Master of Business Engineering: Financial Engineering
Antwerp, Belgium
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 1,157 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* 1181.4€ for EEA nationals | 7800€ for non-EEA nationals (for 60 ECTS credits or one year of full-time study) (subject to yearly revision)
Key Summary
In brief
Become a financial expert and an engineering economist, all-in-one. The Master of Business Engineering: Financial Engineering is designed to shape financial economists by applying mathematical techniques to solve complex issues. The core of the programme provides an all-around finance education, while a large number of electives allows you to tailor the programme according to your interests. As an international student, you will be part of an inclusive and forward-thinking university that scores well in academic rankings. Your professors’ expertise and personal approach ensure you receive the highest quality of education. Experience student life in a bustling business city and become an engaged finance professional!
In detail
Do you have an interest in finance and business, as well as in statistics, mathematics and finance technology? Want to learn everything there is to know about finance, and then deep dive into your field of interest? If your answer is yes, then you were meant to be a financial business engineer.
But what does that title mean, really? In a nutshell: you are fully trained to solve financial problems and later as a manager to evaluate financial solutions within the context of your firm. You engineer the financial future of business ideas by transforming financial theory into corporate practice, in an ethical and sustainable way.
Our university is located in the city of Antwerp, in the heart of Belgium and Europe. Antwerp is not just an ancient medieval and baroque city rich in history, but also a bustling metropolis with a vibrant social scene, impressive architecture, and striking cultural contrasts. The port of Antwerp is one of the largest and most important in the world, and over 170 nationalities live here - similar to New York! This cosmopolitan vibe is also reflected at the University of Antwerp.
First-rate research and education make the University of Antwerp a wonderful place to study and work. We foster the nexus between research, education, and societal impact. Internationalisation is a key element of our mission statement. It is no coincidence that the University of Antwerp is a partner in one of the most promising European university alliances, Young Universities for the Future of Europe (YUFE), and maintains excellent relationships with hundreds of renowned institutions around the world.
As a home away from home to over 23,000 students, the University of Antwerp is committed to sustainability and operates on a human scale. We believe in co-creation with our students, ensuring their voices are heard in our decision-making processes. Our faculty and staff will welcome you to top-notch facilities on one of our four campuses. While you’re here, immerse yourself in our lively cultural offerings, take advantage of premier sports facilities, and explore a wide array of student services and activities designed to enrich your experience.
This Master's programme spans the entire range of the financial spectrum, but at the same time you have a lot of freedom to choose specific fields you want to focus on. It is taught entirely in English and consists of:
- a compulsory core (78 ECTS), containing business ethics, asset management, corporate finance, etc.,
- electives (42 ECTS) in accounting, auditing, data science, economics, insurance, strategic management, etc.
- international exchanges and/or summer schools
More information on the programme's website
Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions you’ll find in the exam.