Vlerick’s Masters in Financial Management programme has improved its position in this year’s Financial Times Global Masters in Finance Ranking by 3 spots. We are now ranked at 23 worldwide, thus entering the global top 25. On a European level, we also rise 3 places going from 22 to 19. And in the Benelux, we maintain our number 1 position. The 2020 edition of the ranking lists 56 programmes worldwide. Our CFA-accredited programme provides an excellent broad and in-depth corporate finance education, complemented with relevant managerial skills. Currently, the programme has 62 students representing 19 different nationalities.

We believe that this new ranking reflects our commitment to providing high quality education – both academically and professionally – to our students through a strong focus on quality management and entrepreneurship.

According to Professor Wouter De Maeseneire (Director Masters programmes at Vlerick) this result is a great achievement, especially within the market of finance programmes that is now severely competitive, due to the development of new Asian business schools but also since some renowned US and European business schools have launched a specialised finance Masters.

“We are therefore very satisfied to see we could further improve our position in the ranking, which is reflective of the programme’s added value and our relentless efforts to further optimise it and keep it up to date with new trends emerging in the world of business and finance.”

The increase in our position is driven by the outstanding progress in terms of the career services we provide, for which we now rank 8th worldwide. This also spills over in our local and international students securing excellent jobs within Belgium as well as internationally. As for career status three years after graduation – which is measured according to seniority and company size – we have gone up 8 places. The successful career of our graduates is equally reflected in their salaries which have increased more compared to the average salary improvement of all other schools in the ranking.

Another explanation for our performance is the exceptionally strong scores for ‘value for money’ (12), and for ‘international course experience’ (8). On top of the finance trips to London and Amsterdam, students can opt for an extended international experience by doing their in-company consultancy project abroad or going on an exchange programme to Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

WHY CHOOSE VLERICK?

• We understand how important finance is to global business
• We know that a solid theoretical grounding is essential to successful decision making. But we also know that theory is just a tool for enabling change. Which is why at Vlerick, you’ll be immersed in a dynamic and open learning environment that combines broad-ranging theoretical insights with hands-on skill development and practice-oriented action learning.
• By creating opportunities for you, we make sure that you’ll have all the tools you need to start making your career goals a reality
  • Broaden your network in Brussels, a top European financial hub and home to the European headquarters of some of the world’s most influential companies. The perfect place to meet the people and organisations to establish the worldwide network.
  • Deepen your knowledge of finance and the ability to apply it as a well-rounded financial manager
  • Learn from our dynamic, internationally renowned faculty with proven expertise of their own, combining academic excellence with wide-ranging industry experience
  • Expand your horizons while visiting top financial institutions such as Bloomberg, JP Morgan and Standard & Poor’s during the London finance trip.
  • Give your career an extra boost with the chance to obtain a Vlerick Certificate in Strategy Consulting.

PROGRAMME DESIGN

ACTION LEARNING: From theory to practice	PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: From student to professional
– Interactive classes – Pragmatic, multidisciplinary approach – Insightful business simulations – Real-life cases and challenges – Inspirational finance trip to London	– Continuous feedback and coaching – Targeted skill development – Comprehensive career services – Multiple networking opportunities – Personal development portfolio

Join the fast track to a rewarding career in financial management. The Masters in Financial Management (MFM) is your ideal launch pad to a career in the financial services sector or as a financial manager or CFO in an even broader range of companies. Get insights from renowned industry experts who combine their academic background with ample business experience. The Investment Research Challenge will put you to the test and have you working around the clock, to come up with a well-considered investment advice.

Furthermore, this programme offers the only CFA Institute University Afflication programme in Belgium.

On top of the finance trips to London and Amsterdam, students can opt for an extended international experience by doing their in-company consultancy project abroad or going on an exchange programme to Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.

FOR WHOM? ARE YOU…

• a recent university graduate with limited to no work experience?
• a believer in the power of finance as a key driver of success in business?
• ready to make a positive impact on the fast-moving world of finance?

If so, then you are most likely a perfect fit for a Master in Financial Management at Vlerick. Even though many of our Masters in Financial Management students already have a background in finance or economics, it’s certainly not mandatory. In fact, you’ll find that at Vlerick, your passion and enthusiasm will take you far within a diverse group of like-minded students from around the world.

EMPLOYERS OF VLERICK MFM GRADUATES

Take a look at the employers of our Masters in Financial Management graduates:

Your Vlerick Masters in Financial Management is just the beginning! A whole range of specialist career events, professional career counselling, hands-on coaching and exclusive job opportunities will make your next big step seem closer than ever! And while you’re at it, why not join our Strategy Consulting Club or take part in our many competitions and challenges throughout the year? A great wat to put your skills to the test and get your career moving at Vlerick! Find out more >

WHAT OUR ALUMNI SAY ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Meet Anton Steidl, Private Equity Investment Professional at Unigestion and alumnus of the Masters in Financial Management programme.

“The practice-based knowledge acquired through projects like the Investment Research Challenge or the IMEX business game, made the learning process practical and challenging – preparing us for the real professional world.”

MEET THE PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

 
Meet Wouter De Maeseneire, Professor of Corporate Finance at Vlerick Business School and the Masters in Financial Management Programme Director

Wouter De Maeseneire obtained his PhD from Erasmus University Rotterdam. He has worked as Assistant Professor in Corporate Finance at Erasmus and as Visiting Professor at Vlerick Business School. Currently he is Associate Professor in Corporate Finance at Vlerick and Visiting Professor at Erasmus and Ghent University. He is also Programme Director of the Master in Financial Management after having held this role for the Master in General Management.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Take a look at some practical information on our Masters in Financial Management:

• Duration: 10 months, full-time (September > June). Take a look at the detailed curriculum.
• Location: This programme takes place in Brussels, the beating heart of Europe. What better place in the world could there be to learn business? A business hub like Brussels is deeply embedded in the global economy. It’s the perfect place to meet the people and organisations to establish the worldwide network that will support you through your whole career.
• Eligibility: Our Masters programmes are designed for young graduates with an average age of 23 and little to no working experience. Find out about our degree requirements or if you have any doubt about your eligibility, send your CV to us.
• Tuition Fee: €17,600. This includes: London Finance Trip (accommodation & company visits), travel costs for the Amsterdam Finance Trip, residential opening seminar (transport and accommodation), tuition company visits, a 1-year online subscription to the Financial Times and textbooks. Please note that flights and visa costs are not included. Find all info on the tuition fee here.
• Scholarships: at Vlerick we’re determined to attract the very best talent from all corners of the world. Which is why we award a limited number of partial scholarships to applicants with an outstanding profile. Take a look at our Scholarships.
• Career Services: Give your career the kick-start it deserves. From day one our professional career advisors will work with you to identify your values and enhance your job search.