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Study Details: MSc: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
The MSc Finance is designed for aspiring finance professionals who want to gain specialist knowledge and skills. The course emphasises blending theory with practice and thus provides you with the applied vocational skills that potential employers require.
You will be equipped with the knowledge, flexibility and skills base required for seeking employment in the increasingly complex and demanding financial services sector. The course explores the theoretical underpinnings and current practice in finance from different perspectives and from both national and international contexts.
The course is delivered in the heart of Leeds, which is the largest hub of financial services in the UK outside London. Leeds is home to many leading financial organisations and large professional services firms. The course is delivered by a range of highly experienced tutors with industrial, professional and academic experience.
Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.
All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; all applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements – IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
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This course has a proven track record of graduates gaining appropriate employment. Past graduates have gained jobs in the financial services sector, for example banking or insurance. Others have entered into the family business, taking on a variety of management level roles. A small number have remained in the education sector to take a PhD and have entered into the teaching profession.
Financial Analyst
Financial Advisor
Director of Finance
Chief Financial Officer
Evaluate the fundamental concepts and theories of modern finance, identifying how these can be effectively applied in both national and multinational organisations.
Cover topics on decision theory (decision trees and tables), linear programming, regression, time series, portfolio optimisation, discounted cash flow and finance.
Gain a comprehensive economic analysis of the operation, efficiency and dependencies between financial markets and their associated institutions. You will also assess the impact upon the world economy of any failure of the financial sector.
Gain a critical understanding of contemporary accounting and financing principles which support business decision-making and financial resourcing in both the private and public sectors.
Develop knowledge and a critical understanding of the workings of a major economy which is subject to a constantly changing global environment, de-regulated financial systems, modern mass communication and international monetary flows.
You will carry out an in-depth research project in a subject area that is appropriate to the course and of particular interest to you.
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