GISMA University of Applied Sciences is a state?recognised private university based near Berlin/Potsdam, Germany, offering English?taught undergraduate and postgraduate degrees with a strong emphasis on applied learning, practical skills and employability. Its programmes combine classroom teaching with project work, case studies, internships, and a mobility window for study abroad or career development. GISMA has industry connections, modern facilities, and a diverse international student community.

 

Why Study BSc Business Management and Finance Specialisation

The BSc Business Management with Finance specialisation is ideal if you want a global business degree with a strong financial focus. It blends core business management skills with financial competencies such as financial analysis, corporate finance, investment strategies, and financial decision?making — all essential for careers in finance, consulting, banking, and corporate leadership.

 

Key strengths of this degree

• Balanced foundation in business management and finance.

• Practical, project?based and hybrid learning integrates academic theory with real?world applications.

• Extensive career possibilities in global finance, business consulting, investment and strategic roles.

 

Subjects / Module Structure

The programme builds a well?rounded foundation in business fundamentals before progressing into finance and specialised areas:

Core Business Modules

• Fundamentals of Strategic Management

• Digital Marketing Methods

• Leadership in a Digitalised and Globalised World

• Fundamentals of Marketing

• Financial and Cost Accounting

• Human Resource Management

• Project Management

• Sustainability Management

• Digital Transformation and Digital Economics

• Innovation Management

• Foreign Language (multilingual competency)

• Intercultural Skills and Ethics

• Mathematical Foundations

• Statistics

• Academic Writing and Research Methods

• Bachelor Thesis

• Internship (integrated practical experience)

 

Finance Specialisation Modules

(The exact titles listed may evolve, but generally cover finance?focused topics such as:)

• Financial Strategy & Planning

• Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Corporate Finance and Investment

• Data?Driven Business Models

• Market Research & Data Analytics

• Financial Decision?Making Tools

 

Disciplines & Specialisations

This programme is part of the broader BSc Business Management family, which includes multiple specialisation pathways such as:

• Finance (this programme)

• Marketing

• Logistics

• Entrepreneurship

• Human Resources

 

Programme Highlights

• Applied and hybrid learning model: Mixes on?campus teaching with flexible digital learning and project work.
• Mobility Window: Semester 5 can be used for study abroad, internships or career experiences.
• Internship integration: Opportunities to apply classroom knowledge in real business settings.
• Industry exposure: Guest lecturers and faculty with experience in top global organisations.
• Specialised finance skills: Prepares graduates for finance and business leadership roles.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates of BSc Business Management and Finance typically pursue careers such as:

• Financial Analyst

• Business Consultant

• Investment or Corporate Finance Specialist

• Risk & Performance Analyst

• Entrepreneur / Finance Manager

• Strategic Planner or Management Trainee