BSBI is a private international higher-education provider with campuses in Berlin, Paris, Barcelona and Hamburg, delivering career-oriented undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in partnership with recognised awarding bodies. The MSc Finance & Investment is offered under BSBI’s postgraduate portfolio with degree award from University for the Creative Arts (UCA) and RNCP Titre Level 7 recognition via PPA (Paris partner route). BSBI also provides admissions, visa and career support for international students.

 

Why study MSc Finance & Investment at BSBI

• Dual/regional recognition: award via UCA (UK) plus RNCP Titre L7 mapping via PPA — useful for career mobility across Europe and professional recognition in France.

• Practice-focused curriculum: covers corporate finance, financial markets, derivatives, M&A, private equity, and applied financial modelling, with an emphasis on employability (industry projects/work placements).

• Campus options & career services: delivered in Paris and Berlin with career support and industry networking opportunities.

 

Level of study

• Postgraduate — Master’s (MSc) mapped to RNCP Titre Level 7 (French professional level 7) and awarded as an MSc by University for the Creative Arts.

 

Campus locations & mobility

• Main campuses running this programme: Paris (France) and Berlin (Germany). Some intakes are Paris-first (24 months) while others run from Berlin (18 months). BSBI supports student services across campuses; confirm the campus for your intake at application.

 

Duration & routes

• Berlin route: commonly 18 months (four terms / 4 terms + project depending on year).

• Paris (RNCP) route: commonly 24 months (2 years) under the UCA → RNCP mapping.
  Expect 18–24 months depending on campus and intake — confirm the duration on the intake factsheet.

 

Subjects / programme structure

(Exact module names vary by intake — sample topics commonly taught:)

• Financial markets & instruments (equities, fixed income)

• Corporate finance & valuation

• Mergers & acquisitions, Private Equity

• Derivatives, Risk Management & Quantitative Methods

• Portfolio Management & Alternative Investments

• Research methods & dissertation / capstone project

 

Disciplines / specialisations offered

• Students often focus via electives or capstone projects on areas such as Investment Banking, Asset & Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Private Equity, Corporate Finance or FinTech — availability of electives and specialisations depends on cohort and campus. Confirm electives for your intake in the factsheet.

 

Highlights (student benefits)

• Dual (UCA + RNCP) recognition for broader professional/regional acceptance.

• Applied final project / dissertation that can be employer-facing.

• Multi-campus delivery & career support (industry speaker series, placement assistance).

• Curriculum designed to prepare students for technical finance roles and managerial positions in investment and corporate finance.

 

Career outcomes

• Typical roles: Investment Analyst, Portfolio Manager (junior), Risk Analyst, Corporate Finance Analyst, Private Equity Analyst, Financial Consultant, Treasury/Asset Management roles, and opportunities to progress into senior finance roles or further research. BSBI promotes employability via placement projects and career services.

 

Latest updates & special requirements to watch

• Campus-specific variation: duration, intakes and some fees differ between the Berlin and Paris routes (Paris RNCP route is typically 24 months while Berlin routes often show 18 months). Always confirm the exact factsheet for the campus & intake you plan to join.

• Proof-of-English & credit transfer rules: follow UCA/BSBI guidance for accepted tests and transfer/exemption evidence; these can affect entry and advanced standing.