Comments about Finance and Investment Analysis, MSc - At the institution - Greenwich - Greater London
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Objectives
* To provide an intellectually demanding and comprehensive study of key finance concepts * To equip students with the intellectual and practical skills to required by the finance industry * To help prepare students for levels one and two of the prestigious CFA qualification
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Academic title
Finance and Investment Analysis, MSc
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Course description
Based on the Greenwich campus and situated within minutes of the financial centre at Canary Wharf, this programme provides a rigorous coverage of the areas of finance and investment. Ideal for students either working in or targeting a career in the finance industry, the programme syllabus will also help prepare students for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) examinations. This is a highly-regarded qualification which is becoming increasingly popular in key financial centres such as London, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore.
The programme syllabus covers all key theoretical areas of finance and investment analysis. It also focuses strongly on the development of the analytical skills needed by the finance industry. Students will be taught by staff with recent experience and strong research interests in finance. The nature of the dissertation which focuses on financial markets data analysis will provide a key practical underpinning for the large body of theory covered. This is a demanding programme particularly suitable for students motivated to undertake both an academic and a professional qualification.
Courses
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Financial Management
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International Corporate Finance
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International Capital Markets
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Economic Framework
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Financial Accounting
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Risk Management
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Portfolio Management
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Topics in Investment Analysis
* Research Methods for Financial Analysis
* Dissertation
Career Options
A range of positions in the finance industry including investment and financial analyst positions. Also designed to help prepare students for the CFA qualification which is in great demand in many areas of the finance industry
