Master in Finance

Master the future of finance in a global economy. The Master in Finance- an official and RUCT-registered program equips students with the expertise to navigate global markets, corporate finance, and investment strategies in an increasingly complex financial landscape. Combining a rigorous foundation in finance, controlling, and accounting with hands-on learning, the program integrates international macroeconomics, statistical analysis, and corporate finance with real-world projects and case studies. Designed for those seeking a competitive edge, it fosters cultural intelligence and strategic decision-making, preparing graduates to excel in banking, investment, consulting, and corporate finance. Located in Barcelona – a dynamic financial and fintech hub – this master’s program provides the global perspective and industry connections needed for an impactful career.

This program is recognized by the QS Business Master’s Rankings 2025, placing it among the top Master’s in Finance programs worldwide.

To be eligible for admission to the Master in Finance, you must

Have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or higher; be in the process of finalizing your Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), or demonstrate a high level of relevant professional experience.
Demonstrate proficiency in the English language.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
External Financial Statements and Making Informed Decisions
Managerial Accounting
Financial Analysis, and Financial Planning and Control
Capital Allocation, Retention and Distribution
Ratios Related to the Company’s Financial Position and Profitability
Financial Disclosures & Risk Assessment, Forecasting, and Decision‐making
Financial Valuation & Corporate Valuation Techniques
Capital Structure Theories
Mergers and Acquisitions

OPERATIONS
Digital Transformation, Innovation and Technology (6 ECTS)
Operations Management (6 ECTS)
Effective Teamwork and Project Management (6 ECTS)

GLOBAL MARKETS
Performance of Global Financial Markets in Different Economic and Political Contexts
The Role of Capital Markets in Economic Growth
Global Fixed-Income Markets
Global Equity Markets
Derivatives & Risk Management
Sourcing Funding from the Capital Markets
Investing in Different Types of Financial Instruments

INTERNATIONAL BANKING
Financial Services Industry Environment
Main Activities of the Banks
Performance of Major Financial Organizations
The Insurance Industry
Types of Insurance Regulation
Asset Management and Asset Pricing Models
Modern Portfolio Theory
Real Estate as an Alternative Investment Strategy
Changing Characteristics of the Banking Industry
Security Analysis and Portfolio Management
Asset Allocation
Global Private Equity Business
Commodities as an Alternative Investment Strategy

STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
Principles of Behavioral Economics
Geopolitics and Geo-economics Methodologies
Causes of Globalization
Strategic Management, Planning and Structure
Strategic Approaches to Analyzing the Position of an Organization
Data and Strategy

CAPSTONE PROJECT
Cap off your Master in Digital Marketing with the Capstone Project. This undertaking is a comprehensive assessment of all the attained skills and knowledge from the Master program. Students are tasked with identifying a real-world scenario within their expertise that requires a credible solution. Sourcing the relevant solutions calls for applying said knowledge and expertise into models that could either focus on theory or practical scenarios. The characteristic solutions offered by students are usually interactive and realistic, able to be implemented and used either in professional life or in further research and study.