Final Theses

Application Documents

To apply for a thesis, please hand in the following documents (all in one PDF-File):

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Current Transcript of Records
• Application Form
• Only for master thesis applications: Bachelor Certificate

Research Topic

If you are interested in writing a thesis in Finance and Accounting, please send us your preference list, indicating your preferred research area. You can use the description of our main research areas for developing own research ideas as a starting point. We also help you in specifying topics – just let us know if you need an appointment for discussion! We will try to find a topic that fits your interests at its best! Alternatively, we occasionally post current topics of bachelor’s and master’s theses on the webpage – just drop by from time to time! All theses can be written in English or German, unless otherwise stated or discussed.

If your intention is to write your thesis in cooperation with an industry partner, please inform us as soon as possible. From case to case, you will be asked to hand in a short thesis proposal. This proposal should (at least) (i) define the research question, (ii) indicate the data and methodology to be used, (iii) discuss the related literature, and (iv) contain all relevant contact data of the industry partner.

Guidelines

Academic writings – theses and seminar papers – are subject to formal requirements. The following guidelines for academic writings are mandatory for the compilation of scientific work at the Professorship of Finance and Accounting. Please adhere to the formal requirements.