Master of International Trade & Finance (MITF) (European & US accreditations)
Geneva, Switzerland
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
09 Apr 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
19 May 2025
TUITION FEES
CHF 36,400 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance learning, On-Campus
* application fee: 150 CHF
Introduction
The newest master’s program offered by IIG in response to the growing demand for a combination of specializations in both International Trade and Finance.
Designed for careers in International Economic and Commercial Relations.
This increased demand was called for by the international employment sectors and students who would like to pursue and progress in their careers at international trade organizations, diplomatic services, chambers of commerce, and the financial sectors. The (MITF) is a high-standard program that provides a comprehensive introduction to practical aspects of successful Trade & Investment Promotion, Corporate Governance and International Negotiations combined with an understanding of the technical aspects of Risk Management, Financial Accounting, and Project Management. The MITF offers an understanding of Global Economics and Corporate Finance techniques and keeps students up to date with the latest developments in FinTech and the Digital Transformation world. The program includes visits to major international trade and financial organizations in Switzerland.
Key Benefits
- Learning in a dynamic environment in Switzerland with a multicultural student body and faculty working in international economic and commercial relations
- Providing knowledge and skills to assess major trade issues, draft policy documents, and negotiate for government, international organizations, or the corporate sector
- Exploring economic and commercial decision-making, current and future trade issues and developments
- Gaining insight into world trade, international finance, and trade promotion strategies from national and regional to a global level
Curriculum
Program Details
In addition to core international trade courses, with a focus on world trade and international finance, trade organizations and statistics, trade policy and promotion strategies, commercial law, and economic diplomacy, the Master of International Trade curriculum trains young professionals for decision-making positions with courses in foreign policy and geoeconomics, international commercial law and corporate social responsibility, executive communication, and cross-cultural negotiations.
The Master of International Trade is comprised of 10 courses taken over one year.
Year 1
Trimester 1
- ECO 610 - Global Economics
- TRA 610 - Trade and Investment Promotion
- MGT 657 - Logistics and Project Management
- FIN 625 - Financial Reporting and Analysis
- RES 100 A: Introduction to Research
Trimester 2
- TRA 660: International Trade Law and Politics
- FIN 645: Corporate Finance and Risk Management
- NEG 620: Negotiation and Communication Skills
- MGT 620: Change Management and ESG
- RES 100 B: Research Planning and Preparation
Trimester 3
- TRA 698 – International Trade and Finance in the Age of Digitalisation (Thesis)
Career Opportunities
MIT graduates can go on to careers in marketing, management, and project management in multinationals, family businesses, governments and international organizations.
You have access to a Career Counselor who provides one-on-one career advising, job search support, and coaching.
Rankings
Ranked among the top ten business schools in Switzerland, the International Institute in Geneva (IUG) is an accredited academic institution specializing in business education.
Our MITF is ranked N°20 in the world by Hinrich Foundation (2024) and N°29 in the world by QS University ranking (2023).