University of Basel

• Level: Master’s programme
• Focus: Finance, monetary economics, financial markets, and financial management
• Specialisations: Financial Markets and Asset Pricing; Monetary Economics and Macrofinance; Financial Management and Investment
• Delivery format: Not specified in the record (please confirm with the university)
• Duration / ECTS: Not specified in the record (please confirm with the university)
• Language of instruction: Not specified in the record (please confirm with the university)
• Tuition fees: Not specified in the record
• Application & start dates: Not specified in the record

Programme Structure

Three specialisation areas (Finance Fields) are offered. Students select courses aligned with their interests and career goals, building both depth and analytical breadth across finance and monetary economics.

1) Financial Markets and Asset Pricing

• Financial market theory and asset pricing
• Methods for analysing returns, risk, and pricing relationships

2) Monetary Economics and Macrofinance

• Monetary policy and its transmission to the economy
• Macrofinance topics linking growth, financial conditions, and asset markets

3) Financial Management and Investment

• Corporate finance and investment decision-making
• Financial and risk management from a business perspective

Learning approach: The curriculum is structured to connect monetary and macroeconomic developments with financial market outcomes, including contemporary challenges for banking and financial institutions.

Post-study work options (Switzerland):

After completing your Master’s degree in Switzerland, you may be able to apply for a residence permit for employment. The exact eligibility depends on your personal situation, the type of job offered, and current immigration rules.

Typical eligibility considerations:

• You must have completed your degree successfully and hold the required residence status for your studies.
• A prospective employer must offer you a suitable position that matches your qualifications.
• Work permits are generally granted based on labour-market needs and compliance with Swiss immigration requirements.
• Some permits may be time-limited and require renewal depending on continued employment.

Important notes:

• Rules can change and may differ by canton and nationality.
• Always check the latest guidance from Swiss authorities and your canton of residence, and confirm details with the university’s international office.