The Master’s programme in Finance and Accounting is closely aligned with business practice and the needs of modern financial markets in Poland and internationally. It develops advanced analytical and managerial competencies in corporate finance, investment management and valuation (including alternative assets), and the analysis of capital and derivative instruments in a global context. Students benefit from teaching by academic faculty and recognised practitioners, with business partners contributing to the curriculum and learning methods. The programme also supports preparation for the upper levels of the CFA Programme and strengthens key professional skills such as teamwork and high-impact presentations, preparing graduates for managerial careers across the financial sector.
DURATION 2 years (4 semesters)
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
- Business-practice driven curriculum – designed with input from recognised professionals and business partners, reflecting real market expectations.
- CFA progression focus – builds advanced knowledge supporting preparation for the upper levels of the CFA Programme examinations.
- Advanced corporate finance & valuation – strong emphasis on managing and valuing investments, including alternative assets.
- Global markets perspective – in-depth analysis of capital and derivative instruments in an international context.
- Managerial readiness – develops decision-making and leadership capabilities for roles in international environments.
- Professional soft skills – structured development of teamwork, presentation and communication skills valued by employers.
JOB PROSPECTS
Graduates are well prepared for analytical and managerial roles across corporate finance and financial markets, including:
- Banks & financial institutions: credit analyst, risk analyst/manager, treasury specialist, ALM analyst, financial products specialist
- Listed companies & corporate finance departments: FP&A analyst/manager, corporate finance specialist, controller, treasury manager, reporting/IFRS specialist
- Investment funds & asset management: investment analyst, portfolio analyst/associate, fund analyst, research analyst
- Capital markets & brokerage/market institutions: equity/derivatives analyst, capital markets analyst, sales/trading support, market intelligence analyst
- Advisory, valuation & audit: transaction services analyst, valuation analyst, M&A/CF advisory analyst, audit/assurance specialist
- Regulatory / supervisory and market oversight bodies: supervision/monitoring analyst, compliance/risk governance roles within capital markets institutions
The CFA-oriented profile additionally supports career paths that require internationally recognised analytical standards and progression in professional qualifications. The programme indicates preparation for CFA Level II.
More information about the programme needed – please contact coordinator prof. Ewa Majerowska, ewa.majerowska@ug.edu.pl