Vlerick’s Masters in Financial Management strengthens its position among the world’s best 

Our CFA-accredited programme combines deep expertise in corporate finance with the management skills needed to thrive in today’s business world. This year, we welcomed 65 students from 17 nationalities to the programme. 

Programme Director, Prof Dr Wouter De Maeseneire, says: “We’re delighted to once again be recognised among the world’s top 15 finance programmes. This ranking reflects the programme’s quality and our ongoing commitment to staying ahead of developments in business and finance. We’re particularly pleased to see how highly our alumni rate the programme for helping them achieve their goals.” 

Career support that makes a difference 

The programme continues to stand out for the impact it has on students’ careers - ranking 5^th worldwide for career services and 6^th for the strength of our alumni network. Graduates also see strong returns on their investment, with the programme ranking 16^th worldwide for value for money.

Wendy Lisarde, Career Advisor for the Masters in Financial Management, says: “Our students are ambitious and internationally minded. Many go on to careers in corporate finance, investment banking, strategy consulting and private equity, with leading companies in Brussels, Amsterdam and London. Through personalised coaching, assessment training and close connections with employers and alumni, we help our students take their next leap with confidence.”

Prof Dr Wouter De Maeseneire adds: “The programme is intensive and challenging. In a short period of time, students learn to work efficiently, deliver high-quality results and perform under pressure – skills that help them progress quickly in their careers. Several courses are taught by experienced practitioners, ensuring that what students learn is closely connected to the realities of today’s business world. In the final two months, they apply what they’ve learned to a business consultancy project, providing recommendations to the company and making a tangible impact.” 

Developing responsible finance leaders 

The programme also performs strongly on sustainability. It ranks 24^th worldwide for the proportion of the curriculum dedicated to environmental, social and governance (ESG) topics and climate solutions that support organisations on their path to net zero. 

Vlerick’s broader commitment to sustainability is also recognised. We have climbed from 12^th to 4^th worldwide for carbon footprint - reflecting our ambition to reach net zero emissions and our commitment to embedding sustainability across the school.