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Master in Finance MiF.
Become a future finance leader with global impact at one of the world’s top business schools.
Ranked #1 MBA in Europe 2025 by the Financial Times
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IESE MiF
You aim high. You aspire to lead with purpose and impact. The Master’s Degree in Finance (MiF) from the University of Navarra* is more than a stepping stone — it’s your launchpad to a meaningful career in the competitive world of finance. Tailored for recent graduates with strong analytical skills, the program empowers you with the technical mastery, strategic mindset, and ethical grounding needed to lead with excellence and integrity. It prepares you to become the kind of leader the financial industry needs — one who sets the standard for professionalism, responsibility, and positive impact.
Throughout the program, you develop the knowledge and mindset to navigate complex financial environments, while cultivating a spirit of service and responsibility. With a strong emphasis on technology, data, and real-world challenges, the MiF prepares you to make sound decisions that drive both performance and positive change. A highlight of the experience is a hands-on module in New York, where you connect with global markets and top financial professionals—taking your first step toward leading the future of finance.
(*) Pending approval by ANECA
City
Madrid, New York (1 module) and London (1 week)
Length
9-month academic phase + mandatory internship (at least 3 months)
Start date
September 2026
Methodology
The Case Method
Fees
€52,000
Average age
23 years old
Master in Finance. IESE MiF.
Do you want to experience the MiF for one day?
Sign up for an online Open Day and gain firsthand insight into IESE’s Master in Finance. You’ll attend a session led by an IESE professor, debate a real business case and meet alumni who will share their personal experiences with you.
You can also schedule a personal visit to experience IESE firsthand, attend a class and meet the current students.
Please submit your request via the Campus Tour form to schedule a visit.
If you’re looking for guidance on your next career steps, we also offer personalized online tutoring.
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FAQS
Explore our most frequently asked questions to find out more about the IESE Master in Finance. We have compiled a list of common questions from prospective students to help you decide whether the MiF is the right fit for your goals.
The Master in Finance (MiF) is designed for recent graduates or young professionals who want to launch a career in finance and already have a strong quantitative background. In contrast, the Master in Management (MiM) is aimed at recent university graduates or young professionals from a variety of academic backgrounds who seek a broader foundation in business and management.
Building a long-term career in finance typically requires more specialized preparation than a general management degree can provide. It also demands a strong combination of technical expertise and managerial judgment. Today’s financial professionals operate in a complex and interconnected ecosystem, navigating multiple domains, including risk, regulation, markets, analytics, AI and economics, and making decisions that shape companies, industries and markets.
For that reason, IESE’s MiF offers focused training in advanced quantitative tools and financial models, combined with a broader managerial perspective. Its goal is to develop well-rounded future leaders in finance, rather than narrow technical specialists.
Not necessarily. We welcome STEM, Business, Economics and other graduates with strong quantitative abilities.
No. The MiF is a pre-experience program (candidates can have up to two years’ work experience), so prior experience is not required for admission. However, some relevant experience and a clear passion for finance will strengthen your profile, and employers often value prior experience during recruitment.
The IESE MiF follows a round-based admissions process, with one round per month. We strongly recommend applying early to maximize your chances of admission and financial aid.
Your professors are the same world-renown experts that teach the business leaders in our executive education programs. IESE faculty hold doctoral degrees from top universities around the world, and their teaching is based on the latest developments in business and driven by the desire to make a lasting impact on society. The faculty will also include University of Navarra (UNAV) professors closely aligned with IESE faculty.
There is no better way to get to know IESE and our programs than by visiting the campus. We would be happy to host a personal visit so that you can experience IESE firsthand with a real business case and the opportunity to meet current students.
Please submit your request via the Campus Tour form to schedule a visit.
The program is offered in collaboration with the School of Economics and Business at the University of Navarra.
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