• Toulouse
  • English, French
  • 1-year or 2-year
  • Full Time
  • September 2025
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Program content

Global financial markets are evolving rapidly under the influence of technological innovation, regulatory transformation, and economic uncertainty. Delivered in a highly international academic environment, the MSc Banking and International Finance prepares future finance professionals for key roles in banking and financial services. As a student, you will develop analytical thinking skills, financial modelling expertise and strategic decision-making abilities.

Key information

  • Campus: Paris
  • Teaching languages: English
  • Degrees:
    For the 2- year program : Master's degree
    For the 1-year program : Master of science
  • Duration: 1-year or 2-year track, depending on your academic background
  • ECTS:
    For the 2- year program : 180 ETCS
    For the 1-year program : 240 ETCS
  • Cost: 25,650€ for the entire 2-year program
    19,500€ for the 1-year program
  • Formation pace: Full Time

Academic Content

Year 1: International pre-master

This year is only designed for students with a 2- or 3-year bachelor’s degree and no work experience.

Year 1 is an International Pre-Master year providing the essential academic foundations in management while offering flexibility through a blended format.

The year combines online, self-paced learning from September to December, followed by on-campus courses from January to April. Students study core management subjects, develop soft skills, strengthen data and analytical abilities, and follow two language courses (English, French).

From May to August, students may complete an optional 1- to 6-month internship in France, or abroad to gain initial professional experience.

•  Management Core Courses

•  Soft Skills

•  Language Courses 1 & 2*

Academic modules may include:
Financial Analysis, Foundation of Finance, HR Management, Strategy, Business Marketing, Operations Management, Data/Excel, Soft Skills, Languages.

 

*Students learn two languages among English, French, and Spanish.

• Management Core Courses

• Elective Courses*

• 3-week International Seminar** (Business Game & Design Thinking)

• Language Courses 1 & 2***

 

Academic modules may include:
CSR, International Finance, International Marketing, Managing Across Cultures, Business Analytics, International Business, and MSc-coherent electives.

 

 

*Electives must align with the chosen MSc track.

**Travel costs for the international seminar are not included.

***Students learn two languages among English, French, and Spanish.

• 1 to 6 months, in France or abroad

• Designed to apply skills in a professional context

• Not mandatory

Year 2: MSc International Luxury Industries Management

This year is designed for students with a 4-year bachelor’s degree.

Program structure

October - December

Professional expertise

Soft Skills certificate

Optional Language Course

January - April

Professional expertise

Company consulting Mission

Soft skills certificate

From May on

Master’s Dissertation

Curriculum Intership

Professional expertise

Block 1. Advanced Corporate Finance

• Advanced capital budgeting and real options
• Advanced capital structure
• Corporate finance and financial management

Block 2. Financial Analysis, Firm Value & Value Creation

• International financial accounting
• Financial statements analysis
• Corporate valuation and value creation

Block 3. Financial Risk Management

• Foreign exchange risk and international finance
• Trading simulation
• Commodities risk management

Block 4. Banking Management and the Regulatory Landscape

• Sustainable finance and banking
• Banking economics
• Banking risks management

Block 5. Financial Markets

• Financial markets

Block 6. Financial Strategy for Investing and Financing

• Mergers and acquisitions
• Venture capital, private equity & restructuring
• Structured finance and project finance

Block 7. International Perspective in Banking and Finance

• Corporate governance
• Strategic management
• Fintech and DeFi

Block 8. Research Methods in Finance

• Research methods (general)
• Research methods in finance
• Econometrics

In the 3rd term of the MSc Banking & International Finance program, you will need to work on your Master’s Dissertation, supported by the TBS Education faculty. Additionally, you will have the chance to undertake a 6-month curricular internship in a renowned national or international company.

Unique Features

At TBS Education, we care about your self-improvement, to give you both hard and soft skills and boost your employability. Our Soft Skills Certificate, designed in collaboration with our Career Service and professional development and leadership experts, is the key to gain fundamental skills such as communication, creative & analytical thinking and resilience. Through three days, take part in interactive workshops, personalized coaching sessions and focus on interpersonal and behavioral skills.

Core skills you will develop

Personal skills

• Resilience
• Flexibility
• Curiosity
• Self-awareness

Leardership & Management

• Social influence
• Creative and analytical thinking
• Talent management

International relationships

• Collaboration
• Teamwork
• Inclusion
• Interpersonal communication
• Agility

Empower your career path and get ready for your future!

Our Career Services will guide you through your whole journey at TBS Education to unlock your professional potential and align your career path with your aspirations. Through a dynamic blend of lectures, workshops, personalized assessments (using tools such as Careerset and Graduate First), and one-on-one coaching, our experts will help you define your goals, refine your strategy, and secure the ideal internship or job. You’ll also have exclusive access to regular career fairs held on our campuses, connecting you directly with top recruiters and industry leaders to accelerate your transition into high-impact roles.

Coaching

We will help you analyze your skills, strengths, and areas for improvement. Through personality tests and individual coaching, we will integrate your self-knowledge with your aspirations and career choices.

Personal Branding

You will take part in workshops to build your CV and e-portfolio to highlight your experiences and skills to future employers.

By the end of your MSc Banking and International Finance at TBS Education, you will complete a master’s Dissertation focused on a current strategic challenge in finance or banking environment. This part of the program is thought to give you both an academic achievement and a professional milestone, demonstrating your ability to analyze complex financial issues and deliver actionable insights.

Its aim is to:

  • – Justify the relevance of your chosen topic in relation to major financial trends or research gaps, such as banking regulation, financial market volatility, fintech innovation, sustainable finance, risk management strategies, or investment analysis.
  • – Design a robust methodology combining quantitative and qualitative research approaches, including financial modelling, econometric analysis, case studies with financial institutions, or interviews with industry experts.
  • – Deliver actionable insights that connect academic theory with professional practice and support decision-making within banks, investment firms, or multinational organizations.

Put your consultancy skills to the test for two weeks during a hands-on, transversal, and strategic assignment. This project is designed for students from all master’s programs, allowing you to collaborate with peers from diverse academic backgrounds.

You will receive a letter of engagement from a TBS Education partner company representative about a current strategic challenge, not necessarily linked to your field of study. This project allows you to work on any area of the company, regardless of your specialization, offering a truly cross-functional experience.

With support from TBS Education professors, you will analyze the company’s competitive position and propose strategic and operational recommendations.

Examples of past TBS Education partner companies include:

  • – Aerospace Valley
  • – Airbus Foundation
  • – AllRead
  • – Cap Gemini
  • – Comtesse du Barry
  • – Continental Automotive
  • – EY
  • – Hilti
  • – Mars Petfoods
  • – Motorola
  • – Thalès
  • – Rockwell & Collins

These activities are intended to give you additional tools to improve your professional skills for better integration into the world of purchasing & supply chain management.

Learn from leading finance professionals

Learn from bankers, financial analysts, investment professionals, and industry experts working in global financial institutions, consulting firms, and asset management companies. Take part in lectures led by finance leaders, exchange with practitioners about real market challenges, and collaborate with your classmates on consulting missions related to banking, financial markets, and corporate finance.

Work on real financial projects

Act as a finance professional: throughout the program, develop your analytical and decision-making capabilities through applied financial cases and market simulations. Work in teams on real banking, investment, and corporate finance challenges proposed by corporate partners, applying financial analysis, valuation techniques, and strategic financial thinking.

Launch your global career with a 6-month Internship

As part of all TBS Education MSc programs, students complete a professional internship that provides essential real-world experience and strengthens their employability. Whether carried out in France or abroad, these internships offer the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained in class, develop industry-specific skills, and build an international professional network.

 

Thanks to TBS Education’s strong corporate partnerships and global reputation, students can access a wide range of placements across sectors, from large multinationals to innovative startups.

As part of the MSc Purchasing & Supply Chain Management, students must complete a mandatory 6-month professional internship during Year 2 of the programme. This full-time experience allows them to apply purchasing, logistics, and supply-chain management skills within a real corporate environment while preparing their Master’s thesis.

 

For students entering the two-year track, an additional optional internship of 1 to 4 months can be undertaken at the end of Year 1 (May to August). This shorter placement is not compulsory but offers an opportunity to gain early professional exposure before starting the MSc year.

To maximize your chances to find an internship in the field and the company of your dreams, at TBS Education we provide you with exclusive resources. Through our JobTeaser toolbox, you’ll have access to three powerful platforms to refine your professional profile and stand out to employers:

    • 1. Graduates First (GF): Step-by-step preparation for recruitment with the world’s largest companies, including:
    • -125+ employer guides (Airbus, LVMH, Pierre Fabre, etc.)
    • – Aptitude tests (numerical, verbal) and interview practic
    • – Tailored support for internships, work-study programs, and graduate roles
    •  
  • 2. Careerset: An AI-driven tool providing personalized feedback on:
    • – CVs and cover letters
    • – Matching job offers to your profile
    • – Optimizing your LinkedIn presence
  • 3. Career Explorer: 17 practical e-learning modules (approx. 50 mins each) to help you:
    • – Develop self-awareness and define career goals
    • – Master internship/job search strategies
    • – Prepare for workplace integration and long-term success

Our Career Services team also provides one-on-one coaching to align your internship with your career aspirations, ensuring you gain the skills and connections needed to thrive globally.

Meet the companies

Through company visits and close collaboration with industry leaders, students gain firsthand exposure to real supply chain environments. These partnerships allow participants to understand current challenges, explore best practices, and build professional connections that strengthen their career prospects.

Throughout the program, students interact directly with top organizations through conferences, workshops, and networking events. These exchanges provide valuable insights into purchasing and supply chain roles, recruitment expectations, and emerging trends in the sector.

Qualification obtained

For holders of a 3-year bachelor’s degree:

You will obtain a double degree, Master of Science degree and the “Diplôme d’études supérieures en Management Stratégique International” (an official diploma accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.)

For holders of a 4-year bachelor’s degree:

  • You will obtain a double degree, Master of Science degree and the “Diploma of Specialised Studies in International Management” (an official diploma accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation).

FAQ

  1. The program covers corporate finance, financial markets, financial analysis and valuation, risk management, banking regulation, investment strategies, and international finance. Students also explore emerging topics such as fintech innovation and sustainable finance.

The program can be completed in one or two years. The 2-year track starts with an International Pre-Master year to build a solid foundation in management, followed by the specialization year. Courses are led entirely online. The 1-year track is a direct entry into the specialization year, which runs from September to March with courses, followed by a 6-month internship and the master dissertation. Courses are taught on Paris campus.

  1. The MSc Banking & International Finance integrates academic rigor with strong industry exposure through financial case studies, consulting missions with corporate partners, guest lectures from finance professionals, and internships.
  1. The Soft Skills Certificate ensures you graduate not only with technical expertise but also with the soft skills employers value most, making you outstand in competitive job markets. Through this mandatory module you will develop creative thinking, critical leadership and adaptive and agile communication skills.
  1. Of course. A six-month internship is a key component of the MSc Finance program and represents an important step toward launching a successful career in finance. TBS Education provides you with comprehensive support to secure high-value placements, such as exclusive corporate; job teaser toolbox; personalized one-to-one coaching; career fairs and networking events.