The Career Path Into Financial Analysis, From Degree to Your First Role

Financial analysts are in strong demand across Germany's banks, DAX-listed corporations, asset managers and the many Mittelstand companies headquartered in Frankfurt, Munich and Düsseldorf, evaluating investments and building financial models to support business decisions. Most entrants hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in business (BWL), finance or economics, often with an internship (Praktikum) completed during study, since these are the primary route into a first analyst role. Many analysts later pursue the CFA charter to strengthen their credentials and progress toward senior or portfolio management roles. Here's exactly how to build a career as a financial analyst in Germany.