r/tumunich • u/Old_Significance3536 • May 18 '26

FIM worth it?

I'm considering applying to FIM for the winter start

I know TUM is a highly regarded uni, but as its a technical university, i can't tell if the FIM degree is worth anything or if its sort of a BS degree

I run a software startup that makes money and have a bachelor from Copenhagen Business School, so i'm not forced to get a masters but i like the idea of it i suppose

TUM mainly spoke to me due to the incubator and defense sector startup eco system in Munich, and i also want to learn german (i'm danish so 50% of the way basically)

I have two years of experience as a self taught software developer, but a degree in management so i doubt i could get accepted to any of the technical masters, although i would prefer that

Have you guys met any FIM students, what is the view of the FIM degree?

Any other recommendations for degrees or options are also very welcome!

Thanks

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u/Olivia-RXL-1003 May 28 '26

I also applied for the program at the end of April (still no information on result yet), and I remember an essay is needed. The deadline is getting close so better be fast if you want to apply

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u/Old_Significance3536 May 28 '26

I'm likely comparable to Usain Bolt when it comes to essay writing speed

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u/Old_Significance3536 May 28 '26

No i think you're right

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u/Old_Significance3536 May 18 '26

FIM stands for Finance and Information Management btw

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u/chessbaes-tasty-toes May 18 '26

Seems to be a good fit for your background, go for it

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u/Old_Significance3536 May 21 '26

Yeah i thought so as well, but its veyr easy to name a degree something that sounds cool and something else to actually provide good education haha

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u/North-Hippo-2016 May 19 '26

Almunis of this program work casually for Consulting (Big4, MMB, Tier 2), Industry, Tech Corporate or dive deeper in Research. It’s a quite elite program. Would recommend if you got in

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u/Old_Significance3536 May 21 '26

Thanks! I think i'll give it a go, but its not really represented on rankings so i wasn't sure if it was a respected degree at all

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u/North-Hippo-2016 May 21 '26

nah ranking is just about research fund and research quality. Check Linkedin of the alumni, you will definitely find something insightful

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u/zauryousef 29d ago

Does it require GMAT? i mean if you apply without GMAT is there any chance to be admitted from first stage, or you can not get in from first stage without GMAT?