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Full time | Edinburgh Napier University | 1 year | SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Finance / Accounting (General) Business / Finance

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Our course has been developed for those without a background in finance industry who wish to pursue a career in the sector.

Overview

Designed for students from a wide variety of non-financial disciplines and employment backgrounds, this course combines mathematical and communication skills to offer you a rounded approach to the world of international finance.

MSc International Finance will enhance your employability and open the doors to a global career. You'll be eligible for graduate level positions in areas such as banking, insurance and finance.

Course details

Whether you are looking for a role in the provision and management of financial services or planning to undertake research in the area, this course will equip you with the appropriate theoretical and practical learning.

As well as communication and presentation skills, vital in this complex industry, you’ll gain knowledge of accounting practices, statistics, financial management, banking and insurance, plus a thorough overview of the international financial environment.

You’ll graduate with the technical and informational analysis skills you need to create a rewarding career in the industry and the means to apply your knowledge of research methods.

Careers

This degree will enhance your employability and open the doors to a global career. You’ll be eligible for graduate level positions in areas such as:

  • banking
  • insurance
  • finance.

Modules

This module includes: Review of risk and return fundamentals and portfolio theory; Valuation models equity and bonds; Computation of efficient portfolios and the efficient frontier; Evaluating investments, investment strategies and models; Earnings quality issues and financial ratio analysis, Common stock financing, Debt Financing.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£8,300

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,090

Entry requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at a 2:2 or above. Holders of UK degrees in Finance will not be admitted to this course. We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient professional work experience within the industry.