Banking and Finance
Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences

About Department

The Banking and Finance Study Program is designed to prepare students for successful careers in the financial sector by providing a solid foundation in banking operations, financial markets, investment analysis, and risk management. The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to help students understand the complexities of modern financial systems and global economic trends. Emphasis is placed on analytical thinking, financial decision-making, and the use of digital tools and technologies in finance. Graduates are equipped to work in banks, financial institutions, investment firms, or pursue advanced studies in finance and economics.

Available Quota: 20 students
Tuition Fee (Balkan): €3000.00/year
Tuition Fee (International): €3000.00/year
Duration: 1/year(s)
ECTs: 60

Social Sciences

Economy and Business

Finance

General Requirements
  • Candidates who have completed higher education, in accordance with Article 135, paragraph 3
  • Have achieved a minimum GPA of 7.00 from their previous higher education (first cycle studies)
  • Students should have valid test scores or pass the English proficiency exams organized by the IBU
  • Candidates who do not achieve a minimum score of 60/100 points need to attend the Preparatory School
  • Investment Banking
  • Finance advisor for Corporate Firms
  • Risk Analysis in Financial Institutions

Academic Staff

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Coordinator

Liza Alili Sulejmani

liza.alili@ibu.edu.mk

Course Plan

First Year
RMAW 590
Research methods and academic writing
Semester Fall
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Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
5.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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FIN 501
Applied financial technology
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
5.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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FIN 502
Sustainable banking and finance
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
5.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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FIN 503
Risk Management and Financial Institutions
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
5.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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SECN 506
Corporate social responsibility
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
5.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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FIN 506
Financial accounting and control
Semester Fall
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
5.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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FIN 599
Master Thesis
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
25.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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FIN 504
Investment analysis and portfolio management
Semester Spring
▼
Weekly Hours
2 + 1
ECTS Credits
5.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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