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Master's degree 2
Master of Leadership in Sustainable Finance – Online • Frankfurt School of Finance & Management
• Frankfurt am Main 2

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Master's degree
Master of Leadership in Sustainable Finance –
Online
Frankfurt School of Finance & Management • Frankfurt am Main

Overview

Degree Master of Arts, MA

Teaching language
English

Languages English

Full-time / part-time
part-time (study alongside work)

Mode of study Fully online

Programme duration 3 semesters, 4 semesters

Beginning Winter semester

Additional information on Programme start: 1 September

beginning, duration and Duration: 18 – 24 months
mode of study Mode of study: Part time / independent study / online

Application deadline 31 July

Tuition fees per semester in 4,375 EUR

EUR

Additional information on Fees for the complete programme: 17,500 EUR

tuition fees Payment in instalments is possible.

Deadline for early-bird discount: 31 May

Combined Master's degree / No

PhD programme

Joint degree / double degree No

programme

Description/content Frankfurt School's Master of Leadership in Sustainable Finance – online

The Master of Leadership in Sustainable Finance online programme is designed for current and
future leaders who are passionate about the role finance can play in addressing the key societal

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 challenges of our time.

The programme is designed to develop skills and expertise at the intersection of finance,
sustainability, and economic development. It combines a foundation in core areas of finance and
leadership with a range of electives from our e-Campus certification courses. The Master's thesis
serves as the culmination of the programme, providing an opportunity to contribute valuable
insights to real-world business problems. Participants can choose between the Green Finance
Track, which focuses on the low-carbon transition in finance, or the Development Finance Track,
which engages with growth agendas and inclusive finance.

Throughout your studies, you will engage with our faculty and thesis supervisors who will offer
guidance and support. The programme incorporates group work, an optional on-campus module,
and online sustainability sessions that foster networking opportunities and aid in shaping your
career path.

Highlights

18 – 24 months / part-time / independent study

Self-paced: Flexibility to study at your convenience
Customise your degree with two tracks and a choice of several electives.
International: Benefit from a highly diverse class and lecturers who are active all around
the world.
Gain insights at the forefront of academic research, market practice and policy.
Networking: Take advantage of numerous opportunities to interact with your fellow
students and lecturers.

Customise your Curriculum

Upon completion of the programme, you will be awarded the degree of Master of Arts (MA) in
Leadership in Sustainable Finance. You can choose to specialise in either

Development Finance or
Green Finance

Each concentration will draw on a selection of 14 electives fromFrankfurt School's e-Campus

portfolio.

Learning Approach

Self-Study Training Approach

The programme is flexible but structured. The self-study concept allows you to integrate your
studies into your professional and personal schedule, allowing for a comfortable distribution of the
workload during the week or at the weekends. Keep in mind a few key deadlines, including live
sessions, submission deadlines, and final exam dates.

Workload

The average workload varies depending on factors such as your prior experience in different
courses and subjects as well as your learning style. As a very rough estimate, you should expect to
dedicate approximately 15-20 hours of study time per week over the 24-month duration of the
programme.

Training Material

Video Lectures
Scripts
Online Tests
Case Studies
Further Readings
Discussion Forum

Course Details
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Course organisation Development Finance Track

Semester 1:

Development Finance & Growth

Accounting, Leadership & Sustainability
Elective 1: Microfinance, Islamic Microfinance or Agricultural Finance

Semester 2:

Strategy & Innovation

Risk Management, Corporate Governance & Compliance
Elective 2: ESG & Impact Investing, Microinsurance, SME Finance, Digital Finance or
Financial Inclusion Policy

Semester 3:

Leadership & Change Management (online or on-campus)

Elective 3: ESG & Impact Investing, Microinsurance, SME Finance, Digital Finance, Financial
Inclusion Policy, Climate & Renewable Energy Finance, Climate Adaptation Finance,
Sustainable Finance or NPL Management & Investment

Semester 4: Master's thesis

Green Finance Track

Semester 1:

Economics of Climate Change

Accounting, Leadership & Sustainability
Elective 1: Financing NDCs or Agricultural Finance

Semester 2:

Strategy & Innovation

Risk Management, Corporate Governance & Compliance
Elective 2: ESG & Impact Investing, Climate & Renewable Energy Finance, Climate
Adaptation Finance or Sustainable Finance

Semester 3:

Leadership & Change Management (online or on-campus)

Elective 3: Climate & Renewable Energy Finance, Climate Adaptation Finance, Sustainable
Finance, ESG & Impact Investing, Microinsurance, SME Finance, Digital Finance, Financial
Inclusion Policy or NPL Management & Investment

Semester 4: Master's thesis

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A Diploma supplement will Yes

be issued

Certificates for specific Yes

modules are awarded

Course-specific, integrated No
German language courses

Course-specific, integrated No
English language courses

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Online learning

Pace of course Self-paced (Material is always available and students progress at their own speed)

Phase(s) of attendance in Yes, voluntary

Germany (applies to the
entire programme)

Types of online learning

Access to databases with study material
elements
Discussion forums and / or groups
Mobile learning apps
Online sessions
Online study material provided by institution
Video learning (Pre-recorded videos, Vlogs, Video-Podcasts)

Costs / Funding

Tuition fees per semester in 4,375 EUR

EUR

Additional information on Fees for the complete programme: 17,500 EUR

tuition fees Payment in instalments is possible.

Deadline for early-bird discount: 31 May

Semester contribution Included in tuition fees

Funding opportunities Yes

within the university

Description of the above- The Frankfurt School Scholarship Programme aims to support highly talented candidates who have
mentioned funding the potential to make an impact.
opportunities within the
university Selection criteria include

academic achievements (grades from undergraduate degree)

performance during the Frankfurt School selection procedure
candidate's personal achievements (professional and international experience,
extracurricular activities, social commitment and intercultural skills)
motivation
financial needs
potential impact

Scholarships will cover a maximum of 30% of your tuition fees.

Requirements / Registration

Academic admission Undergraduate academic degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) from a university (including
requirements diploma and transcript of records)
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 At least two years of post-undergraduate, relevant work experience (proven via a
recommendation letter from your former or current employer)
Admission test and interview

Language requirements Proven excellent written and spoken English

Technical equipment and Reliable Internet connection

programmes Camera and microphone

Application deadline 31 July

Submit application to https://applymasters.frankfurt-school.de/MLSF

Services

Possibility of finding part- The Master of Leadership in Sustainable Finance online programme is a part-time programme,
time employment which allows students to study while working.

Contact
Frankfurt School of Finance & Management
International Advisory Services

Laura Stender

60322 Frankfurt am Main

onlinemaster@fs.de
Course website: https://www.fs.de/onlinemaster

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