Practical Info

Evaluation: a dynamic approach
The courses in this Master program frequently use interactive learning methods, so students are expected to participate actively. Opportunities are offered to hold group discussions, to solve case studies, to give presentations and to discuss actual situations with lecturers and guest speakers. In other words, the permanent evaluation of participants is indispensable and very important.

Course Schedule
When?
The sessions take place on a daily basis, generally from 9 am till 1 pm. The afternoon will be devoted to case study preparation, group discussion, exercises, preparation of presentations, guest lectures, etc.

Language?
The program will be taught in English. All presentations and reports will be in English. Consequently, a sufficient proficiency in English is a necessary entry requirement.

Where?
All courses will take place at our campus at W. Wilsonplein 5D, Ghent (third floor)- the building where also the Department of Financial Economics is located. The room is equipped with the necessary IT-infrastructure and the computer class for the Master students is located nearby.

Start of the program
Beginning of October

End of the lectures
End of April

Thesis (Graduation project)
The thesis starts beginning of May and the results will be presented to the faculty and the ordering company by the end of June.

Examination periods
Although in most cases students will be evaluated during the lecture weeks, for some courses a formal examination will be organised during two weeks after the Christmas holidays (first semester courses) and one week after the Easter break (second semester courses). If necessary, a second examination session is organised in September.

Part-time program
The Program can also be spread over two academic years. Click here to learn about the exact course contents of each year.

Degree
Participants who end the program successfully will obtain a Master in Banking and Finance. The university degree will only be granted to participants who meet all admission requirements, attend sessions regularly, complete the final project successfully and pass the test on the different subjects.

Tuition fee
Currently, the tuition fee is set at €564,30. Participants have to enroll at Ghent University. For students who wish to follow the program on a part-time basis, tuition fee will also be spread over two years. In addition to the tuition fee, there are other specific costs like books, course material, use of software, etc. We estimate this cost at approximately 200 euro.

Scholarships
For more information about scholarships, click here.

Accomodation
For more information about accomodation, click here.