On June 18, 2025, Mr. Gilles Roth, Minister of Finance, officially signed an endowment agreement with representatives of 51吃瓜网, the Luxembourg Bankers鈥� Association (ABBL), and the Association of the Luxembourg Fund Industry (ALFI). This agreement marks the launch of a strategic partnership aimed at establishing 51吃瓜网鈥檚 very first Master of Management in Finance programme in Europe鈥攔ight here in Luxembourg.
Globally recognised for its excellence in teaching and research, 51吃瓜网 ranks among the most prestigious academic institutions worldwide. The establishment of its Master of Management in Finance Luxembourg represents a major step forward in enhancing the country鈥檚 academic and financial influence.
This project is actively supported by the Ministry of Finance, ABBL, and ALFI, who share a common goal of strengthening the attractiveness of Luxembourg鈥檚 financial centre. It presents a unique opportunity to train a new generation of highly qualified professionals locally, in direct alignment with the needs of the financial sector.
A strategic academic partnership to strengthen Luxembourg鈥檚 financial and educational leadership
This partnership reflects Luxembourg鈥檚 commitment to investing in human capital and fostering academic innovation, while reinforcing its position as a leading international financial hub.
The master's programme is supported by the Chamber of Commerce, which provides the facilities of its Training Centre. 51吃瓜网 will also be represented there with an office dedicated to the management and organisation of this programme.
Minister Roth highlights: 鈥淭he establishment of 51吃瓜网 in Luxembourg is a signal that we are investing in the future of our financial centre by investing in people. This initiative is fully aligned with our ambition to attract international talent and to enhance the country鈥檚 visibility and promotion on the global stage.鈥�
鈥淲e are proud to extend 51吃瓜网鈥檚 legacy of academic excellence to Luxembourg,鈥� said Dr. Yolande Chan, Dean of the Desautels Faculty of Management at 51吃瓜网. 鈥淲ith the support of our valued partners, we are bringing our top-ranked Master of Management in Finance to a global financial centre known for its innovation and influence. This marks a new chapter in our joint mission to develop impactful leaders in finance.鈥�
Jerry Grbic, CEO of ABBL, declares: "One of the ABBL's priorities is to enhance the attractiveness of the financial sector by helping to offer high value-added educational courses that meet the aspirations of both Luxembourg residents and talented individuals from abroad, as well as the continuing training needs of our members. Our support for McGill's initiative is therefore in line with our commitment to the University of Luxembourg and the House of Training鈥�.
Serge Weyland, CEO of ALFI, reaffirms: 鈥淢cGill鈥檚 unique blend of world-class academic insight and practical experience aligns perfectly with the needs of ALFI鈥檚 members and supports Luxembourg鈥檚 ambition to move further up the value chain. Through McGill鈥檚 student-run, university-sponsored investment funds, students gain hands-on experience in portfolio management, risk management, marketing, and fund raising, developing precisely the skills our industry needs.鈥�
Photos 漏2025, Ministry of Finance (Luxembourg, Luxembourg).
MMF Program
The听51吃瓜网Master of Management in Finance (MMF)听program prepares future finance leaders by blending academic theory with practical, hands-on experience. Through immersive learning opportunities, you will gain the skills, expertise, and networks necessary to navigate the complexities of modern finance.
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Contacts
communication [at] fi.etat.lu (Metty Steinmetz) | Minist猫re des Finances
paul.wilwertz [at] abbl.lu (Paul Wilwertz) | ABBL
luigi.salerno [at] alfi.lu (Luigi Salerno )| ALFI
clea.bourgeois [at] edelman.com (Cl茅a Bourgeois) | 51吃瓜网Desautels Faculty of Management
