MSc in Finance

A Program Designed for those Who:

• Are university graduates from diverse educational backgrounds and work experiences seeking to launch a career in finance.
• Hold finance-related positions and wish to elevate their professional standing and expertise.

To be considered for admission, candidates must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree or be a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA chart holder), or have passed all three levels of CFA exams;
• Prove excellent command of the English language;
• Need to be currently employed or self-employed (valid for the part time mode only);
• GMAT tests are optional unless the Academic Committee requires the applicant to take them: in any case, scores of 515 or more (GRE >155) can strengthen your application and help you secure a scholarship.

INVEST IN YOURSELF

As the financial world undergoes rapid transformations and disruptions, The MSc in Finance equips aspiring and experienced professionals with the necessary skills for success in banking, corporate finance, investment management, risk management, and treasury management.
With three specialization streams—1. Investments, 2. Corporate Finance, and 3. Fintech & Risk Management—students can tailor their studies to their professional interests. The curriculum is market-driven and designed to be flexible, enabling participants to adjust the duration of their studies according to their needs. The program is affiliated with both CFA and PRMIA, and accredited by EPAS and NECHE, ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence and practical relevance.
Thanks to the innovative program design and the blend of theory and practice, the MSc in Finance consistently achieves high placement rates, with up to 90% of graduates securing employment within six months of completing their studies.
Alba is only educational institution in Greece that has a pathway collaboration with MIT on the MITx MicroMasters program in Finance. Based on this collaboration, the holders of this particular MITx MicroMasters credential could apply for admission at the Alba MSc in Finance and, upon acceptance, will be awarded up to 25% of the academic units in the MSc coursework.

Whether pursuing a full-time 12-month or part-time 24-month track, students gain advanced knowledge through 8 core modules and 3 specialization streams: Investments, Corporate Finance, and Fintech & Risk Management.
The program emphasizes practical application, giving students access to The American College of Greece’s Simulated Trading Room, where they gain hands-on experience using cutting-edge financial software. Participants will also benefit from field trips to leading financial institutions abroad, international student exchange programs, and scholarships for CFA exams.
With accreditation by NECHE and EFMD, the MSc in Finance delivers a global perspective on finance, combining academic rigor with real-world expertise.
Funding Options
At Alba Graduate Business School, we are deeply committed to supporting our students' educational journey. We offer a variety of scholarships that reflect our dedication to rewarding academic excellence and fostering leadership potential. Our scholarships are designed to help outstanding individuals finance their studies, with awards based on prior academic achievements. Recipients must maintain high academic performance throughout their studies.
We also offer financial aid, awarded to candidates who demonstrate financial need, ensuring that deserving students have access to top-tier education regardless of financial circumstances.
Learn more about the scholarships and funding options available -> https://alba.acg.edu/studying-at-alba/tuition-funding/