FACULTY OF LAW, ECONOMICS AND FINANCE Career Goal: Law, Economics, Finance and Innovation Our Masters Degrees
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD 1 ABOUT THE FACULTY OF LAW, ECONOMICS AND FINANCE 2 ALUMNI 4 LL.M. STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LUXEMBOURG 6 LL.M. PROGRAMMES FIRST YEAR 8 MASTER EN DROIT ET CONTENTIEUX DE L UNION EUROPÉENNE (LL.M.) 9 MASTER EN DROIT BANCAIRE ET FINANCIER EUROPÉEN (LL.M.) 10 MASTER IN EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL CRIMINAL LAW (LL.M.) 11 MASTER IN EUROPEAN AND INTERNATIONAL TAX LAW (LL.M.) 12 MASTER IN EUROPEAN PRIVATE LAW (LL.M.) 13 MASTER IN SPACE, COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA LAW (LL.M.) 14 MASTER IN ECONOMICS AND FINANCE 15 MASTER IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION 16 MASTER IN ACCOUNTING AND AUDIT 17 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BANKING AND FINANCE 18 MASTER IN WEALTH MANAGEMENT 19 MASTER IN LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 20 OUR RESEARCH 22 THE UNIVERSITY OF LUXEMBOURG AT A GLANCE 24 FACULTY PARTNERS 27 CONTACT 27 ACCREDITATION & QUALITY ASSURANCE Five accredited Master programmes Financial Times Innovative Law School Member of the EMOS Network ISO certified administration
FOREWORD Dear prospective student, In this course catalogue, you will find detailed information about the Master s degree programmes offered by the University of Luxembourg s Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance as well as information about student life, study abroad opportunities and more. Prof. Katalin Ligeti Dean of the Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance Luxembourg is home to an international financial centre, a vibrant business community and an active start-up scene. In addition, it is one of the European Union s capitals, with several EU institutions based in the country. Study at the University of Luxembourg and benefit from an international and multilingual teaching environment, small class sizes with individual supervision, internships, professional speakers and practical teaching, designed to help you succeed once you graduate. Your time as a student should be one of growth, learning and discovery. Our student mobility opportunities will allow you to study at one of our many partner universities across Europe and around the globe. We encourage you to widen your horizon and gain a new perspective on your field of study. With a growing student community, the Office of Student Life supports several student-run clubs and associations. You can also take advantage of the numerous leisure activities offered through the University, from sports to arts and crafts, and language classes. All this set against the rich history of Luxembourg, a small country with a lot to discover. Join the University of Luxembourg a young, international university at the heart of Europe. We look forward to welcoming you! Katalin Ligeti Dean Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance 1
ABOUT THE FACULTY OF LAW, ECONOMICS AND FINANCE The Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance (FDEF) offers three Bachelor programmes, six Master programmes and six Masters of Laws (LL.M.) as well as several continuing education courses. It also includes the Doctoral School of Law and the Doctoral School in Economics and Finance. Over 2,500 students from 90 different nationalities are enrolled at the Faculty. With an international team of researchers and academic staff, the Faculty is firmly connected with the Luxembourg financial centre, local industry and the European institutions, while also fostering a growing network of partners across the globe. 3 Bachelor programmes 6 Master programmes 6 Masters of Laws (LL.M.) 2,500 students 90 different nationalities STUDENTS (2016/2017 ACADEMIC YEAR) 2,569 OVERALL 1,120 Bachelor 575 Master 96 PhD 778 Professional 1,120 BACHELOR 369 Economics & Management 384 Management 367 Law 575 MASTER 46 Accounting & Audit 114 Banking & Finance 105 Economics & Finance 41 Entrepreneurship & Innovation 197 Law 72 Wealth Management FDEF students make up more than 1/3 of all University of Luxembourg students 90 student nationalities Half of Bachelor students from Luxembourg Quarter of Master students non-eu 2
ACADEMIC STAFF (As of 15 June 2017) 58 Professors & Associate Professors 19 different nationalities 27 % 73 % STAFF 37 Professors 2 Senior Professors 19 Associate Professors 55 PhD candidates 29 Post-docs 3 Research Associates 9 Research Assistants 43 Administrative Staff TOTAL 197 Plus Canada, China, India, South Africa, U.S.A. INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS COOPERATION AGREEMENTS WITH UNIVERSITIES AROUND THE WORLD CA USA PRC INDIA RUS MALI BRA UNIVERSITÉ LAVAL UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA YORK UNIVERSITY, OSGOODE HALL LAW SCHOOL TH CHULALONGKORN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY, WILLIAM & MARY LAW SCHOOL COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, COLUMBIA LAW SCHOOL NEW YORK UNIVERSITY, STERN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA CHAMPAIGN UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE, LOUIS D. BRANDEIS SCHOOL OF LAW UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO, SCHOOL OF LAW PEKING UNIVERSITY RENMIN UNIVERSITY OF CHINA & RENMIN LAW SCHOOL SHANDONG UNIVERSITY TONGJI UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT UKR YAROSLAW MUDRYI NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY GREAT LAKES INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT NATIONAL LAW SCHOOL OF INDIA UNIVERSITY NATIONAL RESEARCH UNIVERSITY HIGHER SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS Plus partner universities across Europe and extensive network of Erasmus agreements UNIVERSITÉ DES SCIENCES JURIDIQUES ET POLITIQUES DE BAMAKO UNIVERSITÉ DES SCIENCES SOCIALES ET DE GESTION DE BAMAKO SIN SINGAPORE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF SÃO PAULO IBMEC INSPER LAO NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LAOS 3
ALUMNI STAY CONNECTED! GET INVOLVED! GIVE BACK! Completing your studies does not mean your connection with the University of Luxembourg has to stop too. You can join a growing alumni network upon graduation, keep in touch and gain access to our offer of alumni benefits. ANNUAL NETWORKING EVENT By signing up to the Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance s alumni network, you will receive an invitation to our annual networking reception. This event brings together our private and public sector partners with current students and graduates. The event will also be a chance to catch up with your former professors. LINKEDIN GROUP Alumni can sign up to the Faculty s alumni group on LinkedIn University of Luxembourg Alumni FDEF for professional networking and to receive updates about news, events and job opportunities. RESOURCES As a graduate, you have access to library resources as well as conferences and events hosted by the Faculty and the University. You can also sign up to assist us in promoting our programmes, for example during the University s Open Day. Crédit photo: Eric Chenal Contact For more information about our alumni services, please contact fdef-alumni@uni.lu Web: wwwen.uni.lu/fdef/alumni or wwwen.uni.lu/alumni 4
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LL.M. STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LUXEMBOURG 6 outstanding LL.M. specialisations Master en Droit et Contentieux de l Union Européenne (LL.M.) Master en Droit Bancaire et Financier Européen (LL.M.) Master in European Economic and Financial Criminal Law (LL.M.) Master in European and International Tax Law (LL.M.) Master in European Private Law (LL.M.) Master in Space, Communication and Media Law (LL.M.) Why study for an LL.M. at the University of Luxembourg? All our LL.M. programmes are: oriented towards European law, with a common first year and a highly specialised second year. taught in French and English, with opportunities for students to acquire professional language skills and a competitive advantage in a globalised working environment. taught in small class sizes that ensure practical and personalised teaching by distinguished academic staff of the Research Unit in Law, supported by judges, legal practitioners and other professionals from the field. modularised, allowing incoming exchange students to shape their learning agreement by combining select courses from different Master programmes. Our LL.M. students can: take part in international moot court competitions to gain practical experience and recognition. Clinical teaching is integrated into some of the programmes. study a semester abroad at one of partner schools, for example in the US, Canada, Russia, Brazil, China and India. benefit from numerous internship opportunities through our programmes, as well as excellent career paths in Luxembourg. We offer: a unique multilingual and multicultural approach, reflected in the international student body and faculty. a study experience in close vicinity of major European Union institutions, such as the Court of Justice of the European Union, as well as a leading international financial centre, with students benefitting from numerous partnerships in teaching and research. 6
Career opportunities You will find our graduates working in European institutions, national governments, banking and finance institutions, as members of the judiciary or in law firms. Structure of studies Enter into the first year (M1): All LL.M. programmes share a common first year. Applicants who have successfully completed three years of studies amounting to 180 ECTS (typically a Bachelor in law or equivalent studies) are eligible to apply for the common first year. The programme of the first year (semesters one and two) offers a solid common basis in European and international law. Among the courses offered in semester one, six courses correspond to the second year LL.M. specialisations. Students are required to choose their second year specialisation at the end of semester one. The choice between the optional seminars of semester two will be guided by the study directors of the second year. In order to be admitted to the second year students need to have completed the first year (M1 / 60ECTS). Enter into the second year (M2): Students can enter directly into the second year of an LL.M. programme (M2) with the goal of obtaining an LL.M. degree. This requires the successful completion of four years of studies amounting to 240 ECTS, typically by having obtained a Master degree in law or equivalent studies including courses in European law. Students will be admitted upon decision of an admissions committee. LL.M. Listing in Financial Times Innovative Law Schools Report since 2011 Since 2011, the Financial Times (FT) features the University of Luxembourg and its LL.M. programmes in the annual edition of the famous FT Innovative Law Schools report. http://rankings.ft.com/lawschools/rankings 7
LL.M. PROGRAMMES FIRST YEAR A joint first year for all six programmes The first year offers a solid basis in European law and prepares students for the different specialisations offered in the second year of LL.M. studies (M2). The Master 1 Explores all six specialisations offered in the second year, Includes advanced classes on institutional and substantive EU law, Offers specialised seminars on specific aspects of EU law, Highlights the international and transnational context of European law, Takes a global approach to today s challenges for European law. The curriculum consists of general and specialised mandatory classes and is complemented by elective seminars. The classes are grouped in to the following modules: Fundamentals of EU law Competition and internal market law Specialisations in European law International and transnational context International and European human rights protection Current issues of European and international law Duration Teaching languages Moot court competitions Enrolments Tuition fee Entry requirements Course director Contact Web 2 semesters / 60 ECTS Upon completion of the first year of the Master (M1), students will have the necessary prerequisites to enrol in one of the six specialisations offered in the second year. Students choose their specialisation at the end of the first semester, following completion of six mandatory courses covering the six LL.M. programmes available. The programme is taught bilingually in French and English, reflecting the international and multilingual nature of Luxembourg and its University. During their studies, students are strongly encouraged to participate in international moot court competitions as an alternative to one course per module. 50 for the M1 200 / semester Bachelor or Licence in law or a similar degree equivalent to 3 years of studies (180 ECTS). Selection by a scientific committee on the basis of the application dossier. Associate Prof. Silvia Allegrezza First year European Law silvia.allegrezza@uni.lu Diana Avram T. + 352 / 46 66 44-5561 // llm-m1@uni.lu www.llm-m1.uni.lu Detailed information on each specialisation (M2) follows on the next pages. 8
MASTER EN DROIT ET CONTENTIEUX DE L UNION EUROPÉENNE (LL.M.) The Master is designed to equip students with in-depth knowledge and experience of substantive, institutional and procedural law of the European Union. The programme is based on a method of active learning through critical analysis of case-law combined with the study of EU procedural law. It covers: the analysis of a wide spectrum of EU law, European constitutional, administrative and regulatory law, especially European economic law and the law related to the internal market, as well as specific matters of EU law, such as employment, immigration or external relations law, in-depth study of specific procedural rules and remedies, the analysis of the role of the national judge and the relationship between the Court of Justice of the European Union and the international judge. This Master benefits from the proximity of EU institutions and bodies, namely the Court of Justice of the European Union, as well as services of the European Parliament and the European Commission but also the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Court, and the European Investment Bank. Judges, legal secretaries and practitioners are involved in teaching and highly interesting opportunities for internships are offered. Degree Duration and entry requirements Teaching languages Career opportunities Tuition fee Course director Contact Web Master en Droit et Contentieux de l Union Européenne LL.M. (Académique) 1-year LL.M. programme (total of 2 semesters / 60 ECTS): Students applying for the Master en Droit et Contentieux de l Union Européenne can enter directly into the second year of the Master programme (M2) with the goal of obtaining an LL.M. degree. This requires the successful completion of four years of studies amounting to 240 ECTS, typically by having obtained a Master degree in law or equivalent studies including courses in European law. Students will be admitted upon decision of an admissions committee. English and French Students will be prepared for employment opportunities at the European institutions, national administrations, law firms and the private sector. The Master en Droit et Contentieux de l Union Européenne also provides a springboard for further academic studies at PhD-level. 200 / semester Prof. Eleftheria Neframi eleftheria.neframi@uni.lu Diana Avram T. + 352 / 46 66 44-5561 // llm-contentieux@uni.lu www.llm-contentieux.uni.lu 9
MASTER EN DROIT BANCAIRE ET FINANCIER EUROPÉEN (LL.M.) The Master en Droit Bancaire et Financier Européen is one of the premier programmes in this field offered in continental Europe. It focuses on the study of three essential pillars banking law, securities and capital markets law, and investment funds law in the framework of European Union law, Luxembourg law and comparative law. The teaching team includes academics and renowned practitioners, specialised in banking and financial law. Making use of modern and interactive teaching methods, blending individual study and team work, the programme combines the acquisition of basic concepts in the first semester and their practical application in the second semester through case-based learning developed by practitioners. The first semester of the M2 is joint for all students in this specialisation, allowing students to obtain and master the basics of the three pillars of European banking and financial law. In the second semester, the M2 is split into two tracks. The general track aims to deepen and put into practice acquired knowledge, in particular in Luxembourg law and in comparative banking and financial law. The investment fund track offers students further specialisation in this field through the in-depth study of Luxembourg investment funds law, the different types of investment funds, but also a number of specific aspects (taxation, criminal law, rules of conduct etc.), and insights into comparative investment funds law and portfolio management. Degree Duration and entry requirements Teaching language Career opportunities Tuition fee Course director Contact Web Master en Droit Bancaire et Financier Européen (LL.M.) (Académique) 1-year LL.M. programme (total of 2 semesters / 60 ECTS): Students applying for the Master en Droit Bancaire et Financier Européen can enter directly into the second year of the Master programme (M2) with the goal of obtaining an LL.M. degree. This requires the successful completion of four years of studies amounting to 240 ECTS, typically by having obtained a Master degree in law or equivalent studies including courses in European law. Students will be admitted upon decision of an admissions committee. English and French Graduates from the Master en Droit Bancaire et Financier Européen can pursue employment in legal careers in the banking and financial sector (banks, financial service providers, regulatory bodies, etc.), the insurance sector or the fund industry. They can also find employment in law firms, European banking and financial institutions or national administrations. The Master en Droit Bancaire et Financier Européen also allows students fulfilling the required conditions to continue their studies at PhD level. 200 / semester Prof. Isabelle Riassetto isabelle.riassetto@uni.lu Cathy Gillard T. + 352 / 46 66 44-6202 // llm-banking@uni.lu www.llm-banking.uni.lu 10
MASTER IN EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL CRIMINAL LAW (LL.M.) This LL.M. offers students a unique opportunity to explore the fast-growing field of European criminal law with a special emphasis on economic and financial criminal law. The programme consists of six successive modules, providing students with an in-depth view into several key aspects of European criminal law, comprising the following areas of European criminal law: regulation and enforcement within the EU, European criminal law and criminal procedure, corporate criminal law and compliance, judicial cooperation and the European law enforcement agencies. In the second semester, each student prepares a Master thesis and participates in an internship, through which he or she will have the opportunity to further expand his or her skills by applying the acquired knowledge to real-life situations. Courses are taught by leading scholars and practitioners, including judges from the Court of Justice of the European Union, EU officials, and partners of leading law firms. Degree Duration and entry requirements Teaching languages Career opportunities Tuition fee Course directors LL.M. in European Economic and Financial Criminal Law (Académique) 1-year LL.M. programme (total of 2 semesters / 60 ECTS): Students applying for the Master in European Economic and Financial Criminal Law can enter directly into the second year of the Master programme (M2) with the goal of obtaining an LL.M. degree. This requires the successful completion of four years of studies amounting to 240 ECTS, typically by having obtained a Master degree in law or equivalent studies including courses in European law. Students will be admitted upon decision of an admissions committee. English and French This LL.M. provides students with a competitive edge to successfully enter the rapidly expanding field of European economic and financial criminal law in Luxembourg or abroad, for example as a compliance expert, white-collar crime lawyer or EU official. Moreover, the programme can also be a springboard for further academic studies at PhD-level. 200 / semester Prof. Katalin Ligeti katalin.ligeti@uni.lu Deputy Course director Prof. Silvia Allegrezza silvia.allegrezza@uni.lu Contact Web Nadège Meyer-Hamy T. + 352 / 46 66 44-6226 // llm-criminal@uni.lu www.llm-criminal.uni.lu 11
MASTER IN EUROPEAN AND INTERNATIONAL TAX LAW (LL.M.) This highly-specialised LL.M. prepares graduates to become leaders in their respective areas of tax expertise be that in a private law practice or accounting firm, in government administration, in the judiciary, or in academia. Students will be prepared to master the general principles of tax law in order to be able to work with new or unfamiliar legal rules, and to successfully recognise issues arising in new taxing jurisdictions, in this everchanging field. Additionally, students will learn to make use of the extensive Luxembourg tax treaty network and gain first-hand exposure to real tax issues and the jurisprudence of the Court of Justice of the European Union. This programme puts a particular emphasis on the interaction of tax treaty law with domestic tax law, as well as the effects of primary and secondary EU law on domestic tax rules. During the course, students work on several case studies under the supervision of leading tax law firms and participate in research projects organised by the ATOZ Chair for European and International Taxation. Degree Duration and entry requirements Teaching language Career opportunities Tuition fee Course director Contact Web LL.M. in European and International Tax Law (Académique) 1-year LL.M. programme (total of 2 semesters / 60 ECTS): Students applying for the Master in European and International Tax Law can enter directly into the second year of the Master programme (M2) with the goal of obtaining an LL.M. degree. This requires the successful completion of four years of studies amounting to 240 ECTS, typically by having obtained a Master degree in law or equivalent studies including courses in European law and tax law. Students will be admitted upon decision of an admissions committee. English and French Students will be prepared for employment opportunities in the legal tax and advisory sector, financial or law firms, national administrations, and European and international institutions. The Master in European and International Tax Law also provides a springboard for further academic studies at PhD-level. 200 / semester ATOZ Chair for European and International Taxation Prof. Werner Haslehner werner.haslehner@uni.lu Laurence Jouvenaux T. + 352 / 46 66 44-6368 // llm-tax@uni.lu www.llm-tax.uni.lu 12
MASTER IN EUROPEAN PRIVATE LAW (LL.M.) The Master in European Private Law is among the most innovative Master programmes in EU law. It focuses on the Europeanisation of private law sectors, covering key issues and allowing students to understand how national legislation on private law will evolve in the future. The first semester is devoted to deepening the understanding of European integration and the interaction between EU law and national legal systems, followed by classes on the areas of private law that have been deeply Europeanised (company, labour, intellectual property, and banking and financial law). The second semester is dedicated to legal areas where the influence of European law is indirect but vivid (contract and tort law, law of family and persons, and procedural law). Students are trained to evaluate legal issues in a unique way, encouraging analysis that goes beyond national jurisdictions in order to draw upon European legal sources, and to propose more innovative solutions. Private law is explored through case methods combined with a presentation of the relevant legal provisions. The programme mixes theoretical and practical approaches with students taught how to write memoranda and critical reviews of legislative documents and scholarly doctrines, as well as how to organise various legal events. Students can further deepen their practical experience through monthly workshops with practitioners, a mandatory internship and by benefitting from the clinical programme offered by the Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance Clinique du Droit (Consumer Law Clinic) where they meet real clients with real problems. Degree Duration and entry requirements Teaching languages Career opportunities Tuition fee Course directors LL.M. in European Private Law (Académique) 1 year LL.M. programme (total of 2 semesters / 60 ECTS): Students applying for the Master in European Private Law can enter directly into the second year of the Master programme (M2) with the goal of obtaining an LL.M. degree. This requires the successful completion of four years of studies amounting to 240 ECTS, typically by having obtained a Master degree in law or equivalent studies including courses in European law. Students will be admitted upon decision of an admissions committee. English and French Students will be prepared for employment opportunities in national administrations, the European institutions, law firms, the judiciary, banks and financial institutions, or as notaries. The Master in European Private Law also provides a springboard for further academic studies at PhD-level. 200 / semester Prof. Elise Poillot elise.poillot@uni.lu Deputy Course director Prof. Isabelle Corbisier isabelle.corbisier@uni.lu Contact Web Cathy Gillard T. + 352 / 46 66 44-202 // llm-private-law@uni.lu www.llm-private-law.uni.lu 13
MASTER IN SPACE, COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA LAW (LL.M.) The Master in Space, Communication and Media Law combines a range of courses on space law, communication law, media law, e-commerce law and intellectual property law. It covers these areas on international, European and national level. Over the course of the programme, students acquire complete expertise in the regulatory aspects of space, communication, ICT and media law within an exciting and rapidly developing field, reacting to the increased digitalisation of business and private life. The programme equips students with essential theoretical, practical and analytical skills to excel in the fast-paced legal world of a continuously evolving field. It provides ample opportunities for development in the public and private sector, as well as in academia. International academic partnerships, cooperation with partners in the private and public sector and teaching by academics and practitioners, from within and outside of Luxembourg ensure a vibrant exchange as well as relevant experience for students, both in class, visits and internships. Degree Duration and entry requirements Teaching language Career opportunities Tuition fee Course director LL.M. in Space, SatCom and Media Law (Académique) 1-year LL.M. programme (total of 2 semesters / 60 ECTS): Students applying for the Master in Space, Communication and Media Law can enter directly into the second year of the Master programme (M2) with the goal of obtaining an LL.M. in Space, SatCom and Media Law. This requires the successful completion of four years of studies amounting to 240 ECTS, typically by having obtained a Master degree in law or equivalent studies including courses in European and/or public international law. Students will be admitted upon decision of an admissions committee. English and French Opportunities for professional development are plenty: whether in the private, public/sector or in academia. The Master in Space, Communication and Media Law is an ideal choice for law graduates, lawyers and even engineers and IT specialists, seeking to equip themselves with the skills and knowledge to formulate and apply law in the digital society and in relation to space/ satellite communications issues. The vast majority of our graduates finds employment directly after completing the Master, for example pursuing a PhD or a bar exam course, or seeking interesting opportunities with locally-based specialised companies, such as SES and Amazon, or law firms and organisations based in Luxembourg, the EU or overseas. There is also a demand for specialised lawyers in governmental and international organisations with this background. 200 / semester Prof. Mark Cole mark.cole@uni.lu Deputy course director Prof. Mahulena Hofmann mahulena.hofmann@uni.lu 14 Contact Web Diana Avram T. + 352 / 46 66 44-5561 // llm-space-media@uni.lu llm-space-media.uni.lu www.satcomlaw.lu
MASTER IN ECONOMICS AND FINANCE This Master s programme targets students wishing to obtain a comprehensive and sound education in economics and finance. The programme emphasises the complementary nature of economic and financial theory, quantitative methods, and their applications to policy questions in economics, finance, and business. The goal is to familiarise students with the tools and findings established and used in modern applied research. This is a four-semester programme for full-time students. The first year of courses focuses on core topics in economics and finance. For their second year, students may choose between a traditional track and a research track. The former includes the option of an internship whereas the latter requires a Master thesis. Degree Duration Teaching languages Enrolments Tuition fee Entry requirements Course directors Contact Web Master - Traditional Track (Professionnel) or Master - Research Track (Académique) 24 months (full-time) First year and Traditional Track : French, English Research Track : English Traditional Track : 30 Research Track : 20 200 / semester Completed 3-year studies (Bachelor / 180 ECTS) in economics, business and management, applied mathematics or equivalent. Applicants with completed 4-year studies (Master / 240 ECTS) may be directly admitted to the second year. Students are selected on the basis of their application dossier. Associate Prof. Jean-Daniel Guigou Associate Prof. Benteng Zou Prof. Gautam Tripathi Master 1 Traditional Track Research Track jean-daniel.guigou@uni.lu benteng.zou@uni.lu gautam.tripathi@uni.lu Laurence Jouvenaux fdef-mef@uni.lu T. + 352 / 46 66 44-6490 www.mef.uni.lu The Master in Economics and Finance is part of the European Master of Official Statistics (EMOS) network. The programme is supported by Luxembourg national statistics institute STATEC. 15
MASTER IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION The Master in Entrepreneurship and Innovation provides students with the knowledge and skills required to generate ideas and entrepreneurial solutions, bridging the gap between what is in the present and what should be in the future. With entrepreneurship and innovation activities increasingly important for societies and economies worldwide, the programme balances theory and practical know-how, drawing on concepts and knowledge from different disciplines, and integrating these concepts with the experience of daily business practice. As a student of the Master in Entrepreneurship and Innovation you will: Acquire entrepreneurial and innovative knowledge Develop management and leadership skills Learn how to successfully start a business Get exposure to the Luxembourg entrepreneurship ecosystem, including internship and job opportunities Join a young, dynamic university with an international student body and teaching staff Duration Teaching languages Enrolments Tuition fee Entry requirements Course director Contact Web 4 semesters / 120 ECTS English 25 Year 1: 5,000 / Year 2: 3,000 Completed 4-year studies (Master / 240 ECTS) in political or business economics, engineering or natural sciences, law, sociology etc. Students with a Bachelor degree (180 ECTS) as well as with 3 years of professional experience may also apply. An excellent level in English is a prerequisite (minimum score of 7 in the IELTS). Students are selected on the basis of their academic record. Associate Prof. Mickaël Geraudel mickael.geraudel@uni.lu Rebecca Ferlini fdef-mei@uni.lu T. + 352 / 46 66 44-6487 www.mei.uni.lu 16
MASTER IN ACCOUNTING AND AUDIT The Master in Accounting and Audit teaches in-depth knowledge of all specialist areas relevant to accounting and audit practice, combing scientific and theoretical course content with practical experience and expertise. Taught in small groups and an interactive setting, the programme promotes independent problem-solving skills through evaluation, analysis and application of knowledge, preparing students for future academic study and the professional world alike. As part of the programme students will study the foundations of accounting and audit, and learn to apply these in real-life scenarios, complete the formation complémentaire des candidats réviseurs d entreprises or an eight-week internship at an accounting or audit firm, and follow an accredited programme that complies with European and international quality criteria and standards. The programme is a two-year full-time Master s degree targeted at students who: Aim for a career in finance, accounting or the financial management of companies Wish to obtain the professional qualification of réviseur d entreprises in Luxembourg Become an auditor in another EU member state Intend to pursue a career in research in the field of accounting and audit Degree Duration Teaching languages Enrolments Tuition fee Entry requirements Course directors Master académique 4 semesters / 120 ECTS English 25 1,600 / semester Minimum 3-year Bachelor s degree or equivalent amounting to 180 ECTS in business studies, economics, law, mathematics or a similar subject. Students must be able to demonstrate proof of written and oral English language skills at B2 level and pass a mandatory entrance exam. Associate Prof. Thomas Kaspereit thomas.kaspereit@uni.lu Deputy Course director Prof. Anke Müßig anke.muessig@uni.lu Contact Web Benjamin Ledran fdef-maa@uni.lu // T. + 352 / 46 66 44-6838 www.maa.uni.lu 17
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BANKING AND FINANCE The Master of Science in Banking and Finance offers a comprehensive curriculum encompassing both classic and more recent areas of the finance discipline as well as the principal functions of banking. The cross-functional curriculum provides a dynamic framework of analytical skills and intellectual tools, providing an integrated approach to solving complex banking and financial problems. In addition to a broad range of core courses, students may select one of three streams in which they can obtain a deeper knowledge. Students study with the Luxembourg School of Finance s permanent professors, which maintain close ties to the Luxembourg banking and financial community and engage in leading research, advancing banking and financial knowledge and practices on many fronts. In addition, a roster of invited professors from renowned finance institutes of other universities teach selected courses. The programme also includes a five-day tailor-made programme at New York University Stern School of Business. The MSc in Banking and Finance is ideally suited to students seeking a career in corporate finance, asset and wealth management, banking and related fields. Degree Duration Teaching languages Enrolments Tuition fee Entry requirements Course director Contact Web Master of Science (M.Sc.) 12 months (full-time) or 24 months (part-time) English 30 full-time and 30 part-time 17,500 for the entire programme Open to students who have completed a 4-year Bachelor s degree or equivalent (240 ECTS) or a 3-year Bachelor s degree (180 ECTS) with 3 years relevant professional experience in banking and/or finance. Students are selected on the basis of their application and interview. Prof. Thorsten Lehnert thorsten.lehnert@uni.lu Deborah Martin fdef-mbf@uni.lu T. + 352 / 46 66 44-6460 www.mbf.uni.lu 18
MASTER IN WEALTH MANAGEMENT The Master in Wealth Management (MWM) is designed to educate and train future wealth managers. The programme combines traditional finance subjects with person-, legal- and tax-centric subjects such as client relationship management, estate planning, ethics and international taxation. Graduates will be able to find jobs in private banks, foundations, family offices, consultancy firms, insurance companies, and investment firms, among others. The curriculum is made up of 27 courses, taught over short intensive periods, a week-in-residence at Singapore Management University, and an internship. The MWM was developed by the Luxembourg School of Finance (LSF) in cooperation with the Private Banking Group Luxembourg (PBGL) to meet the continuous need for talented and well-trained specialists in the continuously growing field of wealth management. Wealth managers can work for private companies, trusts, foundations or family offices, or can be independent advisors. The teaching staff includes leading academics from the University of Luxembourg and other universities, as well as industry specialists with extensive experience and networks in their subject areas. The programme is offered in a full-time and in a part-time format. Degree Duration Teaching languages Enrolments Tuition fee Entry requirements Course director Contact Web Master professionnel 2 semesters (full-time) / 60 ECTS or 4 semesters (part-time) / 60 ECTS English 30 17,500 for the entire programme Open to students who have completed a 4-year Bachelor s degree (240 ECTS) or a 3-year Bachelor s degree (180 ECTS) with 3 years relevant professional experience. Students are selected on the basis of their application and interview. Associate Prof. Jang Schiltz jang.schiltz@uni.lu Angèle Ndeye fdef-mwm@uni.lu // T. + 352 / 46 66 44-5735 www.mwm.uni.lu 19
MASTER IN LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT The Master is offered in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Boston, USA, by the Luxembourg Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LCL). Students acquire fundamental knowledge in the field of logistics and supply chain management. The programme includes a three-week study period at MIT. Throughout the academic year, students work on a Master thesis in collaboration with an industry partner company. In addition to in-class activities, students also take part in company visits to further bridge the theorypractice divide. Highlights of the programme: Join the cross-disciplinary environment at the Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance; Concentrate on analytical problem solving and supply chain management leadership skills; Experience the successful MIT supply chain management curriculum; Benefit from the MIT Global Supply Chain and Logistics Excellence (SCALE) Network; Focus on logistics, banking and finance from a Luxembourg perspective; Small class sizes and individual supervision fostering active participation by students; Intensive industry interaction opening doors for thesis research and career opportunities; Work closely with researchers and industry experts in an integrated approach. Degree Duration and entry requirements Teaching languages Career opportunities Tuition fee Course director Contact Web Master in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Professionnel) Graduates receive their Master diploma from the University of Luxembourg and a Graduate Certificate in Logistics & Supply Chain Management from the MIT Global SCALE Network. 2 semesters 60 ECTS The Master is aimed at young professionals who want to improve their performance and career prospects. In order to be eligible for the programme, the applicant needs to hold a Master s degree (or equivalent) or a 4 or 5-year Bachelor s degree (a minimum of 240 ECTS). Alternatively, candidates with a 3-year Bachelor s degree (180 ECTS) might be admitted if they have gained sufficient work experience that is deemed relevant and equivalent to the missing 60 ECTS. Professional experience is considered a strong asset. English Our Master programme prepares students for the operational and strategic role that logistics and supply chain management play in modern companies. Graduates become supply chain champions, ready to confront the challenges of a changing business world through a global approach to and analysis of supply chain problems. Examples of job titles held by SCALE Network graduates include, but are not limited to, manager of logistics, consultant, supply chain analyst, product manager, operations manager, purchasing specialist. 24,000 for full programme (scholarships available) Benny Mantin director.lcl@uni.lu Mélanie Winter T. +352 / 46 66 44-6325 // lcl-master@uni.lu lscm.uni.lu 20
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OUR RESEARCH The Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance s three research units emphasise different research areas, in line with the strategic priorities of the Faculty and the University, giving a clear focus and outlook to their activities. THE RESEARCH UNIT IN LAW (RUL) Business law Civil law Criminal law European private law European public law FinTech and digitalisation International law Philosophy of law Space, communication and media law Tax law www.uni.lu/recherche/fdef/researchunitinlaw THE CENTRE FOR RESEARCH IN ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT (CREA) Empirical methods Entrepreneurship and innovation Luxembourg Centre for Logistics & Supply Chain Management Macroeconomics and growth Regional development and globalisation Strategic interactions and organisations crea.uni.lu 22
THE LUXEMBOURG SCHOOL OF FINANCE (LSF) Asset management Banking Big data in finance Experimental finance Financial innovation and FinTech Financial institutions and regulations Risk management Wealth management and household finance lsf.uni.lu 23
THE UNIVERSITY OF LUXEMBOURG AT A GLANCE Founded in 2003, the University of Luxembourg is the first and only public university of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Multilingual, international and research-oriented, it is also a modern institution with a personal touch. At the University of Luxembourg, students and staff come from all over the world. You will study together with people from over 110 different countries. THE UNIVERSITY IN FIGURES* Ranked 179 th in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2017-2018 Ranked 11 th in the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings 2017 6,200 students 113 nationalities (students) 3,000 Bachelor students 1,500 Master students 1,000 other students 640 PhD students incl 3,200 international students 1,700 employees 250 professors, associate professors and senior lecturers 850 adjunct teaching staff 54 degree programmes 12 research units 3 faculties 3 interdisciplinary centres * September 2017 24
SERVICES FOR STUDENTS Student accommodation The University provides accommodation in different areas of Luxembourg City, Esch-sur-Alzette, Walferdange, Noertzange, and Belval. The rooms at the halls of residence are single furnished rooms with an average size of 14 m 2. seve.logement@uni.lu Sports, arts and culture Espace Cultures organises and coordinates a broad range of cultural events at the University. If you are interested in cultural activities, you can join the University Choir, the University Chamber Music Ensemble, the theatre group Edudrame or the creative dance group Dance Cluster. Espace Cultures offers European and transatlantic project collaborations, concerts, guided sightseeing tours, study trips and exhibitions. You can even get free entrance for a number of cultural events. Campus Art invites you to discover your own creativity. During art workshops, you can explore different painting techniques, experimenting with light projections or create your own art works out of clay. There are no limits to your imagination! Campus Sport organises a broad range of sport activities for students: you can take fitness classes, play football, work out at the gym, do some indoor climbing or yoga. The University of Luxembourg also has its own football team. The "Office of Student Life" organises numerous activities and offers students to get active in designing student life at the University of Luxembourg. It also supports a growing number of student associations and club. Language courses Multilingual teaching is a key asset of our University. The majority of our degrees are taught in at least two languages. To help you prepare, the University offers language courses in Luxembourgish, German, French and English at the start of each winter semester. LUXEMBOURG AT A GLANCE Official name: Grand Duchy of Luxembourg Official languages: Luxembourgish, French and German Form of government: Constitutional monarchy under the system of parliamentary democracy Capital: Luxembourg City Territory: 2,586 sq. km Total population: 590,667 (as of 1 January 2017, source: STATEC) Foreign residents: 47.7 percent (as of 1 January 2017, source: STATEC) Largest foreign communities: Portuguese, French, Italian, Belgian, German Currency: Euro Number of banks: 141 (as of 31 July 2017, source: CSSF) Number of companies: 32,635 (as of January 2016, source: STATEC) 25
LIFE IN LUXEMBOURG Five reasons to study in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg A European crossroad: situated between France, Belgium and Germany one of the European Union s capitals home to a number of European institutions A multicultural and trilingual country: around 590,000 inhabitants great population diversity with nearly 48 percent foreigners from about 170 countries official languages: Luxembourgish, French, German An attractive employment market: an international financial centre a modern economy with global industrial companies and international businesses A great offer of culture, leisure and sports: a variety of theatre plays in different languages, music, cinema, museums, festivals, events numerous outdoor sports opportunities like mountain bike trails, hiking, rock climbing, sailing, water skiing, etc. as well as indoor facilities such as aquatic centres many cafés, bars, clubs, pubs and discos, mainly located in Luxembourg City s Hollerich area, the old city centre and the Rives de Clausen as well as around the University campus in Belval Luxembourg s tourist charm: a picturesque historic city - UNESCO World heritage site Luxembourg s Little Switzerland the Ardennes castles the Moselle valley. COME AND VISIT US! The University of Luxembourg each spring organises its annual Open Day where you can meet students and staff. You can take a campus tour or visit one of our many information sessions on our degrees which take place throughout the day. Visit our website www.uni.lu for detailed information. 26
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