With both an LLM and MSc exit qualification available, this programme is delivered jointly by the University of Aberdeen's School of Law and Business School, and will provide students with an interdisciplinary learning experience in Corporate Finance and Law.
The LLM and MSc exit qualifications provide a unique opportunity to benefit from the expertise of staff from both the School of Law and the Business School. This programme has a practical and commercial focus and will appeal to those employed in or with an interest in commercial and professional services within the legal and financial services communities.
Students can choose the most suitable route to follow depending on their own individual career aspirations. Students will learn about key issues in Corporate Finance and Law, providing them with the skills and expertise they require in this fascinating, important, and remunerative area.
The minimum entry requirements for this programme is a degree at 2:2 (lower second class) UK Honours level (or a degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth).
Successful students will benefit from an appeal to employers with a need for individuals with the interdisciplinary skills of Law and Finance within the same role.
MSc Corporate Finance and Law graduates typically aim for positions in the global corporate and financial sector and work for key financial institutions. Some graduates pursue a research career path and continue with a PhD degree.
Career Opportunities
Business Consultant
Commercial Adviser
Corporate Lawyer
Financial Manager
International Consultant
Investment Advisor
Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst
Mergers and Acquisitions Lawyer
Core Modules:
Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen (PD5006)
Critical Legal Thinking and Scholarship (LS501T)
Accounting and Finance for Managers (BU5026)
Issues in Corporate Finance (BU5034)
Corporate Finance Law (LS504H)
Portfolio Analysis (BU5526)
Financial Markets and Regulation (BU552H)
Corporate Governance (LS5582)
Master's Dissertation in Accountancy & Finance (BU5903)
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