Discover the Swiss finance ecosystems
An in-depth understanding of financial topics is an important prerequisite for a successful professional career and admission to business courses at universities.
This semester program is designed for undergraduate students and introduces the basic concepts and models of modern financial theories via lectures, texts and case studies, and company visits.
You will learn how assets and companies are valuated. Projections of future cash flows, capital budgeting, the trade-off between risk and return, risk management, and the valuation of securities are further courses offered in this program. Practical work close to life in corporations is an important part of the program.
This program is exceptional for people who want to learn more about finance
Erick Mauricio Serrano
Program prospects
Students of the Diploma of Financial Management will be able to understand and apply financial management principles to investment strategies and securities valuation, estimate the cost of capital and risk assessment, construct an investment portfolio, illustrate how derivative instruments can be used to manage risk and explain the role of financial institutions. Students will strengthen their reflections on the intercultural challenges related to the Swiss finance system and learn more about finance ecosystems from Switzerland.
This international focus is strongly supported by the close partnerships we maintain with academic partners, start-ups, SMEs and multinational companies from several continents.
Admission
This program focuses on undergraduate students with excellent academic achievement.
- Previous knowledge of finance is necessary to follow this program.
- English Skills at B2 European level or higher are essential.
Credit points
The Program is made up of six modules, an applied finance project and a “French as a foreign language” option. It is an excellent opportunity for you to certify your knowledge.
It is built on 30 ECTS and takes place every Spring semester in Fribourg, Switzerland.
At a glance
Degree awarded
Diploma in Financial Management
ECTS Credits
Up to 30 ECTS
Study duration
One semester
Study start
Fall: September 2024 - Spring: February 2025
Study language
English
Enrollment information
Enrollment is closed, the next program starts in September 2025.
Fees
Please contact our for International Officemore information
Place of study
HEG-FR/HSW-FR (Fribourg, Switzerland)
More information
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Discover how the Diploma of Financial Management has transformed their careers, boosted their skills, and opened doors to new opportunities. Ready to find out what makes this program so impactful?
DIPLOMA FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT – FALL SEMESTER
| Subject | Course title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Management | Digital Leadership | 5 |
| Systems Thinking, Loop approach and Complexity-Management | 3 | |
| Finance | Applied Corporate Finance | 5 |
| Applied Innovation and Market Experimentation | 3 | |
| Fintech and Blockchain | 5 | |
| Financial Valuation and Investment Strategy | 5 | |
| Corporate Risk Management | 3 | |
| Communication | User Experience Design | 3 |
DIPLOMA FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT- SPRING SEMESTER
The diploma can only be awarded if enough students register.
| Subject | Course title | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Management | Ethics & Enterprise | 3 |
| Intercultural Management | 5 | |
| Portfolio Management and derivatives | 5 | |
| Finance | Banking and Insurance | 5 |
| Data Science for Business Intelligence | 3 | |
| Applied Corporate Finance | 5 |
For English-speaking students
| Summer School "Entrepreneurship & Innovation" Module 1 | 5 |
For German-speaking students
| Controlling & Revision | 5 |
For French-speaking students
| Finance Durable | 5 |
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Elizabeth Andrea Rohrer
Academic Associate UAS
+41 26 429 63 38
