Theses
The chairs of the Finance, Banking & Insurance focus area offer Bachelor’s and Master’s students the opportunity to write their thesis on a topic within the research fields of the focus area. You will find all the relevant information regarding the application process and the preparation of theses on the following page or here.
For all academic papers, the Finance, Banking & Insurance focus area places great importance on adhering to academic standards and following formal guidelines. Writing an academic paper often raises many questions. To help you get started with academic writing, the Finance, Banking & Insurance focus area provides a central information page with instructions and guidelines for writing an academic paper.
The published regulations apply to seminar papers, Bachelor's theses, and Master's theses. In addition to a guide on the required formalities, you will find tips on literature and data research, an introduction to proper citation, and information on how the focus area handles plagiarism. Those who wish to write an empirical paper should also check the “Stata Help Desk” section. Here, you will find introductory information on how to use Stata, the preferred statistics software in the focus area.
Application Process
If you wish to write your thesis at one of our chairs, it is important to familiarize yourself in good time with the procedures for obtaining a thesis placement. While we can offer all BWL (Business Administration) students in the Bachelor's program a place, such a guarantee is not available at the Master’s level. Please take this into account when planning your studies. Detailed information about the application process can be found via the links below.
Bachelor's Thesis Application Process
Bachelor's theses:
Applications for Bachelor's thesis placements are only possible once per year at a fixed deadline. The application deadline is usually at the end of June or the beginning of July. Please familiarize yourself with the process and exact deadline in good time.
Application for Bachelor's Thesis Placements
MSc Studies Master's theses:
Applications for Master's thesis placements are possible four times a year, at the end of each quarter. The capacity for Master's theses in the Finance, Banking & Insurance focus area is limited. Be sure to apply in a timely manner.