Birmingham City University - MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE - MSC

Birmingham City University

MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE - MSC

Want to study a Master’s in finance management? Our MSc Management and Finance degree is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).

Our Management and Finance course teaches you the fundamental skills and attributes you need to become a successful international manager in the finance sector. You’ll become adept at strategic and tactical business decisions, developing core skills in managerial finance and managing and motivating staff in businesses on an international scale.

WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS COURSE?

Initially in the first stage, you will examine the key challenges faced by global businesses to fully appreciate the complexity and dynamics of leadership and management practice. This will see you broaden your skills in organisation, communication and working with others, particularly within an increasingly diverse cultural context.

During the second stage of your course, you will explore international financial management, including international investment strategies, Capital Asset Pricing and the financial aspects of national and international merger and acquisitions. You’ll learn how to navigate the risks of foreign exchange rates and the intricacies of dividend policy theory and practice for international firms.

You’ll be taught international business strategy while also developing your research skills in preparation for your major project. In addition to the Major project, you will also study both personal and institutional portfolio management, covering key areas such as shares, bonds, property chattels and commodities, and fund management principles and issues.

Entry Requirements

  • An honours degree of a British University or equivalent institution (minimum 2:2)
  • An equivalent graduate level qualification from an overseas university or equivalent institution (minimum 2:2)
  • IELTS

    6.0 overall with 5.5 minimum in all bands



Career Prospects

You’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Take part in a funded company visit to a leading company, such as Jaguar Land Rover, one of the most successful and lucrative businesses in the world.

  • Choose to deliver a work-based study project or consultancy project in the final stage of the course using a current employer or a client you find yourself.

  • Seek support and engage with events and activities provided by

     

    Birmingham City University’s careers service.

  • Take part in Birmingham City University’s Graduate Plus scheme.

  • Receive employment advice and support via your Personal Tutor.

Career opportunities after completing MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE - MSC

  • Financial Managers.
  • Economist.
  • Financial Risk Manager.
  • Personal Financial Advisor.
  • Financial Analyst.
  • Investment Banker.
  • Statistician.
  • Budget Analyst.

Course Details

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the CORE modules (totalling 160 credits)

Level 7

Managerial Finance 20 credits
The Integrated Business 20 credits
Leadership Development 20 credits
International Strategic Management 20 credits
Business, Management, and Finance Research Project 60 credits
International Financial Strategy 20 credits
Security Analysis and Portfolio Management 20 credits

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