United International Business School
Graduate Diploma in Financial ManagementZürich, Switzerland
DURATION
9 up to 12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
CHF 8,400 *
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, On-Campus
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Key Summary
Introduction
Program duration: 9 to 12 months
Program format: Part-time
Program language: English
Degree awarded: Graduate Diploma in Financial Management
Deadline: no deadline to apply
Program Duration
Part-time students can complete this Graduate Diploma in 9 to 12 months, depending on the number of courses per quarter, course selection, and planning. Students taking 6 or fewer courses per quarter are considered part-time. This option is available only for those with a national passport or residence permit. Alternatively, part-time studies can be combined with online courses.
Kick-start your studies up to 6 times per year
Students can choose from multiple starting dates in the fall, winter, spring, and summer of each academic year. Our modular course design and program structure allow for optimal education planning.
Thanks to the program’s flexibility, students can begin their studies in October, November, January, February, April, or May.
Study Destinations
Students can transfer between campuses every quarter with guaranteed program compatibility, ensuring a seamless study-abroad experience across Europe and Asia.
Postgraduate students may study abroad at six of our nine global campuses in Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Madrid, Tokyo, and Zurich.
All our campuses are centrally located in vibrant cities. Students can transfer for one or more quarters or choose a single campus as their main destination. Those preferring shorter international experiences can attend seminar courses led by visiting professors at various campuses throughout the year.
Curriculum
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in multiple formats, including daytime courses (8:30–18:30), seminar courses with visiting professors, and online courses accessible 24/7. At select campuses, students can also attend evening courses (19:00–22:00) and weekend courses on Saturdays.
A blended format combining these options is also available. Courses are typically scheduled in 3-hour sessions.
Program Requirements
| Courses | European Credits (EC) | |
| Courses from the Financial Management Cluster | 6 | 12 |
| Electives | 6 | 12 |
| Total | 12 | 24 |
Courses in Financial Management
- FIN5001 - Applied International Financial Management (2)
- FIN5002 - Budgeting (2)
- FIN5003 - Capital Budgeting (2)
- FIN5004 - Cost-Volume-Profit Analysis (2)
- FIN5005 - Financial Risk Management (2)
- FIN5006 - Financial Statement Analysis (2)
- FIN5007 - Mergers and Acquisitions (2)
- FIN5008 - Working Capital Management (2)
- FIN5101 - Comprehensive Cases in Financial Management (2)
- FIN5201 - Graduate Research Project in Financial Management (2)
- INT6708 - Graduate Capstone Project in Financial Management (4)
- INT6808 - Graduate Thesis in Financial Management (8)
- QUA5001 - Applied Financial Calculus (2)
Admissions
Rankings
UIBS has been ranked in Tier One of the CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings 2024, placing among the top programs in Europe. Our Online MBA holds the #14 position worldwide, reflecting its excellence in digital learning. Additionally, UIBS is featured in the 2024 Global DBA Listing, reinforcing our leadership in doctoral business education. We are also proud to be recognized by QS Stars for our outstanding performance in teaching, online learning, business studies, and employability, underscoring our commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
Program Outcome
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international Graduate Diploma in Financial Management, awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty at the local campuses where credits were earned.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Career Preparation & Job Placement
Our Careers Department supports students in planning their career paths by:
- Organizing career seminars
- Offering meetings with business professionals interested in recruiting
- Maintaining job and internship listings on our Careers Portal
Our study programs are tailored to meet the demands of a broad range of business professions. Students are also assisted in securing internships and jobs with both local and multinational companies. Additionally, we review students' CVs and provide valuable tips for job interviews.
Dedicated Career Services
With the help of our dedicated career services and online career center, students and alumni receive the career support they need to advance their professional careers.
Our career department organizes quarterly career seminars and guest speaker events. The online career center provides 24/7 access to the latest job offers and internship opportunities, as well as a wide range of videos and articles with helpful tips and advice.
Professional Career Perspectives
Our professional study programs prepare students for a wide range of professions across various industries. It is important to note that our programs are not designed for access to regulated professions or government employment. While access to government positions may be limited due to the private nature of our degrees, several alumni are successfully working for government authorities in various roles.
Program delivery
Program Duration
Part-time students can complete the Graduate Diploma program in 9 to 12 months, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, course selection, and planning. Students are considered part-time while attempting 6 or fewer courses per quarter.
Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit. Alternatively, part-time studies can be combined with online courses.
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including:
- Daytime courses between 8:30 and 18:30
- Seminar courses with visiting professors on consecutive days
- Online courses available 24/7
- Evening courses at certain campuses from 19:00 to 22:00
- Weekend courses on Saturdays
Additionally, blended formats combining these options are available. Courses are typically scheduled in 3-hour sessions.