Master’s Studies

The Handbook contains study plans, which are binding for students in terms of course structure (depending on the academic year of enrolment). It also includes information on the start of studies, useful links and guidance on student dormitories and working with the InSIS information system, as well as answers to frequently asked questions from new students.

MIFA students study compulsory courses during the 1^st and 2^nd semester of the programme.

The schedule is fixed, organized in study blocks – each semester is divided into 2 study blocks, each of 6 weeks. Each study block ends with examination period.

Students choose a track which they want to follow in the second year of the MIFA programme: Double Degree programme or continue studying at FFA VŠE.

In the 3^rd semester students take Project (6 ECTS) course and choose one of the following (24 ECTS):

• Elective courses
• Erasmus+ Exchange
• Internship

In the 4^th semester students choose mandatory-elective courses and focus on Master’s Theses.

Students selected for a Double Degree programme study the second year at one of our partner Universities:

• Otto-Friedrich University of Bamberg
• Univestié catholique de Louvain
• University of Porto
• University of Vassa

Students may apply for Double Degree programmes. Students are selected based on their performance.

Study 1st year at VŠE / MIFA.
Study 2nd year at a Partner University.

Obtain 2 Diplomas!

During your studies, you can go abroad (both at the bachelor’s and follow-up master’s level), either for a semester or for shorter study stays. Many courses completed abroad can be recognised as part of your study plan.

Internships are part of some study programmes. Many of our students work during their studies and gain relevant professional experience, which is often reflected in their final theses. Study programme

Study programmes are regularly consulted with the Alumni Board and Faculty corporate partners to ensure they reflect employers’ requirements.

Join one of the student clubs or take part in faculty activities. Enrich your studies with these experiences, make lifelong friends, and gain experience valued by employers.

Basic Information

In your Diploma thesis, you will work on a specialised topic under the supervision of your thesis supervisor, with whom you will consult your work on an ongoing basis. The thesis defence takes place as part of the final state examination. You choose your topic, prepare and submit the thesis. The Diploma thesis is a compulsory component of your studies.

Choosing a Topic

You may choose from topics listed in InSIS or propose your own, ideally in agreement with your intended supervisor.

Supervisor and Opponent

Your supervisor must be affiliated with one of the departments of the faculty.
Choose your supervisor (if not already assigned) and register your topic. Be sure to indicate that it is a Diploma thesis, provide an expected defence date (month/year), and specify your chosen topic. If you change your topic or supervisor, you must select a new one.
If a topic in InSIS already has a designated supervisor, it is sufficient to register for a topic with available capacity. Students do not select the opponent.

Thesis Assignment

After agreeing on the topic with your supervisor, the thesis assignment is created in InSIS. The assignment must be approved electronically, then by the department head.
The assignment must be completed no later than 6 months before the planned defence date; it is recommended that it be finalised by the end of October.

Thesis Preparation and Faculty Template

The thesis template helps you meet all formal requirements and facilitates formatting and structure. The recommended length of a Diploma thesis is 50–70 standard pages (depending on the topic/form). Citations should follow the CIKS VŠE guidelines.

Submission of the Thesis

After approval by the supervisor, submit the thesis electronically via InSIS no later than 21 days before the defence date. The submission is considered final once it is uploaded and its correct insertion is confirmed. After submission, the thesis cannot be modified. A printed version must be submitted to the programme coordinator no later than five working days before the defence date (according to office hours).

Supervisor’s and Opponent’s Reports

The supervisor and the opponent prepare their evaluations in a unified format in InSIS. These reports will be available at least three working days before the defence.
Familiarise yourself with the reports and prepare responses to the questions raised.

Thesis Defence

The defence takes place as part of the Final State Examination.
Use the recommended thesis presentation template. Its structure is recommended.

• Corporate Finance
• Business Valuation
• International Finance

Accounting

• Intermediate Accounting
• Performance Management
• Audit and Assurance

The full list of topics is available here: Final State Exams Topics

The graduation ceremony is a formal event at which you receive your bachelor’s diploma. Attendance at the ceremony is not mandatory, but students usually attend together with their family members.
The invitation to the ceremony is published by the study department on the faculty website approximately 2–4 weeks in advance. The date of the ceremony is specified in the official schedule.

You can find more useful information including contacts and answers to frequently asked questions on the FFA website.