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MSc in Finance

Finance is central to organisational decision-making. Dealing with issues around investment, valuations and shareholders requires a clear understanding of the role played by financial markets and intermediaries, the importance of risk analysis and how to construct efficient portfolios.
By providing you with an understanding of the principal methods and techniques of financial management, the course enables you to deal with complex financial situations effectively.

Aims and Objectives

  • The MSc in Finance develops your understanding of the concepts of finance and the role of financial management in a variety of organisations and sectors.
  • The strategic focus of the course will enhance your ability to analyse any situation and make sound strategic decisions.
  • You will be provided with a stimulating and intellectually challenging programme, providing you with a rigorous education in the concepts and techniques of financial management.
  • The skills and knowledge gained during the course will enable you to enhance your career in finance or move into further study and academic work in the area.

Course Structure

Stage One - September to December

Foundations of Knowledge and Professional Skills

Foundations of Financial Analysis and Investment

Financial Statements: Theory, Practice, Critique

Strategic Financial Management

Financial Modelling

Stages Two and Three - January to May

Financial Risk Management

Corporate Finance

Two electives

Stage Four - May to September

Research Methods

Dissertation

 

Professional Recognition
This programme has been approved by The Chartered Institute of Marketing to provide direct entry on to the CIM’s Professional Certificate in Marketing. Please contact CIM Education for further details: +44 (0)1628 427120 or email qualifications@cim.co.uk

Download Postgraduate Application Form

Download the Postgraduate Study Brochure (PDF)

Events

Regional Residential School

Date: Friday 8 - Sunday 10 June 2012
Where: Montego Bay, Jamaica

UK Summer School

Date: Friday 31 August - Friday 7 September 2012
Venue: University of Leicester campus

Employment Opportunities

Details on current vacancies within the School of Management can be accessed through the University's Personnel Office website.