliated with the CFA© Institute and our curriculum is not supported by the CFA© Institute. However, our goal is to provide students with a first-class education that will give them a clear advantage in their careers in the financial industry.
Thank you very much for the insights, Prof. Marcus Oehlrich.
Note: accadis Hochschule is not affiliated with the CFA© Institute, nor has the CFA© Institute recognized our curriculum.