The Master's degree in Controlling, Accounting and Financial Management is designed to equip students with the essential skills for strategic financial decision-making. Students engage deeply with business knowledge, financial expertise, and leadership competencies. The program includes hands-on experiences, fostering both theoretical learning and practical application in the business environment, preparing graduates for high-responsibility roles in finance and management.
Students will study various topics including advanced financial practices, management theories, and business analytics. The curriculum prepares students for challenges in finance and management, focusing on both theory and application. Courses are tailored to develop a strategic mindset for business leaders.
The program is structured over four semesters, allowing for full-time or part-time attendance. Students will engage in block weeks and hands-on projects, culminating in a thesis that integrates their learning with real-world challenges.
Graduates will acquire vital competencies in strategic finance, accounting principles, and leadership, equipping them for advanced roles in diverse industries. They will be expected to navigate complex financial landscapes while contributing to organizational goals.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Summer 2026
€363 / semester
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
ÖH-Beitrag: € 25,20, Studiengebühren: € 363,36 / Semester
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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