MASTER'S PROGRAM IN FINANCE AND BANKING
The Master's in Finance and Banking prepares future leaders with the analytical and strategic skills needed to understand and respond to financial trends—driving innovation and creating value for both organizations and society.
BENEFITS
Students benefit from academic resources, exclusive partner discounts, and financing opportunities.
FINANCIAL BENEFITS
- Interest-free financing available directly through the Graduate School.
- Exclusive discounts for the Ulima Community—contact your advisor for details.
ACADEMIC BENEFITS
- Flexible hybrid format that adapts to new educational trends and helps students balance their professional and personal lives—supporting career advancement and increased visibility in the financial sector.
- Accessible for professionals seeking to boost their careers in today's competitive financial world.
- A 19-month program, among the shortest in the market, offering a fast track to a master's degree with a strong foundation in commercial and digital banking, investments, risk management, and international finance.
- Renowned faculty with proven experience in top local and international organizations and a solid track record in teaching excellence.
- Modern facilities equipped with cutting-edge technology—classrooms, auditoriums, labs, and recreational spaces—for an exceptional academic experience.
- One of the strongest alumni networks in Peru, fostering valuable connections among students, graduates, and faculty.
- Credit transfer available for graduates of the Stock Markets Program.*
*Subject to evaluation.
ULIMA BENEFITS
- Employability Center (Ulima Laboral)
- Access to the Wellness Center (gym, nutrition, psychopedagogical counseling)
- Access to Mayorazgo Sports Complex (swimming, football, basketball, volleyball)
- Access to Ulima Medical Department
- Valid discounts via Ulima App
PROCESS
PROFILE EVALUATION
Your file is evaluated. Once approved, you can pay the enrollment fees.
PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
You can do this evaluation in parallel with the essay. This is sent to your email.
ESSAY WRITING
You will access a platform to write an essay. This must include your reasons to apply to the master’s program.
INTERVIEW WITH THE DIRECTOR
A personal interview with the director of master's or doctoral program takes place once the previous steps have been completed.
PAYMENT COMMITMENT LETTER
You must submit a payment commitment letter duly signed and pay the first installment.
CURRICULUM
The Master’s in Finance and Banking is designed for professionals aiming to lead in today's competitive and evolving financial world. The program develops strategic thinkers who can anticipate trends and drive innovation in the financial and investment sectors.
QUANTITATIVE METHODS
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
MONETARY POLICY AND MARKETS
BANKING SUPERVISION AND LEGISLATION
ETHICS IN FINANCE
BEHAVIORAL FINANCE
CORPORATE FINANCE
QUANTITATIVE METHODS APPLIED TO FINANCE
FINANCIAL MODELING TOOLS
COMMERCIAL BANKING
DIGITAL BANKING AND INNOVATION
INVESTMENT PROJECT EVALUATION
INTERNATIONAL FINANCE
SEMINAR ON FINAL MASTER'S PROJECT
MICROFINANCE
EQUITY INVESTMENT
FIXED INCOME INVESTMENT
FINANCIAL DERIVATIVES
NEGOTIATION APPLIED TO FINANCE
MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
SEMINAR ON FINAL MASTER'S PROJECT II
FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT
INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS
BUSINESS SIMULATION
SEMINAR ON FINAL MASTER'S PROJECT III
APPLICANT PROFILE
- Graduates of Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or similar undergraduate programs.
- Experience in finance, banking, financial institutions, stock markets, and asset management, at public and private companies (financial or non-financial).
- A minimum of three (03) years of work experience (optional). This will allow students to maximize the program by bringing their experience to the table and enhancing subjects with real-world case studies.
- Mathematical and statistical skills to excel in this master’s program.
- Teamwork skills.
- Ability to adapt to new scenarios and global financial trends.
- Critical thinking skills for financial decision-making.
- High-speed internet connection
- Laptop with essential software
- Non-certified copy of the valid National Identity Card (DNI) or Alien Registration Card (ARC).
- Non-certified copy of the bachelor's degree registered in the National Superintendency of University Education (SUNEDU). Not applicable to Ulima graduates.
- Resume duly signed with passport-size photo (JPG format, 240x288 pixels, 300 DPI minimum resolution, in front of a plain white background, no eyeglasses).
- An academic or employment recommendation letter, or a work certificate from your current or most recent job.
- A minimum of three (03) years of work experience (preferred).
- Registration fee payment.
- Foreign language commitment letter, in accordance with the current university regulations.
- One (01) Statement of Purpose, to be completed on the platform indicated by the Graduate School.
- Once documents are submitted, the Admissions Office will send you an email within 48 hours to make the registration payment (350 PEN).
GRADUATE PROFILE
Graduates of the Master's in Finance and Banking are highly skilled professionals with a long-term vision and strong competencies to excel in both finance and investment roles within financial and non-financial organizations. They will be able to:
- Analyze the financial and economic environments in which organizations operate.
- Develop solutions to mitigate financial risks within an organization and enhance its value for shareholders.
- Manage and optimize the company's financial resources through the use of cutting-edge technologies and digital tools for financial analysis.
- Understand global market dynamics to identify and create international business opportunities.
- Make informed investment, financial, and profit-sharing decisions while considering their impact on the company.
- Identify key variables that influence the behavior of economic agents in financial decision-making.
- Operate with the highest standards of ethics and transparency in all professional activities.
- Continuously update their knowledge on emerging trends in banking and finance.
- Develop and implement financial management strategies using the skills and knowledge gained from the program, with a focus on anticipating unexpected challenges to reduce risk and maximize organizational value.
To obtain the graduate status, students must:
- Complete the study program.
- Fulfill all university obligations.
- Process graduate status with the Student Services and Registry Bureau (DUSAR).
To obtain the academic degree, students must:
- Hold graduate status.
- Demonstrate proficiency in a foreign or native language by submitting a valid certificate from an institution recognized by the Ulima Language Center.
- Hold an approved thesis or research project in the relevant field.
- Comply with all requirements set forth in the rules and regulations.
Note 1: Students have a maximum of six (6) years to obtain the academic degree.
Note 2: The current rules and regulations are available on the Ulima website (click here).
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
As part of the master's program, students will embark on an international study trip to Universitat de Barcelona to enhance their global perspective on digital innovation in finance and banking.
PROFESSORS
CANO,
Carlos
MBA from Cornell University (USA)
Lead Supervisor, Investment Policies, Central Reserve Bank of Peru
CASTILLO,
Paul
PhD in Economics from The London School of Economics (UK)
General Manager, Central Reserve Bank of Peru
CÓRDOVA,
Myriam
Master's in Public Policy and International Relations from Syracuse University's Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs (USA)
General Superintendent of Microfinance, SBS
FIGUEROA,
Juan
MBA from NYU Stern School of Business (USA)
Partner, Belo Partners and LibreCorp
IZU,
Jimmy
Master's in Public Administration from Columbia University (USA)
Head, Regulation Department, SBS
LLOSA VELÁSQUEZ,
Luis
PhD in Economics from the University of California (USA)
Economic Research Lead, Central Reserve Bank of Peru
MAURIAL,
Manuel
MBA from ESADE Business School
Investment Committee Member, Fondo Selectivo FIMV and Promoinvest Incasol
MONTORO,
Carlos
PhD in Economics from The London School of Economics and Political Science (UK)
Monetary Policy Manager, Central Reserve Bank of Peru
PÉREZ,
Fernando
PhD in Economics, Finance, and Business from Universitat Pompeu Fabra (Spain)
Monetary Policy Design Deputy Manager, Central Reserve Bank of Peru
RAMÍREZ,
Jesús
Master's in Financial Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (USA)
Liquidity and Market Risk Manager, Banco Pichincha
RAUNELLI,
Jose
Master's in Financial Sciences from the University of Illinois (USA)
Certified in Quantitative Finance by CQF Institute (UK)
Investment Manager, Auryn Holdings
ROJAS,
Youel
PhD in Economics and Finance from Universitat Pompeu Fabra (Spain)
Macroeconomic Models Researcher, Central Reserve Bank of Peru
VEGA,
Hugo
PhD in Economics from The London School of Economics and Political Science (UK)
Senior Economist, BBVA Research, Peru Unit
ZAMUDIO,
Alfredo
PhD in Business Administration and Management from the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (Spain)
CEO of Tudor & Grey Capital S.A., Director of Private Equity & Venture Capital (Ecuador), and Associate Director at GDSFIN (Spain)
ZAPATA,
Alberto
MBA from New York University (USA)
Deputy Manager, International Investment Analysis, Central Reserve Bank of Peru
ADVISORY COUNCIL
PÉREZ-REYES ZARAK, Alejandro
MBA from Harvard Business School and Economist from Universidad de Lima. Currently CFO at Banco de Crédito del Perú and Credicorp. Previously served as COO at Prima AFP and Credicorp Capital, following strong results as Head of Asset Management. Also held the position of Head of Derivatives and Structured Products at Banco de Crédito del Perú.
CASTRILLÓN MULLER, Markus
MBA from London Business School and Economics from Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú. From 2010 to 2014, he served as Director at Goldman Sachs, Vice President at Nomura, and Associate at Lehman Brothers. He was Director at WRM Capinvest (2014–2015). He has participated in M&A transactions totaling over USD 10 billion and maintains strong connections with private equity groups in Europe, the United States, Asia, and Latin America. Currently, he is Founding Partner at Andean Pacific.
SALAS CORTÉS, Patricia
Master in Finance from Universidad del Pacífico and Economist from Universidad de Lima. She currently serves as the General Superintendent of Banking at SBS in Peru, having previously held roles as Banking Superintendent and Supervisor of Market and Liquidity Risks.
