What can you do with a Master's in Corporate Finance and Control?

Graduates of this specialisation are equipped for high-level financial roles in a variety of sectors, ranging from multinational corporations and financial institutions to governmental organisations. Because the programme integrates technical financial expertise with institutional and behavioural insights, our alumni are specifically sought after for roles that require not only quantitative precision but also a deep understanding of the strategic and human factors influencing financial success.

Competences: what you have learned

Employers increasingly demand a new generation of financial experts who can bridge the gap between financial data and strategic implementation. In this programme, you acquire core pillars of competence:

  • You master the ability to perform complex valuations, risk assessments, and capital structure analyses. You can quantify the financial impact of corporate decisions using state-of-the-art econometric tools and theoretical models.
  • You develop the ability to analyse how legal, political, and social institutions shape financial opportunities. This enables you to adapt financial strategies to different international regulatory frameworks and governance codes.
  • Develop and evaluate internal steering mechanisms to match financial reporting with strategic execution, transforming complex accounting data into actionable performance indicators that drive organisational decisions and goals.

After your studies

Our alumni have the necessary knowledge and skills for a career as:

  • Financial manager
  • Financial controller
  • Business analyst
  • Investment or credit analyst

Labour market information

From the graduates of the Master’s programme in Economics:

  • 86% found a job within 6 months after graduation.
  • 61% found a job within their field.
  • The gross starting salary based on 38 hours a week is € 2.960.

Source: Studiekeuze123 & Alumni Survey Radboud University 2022.

Radboud Career Service

You can always contact the Radboud Career Service or Career Service NSM. The Career Service offers students and young alumni guidance and support as they venture into the labour market. Career Service is available for career guidance, job application tips, or if you require information about internships and job vacancies.

Keep developing, even after your Master's

Radboud University can also help you develop professionally after your Master's. Through our courses, training, and continuing education programs, you will delve into current issues and strengthen your knowledge and skills. With our education for professionals, you will continue to grow and be prepared for new challenges.