PhD
English
Law & Economics
Bachelor's in Finance & ManagementFinance & Management
Doctorate
International School of Management (ISM)
Dortmund
· North Rhine-Westphalia
Location: Frankfurt am Main
About the Program
During your Bachelor's in Finance and Management, you will acquire the basics of business administration as well as specific knowledge of the global financial sector. In the Bachelor's programme, you’ll build solid knowledge in key areas like corporate finance, financial management, and reporting. You will be taught to analyse complex business models and processes on the basis of numbers, making you a specialist in national and international companies. You will get to know financial products and learn how companies operate on the global capital market today. In your final two semesters, you’ll dive deeper into advanced topics such as controlling, consulting projects, mergers & acquisitions, and international financial management, including portfolio and asset management. Depending on your strengths and interests, you will set your individual focus in the fifth and sixth semesters. A semester abroad at one of ISM's over 190 partner universities is integrated in your studies as well as 20 weeks of internships, as well as highly practical teaching by lecturers who are experts from the business and financial world. This course is generally offered at our locations in Frankfurt/Main, Dortmund, Munich, Cologne and Berlin. Get more information from the website or contact a study advisor. Did you know: ISM is internationally AACSB accredited – only around six percent of business schools worldwide are AACSB accredited, an internationally-recognised mark of quality for excellence in teaching, research, and social impact.
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During your Bachelor's in Finance and Management, you will acquire the basics of business administration as well as specific knowledge of the global financial sector. In the Bachelor's programme, you’ll build solid knowledge in key areas like corporate finance, financial management, and reporting. You will be taught to analyse complex business models and processes on the basis of numbers, making you a specialist in national and international companies. You will get to know financial products and learn how companies operate on the global capital market today. In your final two semesters, you’ll dive deeper into advanced topics such as controlling, consulting projects, mergers & acquisitions, and international financial management, including portfolio and asset management. Depending on your strengths and interests, you will set your individual focus in the fifth and sixth semesters. A semester abroad at one of ISM's over 190 partner universities is integrated in your studies as well as 20 weeks of internships, as well as highly practical teaching by lecturers who are experts from the business and financial world. This course is generally offered at our locations in Frankfurt/Main, Dortmund, Munich, Cologne and Berlin. Get more information from the website or contact a study advisor. Did you know: ISM is internationally AACSB accredited – only around six percent of business schools worldwide are AACSB accredited, an internationally-recognised mark of quality for excellence in teaching, research, and social impact.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised Master's degree in a related field and acceptance by a supervisor (Doktorvater/Betreuer).
Language
English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to Bachelor's in Finance & Management at International School of Management (ISM)?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Bachelor's in Finance & Management at International School of Management (ISM)
Is Bachelor's in Finance & Management at International School of Management (ISM) taught in German or English? ▼
This PhD programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Bachelor's in Finance & Management programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Bachelor's in Finance & Management at International School of Management (ISM)? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Bachelor's in Finance & Management? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to International School of Management (ISM) — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.