Comments about Finance and Investment Management MSc-PgD-PgC - At the institution - Hatfield - Hertfordshire
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Entry requirements
The programme will not only appeal to those who wish to pursue a professional qualification relevant to corporate governance and corporate administration, but also those wishing to enter the field of finance and corporate regulation. ICSA members operate in all fields of the economy including the diverse activities of share regulation, university management, company secretaryship, corporate regulation, banking and finance.
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Academic title
Finance and Investment Management MSc/PgD/PgC
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Course description
The course is offered by ‘block study' over a two year period, or by one year's full time study and for this reason the course is split into two parts and a dissertation. Each part consists of four taught modules.
If you are planning to develop a career as a financial analyst, fund manager or a related position within the financial sector then this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need. On completion of the course you will also have the opportunity to enter levels one and two of the CFA ® (Chartered Financial Analyst) professional examinations.
We offer a varied programme of teaching that includes facilitated seminars, practical workshops, web-based learning, case study analysis and traditional lectures. We also provide sessions by visiting staff, practitioners and consultants to give a varied perspective of the topics covered.
You will be assessed through a variety of coursework including presentations, reports and projects. You will also be required to complete a dissertation and will be supported by a dissertation supervisor.
Course content
Year 1 - full details
Core modules
-Asset Valuation 1
-Asset Valuation 2
-Dissertation (MSc Finance and Investment Management)
-Financial Economics 1
-Financial Economics 2
-Financial Markets (FIM)
-Financial Statement Analysis 1
-Financial Statement Analysis 2
-Quantitative Analysi