Financial & Risk Management

Language:	English
Location:	Munich, Online
Duration:	3.5 days
Start:	22 July 2025
Cost:	3,290 EUR
ECTS:	5

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The Certificate Program in Financial & Risk Management equips you with a comprehensive understanding of essential aspects in risk management, financial and sustainability accounting. The program covers International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and the relevant requirements in sustainability accounting including the Corporate Social Responsibility Directive, European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), and the EU Taxonomy. You will gain insights into the underlying principles of modern reporting to investors and other stakeholders.

You will put theory into practice
In different risk management case studies, you will learn about the historical background of important failures in financial history, the evolution and the mathematical background of the risks involved, while getting a hands-on experience by implementing and discussing each case.

5 ECTS credits possible: This certificate program is eligible as an elective for our Executive MBA students.

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Benefits

In today’s complex financial landscape, understanding and managing risks are essential for organizations to thrive.

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Master Reporting Standards

IFRS, ESRS and further current reporting standards will be part of your professional skillset after this course.

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Real-world Applications

With real-life cases, you will learn to find solutions and how to apply those within your organization while networking with participants from different backgrounds.

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Networking Opportunities

Connect with industry professionals and peers, expanding your professional network and potential career opportunities.

Program Overview

You can find all the important information about the certificate program here. Below you can find out the objectives of the program, the exact details of the process, what you will learn and which lecturers will teach you the content.

Learning Objective
Here you will find information on the aims of this course and its content.

After participating in this module, you will be able to

Assess financial and non-financial reports.
Understand the most important mathematical concepts of risk management.
Develop easy tools for efficient quantitative risk management.
Apply basic methods of risk management to different situations as well as understand, monitor, and control financial processes within organizations.
Discuss the underlying principles of financial statements under IFRS and of social and environmental reports under European regulations.
Identify earnings management and greenwashing by companies.

Details
Here you will find information on dates, requirements and other general conditions for the certificate program.

Program:

Financial & Risk Management

Target group:

The Certificate Program in Financial & Risk Management is designed for corporate managers seeking a comprehensive understanding of IFRS, risk management, and sustainability accounting. Ideal for risk analysts, investment managers, and those involved in dealing with accounting data, the program is also valuable for sustainability practitioners and business leaders navigating regulatory frameworks. Tailored to a diverse audience, it provides essential knowledge and practical skills for confidently managing financial complexities and making informed decisions across industries.

Academic responsibility:

Prof. Dr. Jürgen Ernstberger, Financial Accounting, TUM School of Management

Format & Timing:

Blended-learning, 3.5 days

Study location:

Munich

Language:

English

Dates:

22 – 24 July 2025 on Campus,
TBA presentations online

Application deadline:

30 June 2025

Admission requirements:

Participants should have at least 3 years of professional experience.

Graduation:

After successful completion of the final exam, participants will receive a certificate from the Technical University of Munich.

ECTS:

5 ECTS

Credibility:

The certificate can be used to earn 5 ECTS credits that are applicable to the Executive MBA programs at the Technical University of Munich.

Program fee:

3.290 EUR*

Discounts:

10% discount for TUM Alumni

* Based on our experience, the German tax benefits help many of our participants to self-finance their education as these can be worth of up to 50% of tuition fees and program related travel costs. Please, consult your personal tax advisor for more details. For participants of our programs residing outside Germany this might be applicable, please check the situation with the local tax authorities in your country of residence.

Lecturers
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Berk Baltaci

Program Manager

Phone: +49 (0) 89 289 26752

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