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Study Finance & Accounting in Europe

Where Europe's markets, banks, and the euro are run — and taught.

Finance & Accounting programs in Europe from 23 universities · updated for 2026

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Financial Centers Study near major European financial centers — each with distinct market cultures and career ecosystems

CFA & Professional Paths Many European universities offer CFA-aligned programs and structured professional exam preparation support

Fintech Innovation Europe's fintech sector spans the continent, creating new finance career paths beyond traditional banking

EU Financial Systems Hands-on understanding of Eurozone dynamics, ECB policy, and EU financial regulation — learned in context

Finance and accounting in Europe means studying within — or close to — the regulatory and institutional architecture that governs global capital. Europe is home to some of the world's largest foreign exchange markets, private banking centers, and investment fund domiciles, and that concentration of real institutions creates genuine internship and graduate recruitment pipelines that programs elsewhere can only simulate. European finance programs are shaped by a distinctly rigorous regulatory environment: the ECB, EBA (European Banking Authority), and ESMA (European Securities and Markets Authority) collectively set compliance standards that finance graduates need to understand. Finance programs across Europe — including strong options in Central and Eastern Europe that are often overlooked — have solid CFA alignment, and graduates are recruited globally by investment banks, asset managers, private equity firms, and fintech companies. The growing European fintech sector is a significant alternative to traditional financial services for graduates who want to combine finance knowledge with technology.

Featured Finance & Accounting Programs in Europe

A selection of programs available across Europe — explore details, fees, and requirements.

Quantitative Finance

University of Bologna Bologna, Italy

Master's English 2 years

EU: €1,200 Per year Non-EU: €1,400

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Quantitative Finance University of Bologna

This program focuses on preparing students for careers in financial analysis, risk management, and actuarial sciences through a curriculum deeply rooted in mathematics, statistics, finance, and economics. The first year covers financial regulation, corporate finance, financial mathematics, and econometrics. The second year offers advanced training in topics such as market microstructure, interest rate models, derivatives, and computational finance. Students may undertake internships and choose among optional modules, with a final examination involving a thesis or project.

Admission to this program requires a background in statistics or economics, with specific degrees in those fields preferred. Applicants from other disciplines may also qualify if they have earned at least 24 credits in mathematics, probability, statistics, or economics, including a minimum of 6 credits in probability/statistics and 10 credits in mathematics. A recognized foreign qualification can be accepted if it aligns with these curricular requirements. Proficiency in English at a minimum B2 level is mandatory for enrolment. EU students typically pay around €1,200/year based on family income. Non-EU students usually pay a fixed fee of about €1,400/year. Check with the university for your exact fee.

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Greening Energy Market and Finance

University of Bologna Bologna, Italy

Master's English 2 years

EU: €1,200 Per year Non-EU: €1,400

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Greening Energy Market and Finance University of Bologna

This program offers three specializations: Renewable Technologies, Environmental Finance, and Climate & Business Science. It combines climate science, finance, data analysis, and energy systems to address climate-related economic risks and support sustainable investments. Core subjects include risk modelling, climate macroeconomics, energy and commodity markets, smart grids, and programming for data science. Electives and training activities allow students to tailor their learning to industry needs. The program concludes with a final examination or thesis preparation, including options for internships or study abroad.

Admission to this program requires a relevant background in areas such as engineering, computer science, business, economics, mathematics, statistics, or physics. Foreign qualifications are assessed based on curricular content equivalence. Applicants must also demonstrate English proficiency at B2 level, verified via recognized certifications or academic/experiential use of English. Admission is possible before graduation, but completion of the first degree by the end of the calendar year is mandatory for enrollment finalization. EU students typically pay around €1,200/year based on family income. Non-EU students usually pay a fixed fee of about €1,400/year. Check with the university for your exact fee.

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Financial Management

Mykolas Romeris University Vilnius, Lithuania

Master's English 1,5 years

EU: €4,606 Per year Non-EU: €4,606

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Financial Management Mykolas Romeris University

This master's program offers advanced knowledge in finance and accounting, covering topics such as financial and management accounting, taxation, public finance, and corporate financial management. It integrates modern tools like econometric modeling, financial control, and innovative technologies in finance. Elective courses allow for specialization in areas such as cost management, start-up investment modeling, big data analysis, or financial behavior. Students complete a research-based master's thesis, with some foundational courses required for those without prior studies in accounting or law.

To apply for this master's program, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in economics, management, finance, accounting, or marketing with at least three years of study and a GPA of 60% or more. Required documents include academic transcripts, a motivational letter written without AI, proof of B2-level English proficiency, and a passport copy. English skills can be confirmed through standardized tests or a free online test provided by the university. Native English speakers or those who completed previous studies entirely in English are exempt. High-quality, full-color scans of all documents are required.

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Bank and Financial Management

University of Ljubljana Ljubljana, Slovenia

Master's English 2 years

Non-EU: €4,700

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Bank and Financial Management University of Ljubljana

This master's program focuses on advanced financial management, economics, and risk analysis within corporate and institutional settings. The first year includes core courses such as managerial economics, corporate finance, EU economic policies, and business finance law. Students also begin developing professional competencies through business skills workshops. In the second year, the curriculum covers areas like asset management, insurance finance, bank management, and risk management, allowing students to choose between specialized subjects. The program concludes with a master’s thesis, supported by a preparatory proposal course and additional electives.

To be admitted to this master's program, candidates must have completed a relevant bachelor's degree or an equivalent program with at least 180 ECTS credits. Graduates from other fields may also be accepted if they complete an additional 12 ECTS in required subjects, which can include Microeconomics and Introduction to Business. In cases of limited places, selection is based on a weighted average of prior academic performance, including course grades and exam results. Both EU and non-EU applicants must meet the same academic and language criteria.

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