Double Master with Prague University of Economics and Business
The University of Economics, Prague (VŠE), founded in 1953, is the biggest public university of economics in the Czech Republic. VŠE has six faculties offering applicants a broad spectrum of bachelor, master, PhD and MBA study programmes. Five faculties are located in the centre of Prague – Finance and Accounting, International Relations, Business Administration, Informatics and Statistics as well as Economics.
The Faculty of Management is located in the town of Jindřichův Hradec. Studies at VŠE meet the requirements of the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). Currently, there are about 15,000 students at VŠE. VŠE offers bachelor degree study programmes in Czech, English, and Russian; master degree study programmes are offered in Czech and English. In Prague, students from Bamberg join the
>>>MIFA (Master in Finance and Accounting)
The programme is fully taught in English, knowledge of the Czech language is not required. On completion of the double degree programme the Prague University of Economics and Business awards the academic degree
- Ing. in Finance and Accounting
and the University of Bamberg awards the academic degrees
- Master of Science in Business Administration or
- Master of Science in Finance and Accounting
Students starting the programme in Bamberg (Bamberg = home institution)
Application and admission
During the application for winter term, the double degree programme application is included in the regular application process for either the Master in Business Administration and/or the Master in Finance and Accounting. For admission, you must demonstrate German language proficiency at level B2. For all further information on the application procedure, please switch to the German version of this page.
Students starting the programme in Prague (University of Economics Prague = home institution)
Admission to the second year of study
If you have started your studies at the University of Economics Prague (as your home university) and come to Bamberg for your second year of study, you will have to go through a simplified admission process. This begins with you being nominated by your home university. You will then receive all the information you need from the International Office (IO) of the University of Bamberg to prepare for your academic year in Bamberg (halls of residence, introductory and language courses, etc.). Further information on these topics can also be found on the homepage of the IO:
>>>Prepare your stay in Bamberg
Unlike regular exchange students, double degree students are regularly enrolled in Bamberg. You must submit an application via the online application procedure of the Registrar's Office. You will receive an email with all important information and deadlines after your nomination. Please wait until you are contacted by the SoWi double degree coordinator. You will then find the online application here:
There will also be an introductory event for double degrees at the SoWi at the beginning of the semester where you will have the opportunity to get to know other students who are also studying for a double degree. You will also receive a personal invitation by email.
Study programme for all DD students
The study programme comprises 4 semesters.Students study the first two semesters (or Master 1, Bac + 4) at the respective home institution and the last two semesters (or Master 2, Bac +5) at the respective host university. During their stay at the host university, students remain enrolled at their home institution.
The credits earned in accordance with the double degree programme are recognised as equivalent by both institutions. The study and examination regulations for the Bamberg Master's degree programme apply to the provision and recognition of credits at the University of Bamberg.The examination regulations of the University of Economics Prague apply to the provision and recognition of credits at the University of Economics Prague
>>>Examination and study regulations of the M. Sc. in BWL
>>> Examination and study reguzlations of the M. Sc. F&A
The course of study is largely determined by the students themselves through their choice of specialisations. The following tables provide information on the distribution of coursework between the two universities.Detailed information on the courses can be found in the respective module handbooks.
>>>Current study programme in Bamberg (Module handbook M. Sc. BWL)
>>>Current study programme in Bamberg (Module handbook M. Sc. F&A)
The detailed course of study depends primarily on where the programme is started. The following overview is intended to provide planning and orientation, but the course of study may differ slightly in individual cases.Students on the double degree must always conclude an individual credit transfer agreement with the programme coordinators at both universities, which is based on the current status of the regulations of the degree programmes involved.
Master in Business Administration
The recognition of modules from Prague in the module groups in Bamberg is for students matriculated in Business Administration the following:
| Starting in Bamberg | Starting in Prague | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Module Group | 1st year in Bamberg | 2nd year in Prague | 1st year in Prague | 2nd year in Bamberg |
| S-BWL 1 | 18 | 18 | ||
| S-BWL 2 | 18 | 18 | ||
| General Management | 12 | 24 | 12 | 24 |
| Research | 6 | 12 | 12 | 6 |
| Business Languages | 6 | 6 | ||
| Master Thesis | 24 | 24 | ||
| Total ECTS | 120 | 120 | ||
The distribution of ECTS for students matriculated in the Master in Business Administration in Bamberg is the following:
| 1st year in Bamberg | 2nd year in Prague | |
|---|---|---|
| Module Group General Management | ||
| Performance Management | 6 | |
| Corporate Finance | 6 | |
| International Finance | 6 | |
| Intermediate Accounting: Generally Accepted Principles | 6 | |
Modules from the module group General Management according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 12 | |
| 36 | ||
| Module Group S-BWL I and II | ||
| Two modules from the module group S-BWL according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 36 | |
| 36 | ||
| Module Group Research | ||
| Business Valuation | 6 | |
| Audit and Assurance | 6 | |
| Modules from the module group Research chosen by the students following the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 6 | |
| 18 | ||
| Business Languages | ||
| Modules from the module group Business Languages chosen by the students according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 6 | |
| 6 | ||
| Master Thesis | ||
| One Elective Course | 6 | |
| Master thesis and State Exam | 18 | |
| 24 | ||
You will find the current version of the Module Handbook (MHB) of the M. Sc. in Business Administration here (German only).
| 1st year in Prague | 2nd year in Bamberg | |
|---|---|---|
| Module Group General Management | ||
| Modules from the module group General Management according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 24 | |
| Financial Derivatives | 6 | |
| Taxation in the CR and EU | 6 | |
| 36 | ||
| Module Group S-BWL | ||
| Performance Management | 6 | |
| Corporate Finance | 6 | |
| International Finance | 6 | |
| Intermediate Accounting: Generally Accepted Principles | 6 | |
| Business Ethics | 6 | |
| Economics II | 6 | |
| 36 | ||
| Module Group Methods and Research | ||
| Modules from the module Methods and Research according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 6 | |
| Auditing and Assurance | 6 | |
| Business Valuation | 6 | |
| 18 | ||
| Module Group Business Languages | ||
| Modules from the module group Business Languages according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 6 | |
| 6 | ||
| Master Thesis | ||
| Master thesis following the rules of the MHB in Bamberg. | 24 | |
| 24 | ||
You will find the current version of the Module Handbook of the M. Sc. in Business Administrationhere (German only).
Master in Finance & Accounting
The allocation of ECTS for students matriculated in the Master Finance and Accounting in Bamberg is the following:
| Starting in Bamberg | Starting in Prague | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Module Group | 1st year in Bamberg | 2nd year in Prague | 1st year in Prague | 2nd year in Bamberg |
| Finance and Accounting | 48 | 24 | 48 | 24 |
| Methods and Research | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Master Thesis | 24 | 24 | ||
| Total ECTS | 120 | 120 | ||
| 1st year in Bamberg | 2nd year in Prague | |
|---|---|---|
| Module Group Finance and Accounting | ||
| Performance Management | 6 | |
| Corporate Finance | 6 | |
| International Finance | 6 | |
| Intermediate Accounting: Generally Accepted Principles | 6 | |
| Modules from the module group Finance and Accounting according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 48 | |
| 72 | ||
| Module Group Methods and Research | ||
| Business Valuation | 6 | |
| Audit and Assurance | 6 | |
Modules from the module group Methods and Research according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 12 | |
| 24 | ||
| Master Thesis | ||
| One Elective Course | 6 | |
| Master Thesis and State Exam | 18 | |
| 24 | ||
You will find the current version of the module handbook of the M. Sc. Finance and Accountinghere (German only).
1st year in Prague | 2nd year in Bamberg | |
|---|---|---|
| Module Group Finance and Accounting | ||
| Performance Management | 6 | |
| Corporate Finance | 6 | |
| International Finance | 6 | |
| Intermediate Accounting: Generally Accepted Principles | 6 | |
| Financial Derivatives | 6 | |
| Taxation in the CR and EU | 6 | |
| Economics II | 6 | |
| Business Ethics | 6 | |
| Modules from the module group Finance and Accounting according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 24 | |
| 72 | ||
| Module Group Methods and Research | ||
| Business Valuation | 6 | |
| Audit and Assurance | 6 | |
| Modules from the module group Methods and Research according to the current rules of the MHB in Bamberg | 12 | |
| 24 | ||
| Master Thesis | ||
| Master thesis according to the rules of the MHB in Bamberg. | 24 | |
| 24 | ||
You will find the current version of the module handbook of the M. Sc. Finance and Accountinghere (German only).