Mitigate risk, maximise returns: Your financial future starts here
Participating in the MBA with specialised modules in Financial Risk Management at UE will allow you to gain deep insights into the dynamics of organisations and their risk appetite. While organisations need to take risks to grow, it is crucial that these risks are managed in a calculable way.
A key aspect of the MBA Financial Risk Management programme is the ability to turn risks and threats into opportunities for business growth. By gaining specialised knowledge, you will learn how to analyse and identify risk situations that have the potential to create positive change and development opportunities for businesses. Through practical exercises and case studies during the master’s degree in financial risk management, you will learn how to design and implement risk management plans that meet the specific needs of different businesses.
The MBA Financial Risk Management programme at UE is delivered on campus, only the specialised modules are taught online.
MBA Financial Risk Management Curriculum
Those who study MBA Financial Risk Management at UE will gain in-demand skills in the business administration and finance fields thanks to a comprehensive curriculum taught by expert faculty.
Key facts about Financial Risk Management
Admission Requirements
Here are some things you will need for your application:
Completed application form
Diploma / Bachelor certificate & language certificate
CV & letter of motivation
Copy of your passport
Fees & Funding
- EU applicant standard: €1,012 per month
- Non-EU applicant Standard: €13,500 1st year
- Dubai: 51,800 AED on the 1st year
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Semesters & Credits
You study for 3 semesters and gain 90 ECTS.
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Spotlight Module: "Enterprise Risk Management"
ever-increasing frequency which means that new risks develop ceaselessly. This module provides students with an understanding of business risk factors, the ability to recognise risk and the skills to manage the threats posed by business risks and turn them to the advantage for the organisations by managing risk and using it to create value for organisations through innovative management ideas that allow organisations to cope with the
fast-changing business environment.
This module contains: Mastering Risk to Create Value, The Evolution Towards EWRM and a Common Language & Risk Management Goals, Objectives and Oversight.
What happens after your studies?
- Expected Salary: €70,000 to €130,000 annually depending on the experience, industry etc.
- Career Opportunities: Risk Manager, Financial Risk Analyst, Asset Liability Manager
- Skills: Ethical Decision-Making, Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving & more
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UE Campus in Berlin and Dubai
We also offer the opportunity to study the MBA Financial Risk Management programme at our campus in Dubai. Studying in Dubai gives students a surreal experience that pushes them to reach their potential surrounded by success and innovation.
86%
of graduates find a job within 12 months after graduation
50%
of graduates find a job paying more than 50K EUR per annum
Source: Internal evaluation among graduates of 2023
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FAQs
What is an MBA in Financial Risk Management?
The MBA Financial Risk Management programme teaches students how to analyse and identify risk situations that have the potential to create positive change and development opportunities for businesses. Through practical exercises and case studies, students learn how to design and implement risk management plans that meet the specific needs of different businesses.
Is a master’s in financial risk management worth it?
The MBA Financial Risk Management programme at UE is perfect for any professional looking to gain ethical decision-making, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and a broad knowledge of both business management and the financial risk sector. The MBA specialisation in financial risk management will also open doors to a variety of careers.
Is there a future in MBA Financial Risk Management?
As businesses and financial institutions continue to face evolving risks and challenges such as the increased complexity of global markets, demand for skilled financial risk management professionals is expected to rise, making an MBA Financial Risk Management degree a gateway to a successful career.
What are the benefits of an MBA degree in financial risk management?
There are many benefits of pursuing an MBA Financial Risk Management degree. Some of the main benefits are the ability to identify, assess and mitigate financial risks, enhanced career opportunities in the finance sector and strengthened analytical and decision-making skills.
What are the career prospects after completing an MBA Financial Risk Management degree?
The MBA Financial Risk Management programme at UE opens the door to careers in the finance industry in roles such as Risk Manager, Financial Risk Analyst and Asset Liability Manager.