MSc in Finance and Investment

Program Overview

Rushford's MSc in Finance and Investment equips graduates with a comprehensive understanding of financial management, enabling them to analyze business conditions, identify opportunities, and make practical decisions. The program covers core management principles and specialized finance and investment courses, preparing students for careers in banking, accounting, and investment firms. Graduates are also well-positioned for roles in entrepreneurship and business process improvement.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

Rushford's MSc in Finance and Investment is a comprehensive program that provides a robust understanding of financial management's theoretical and practical aspects. It equips graduates with the skills to identify and address challenges in financial business aspects, fostering their ability to make practical decisions, analyze business conditions holistically, and develop new business opportunities.

Objectives:

Upon completing the course, learners will:

• Comprehend the nuances of financial business aspects and their relationship with other business areas.
• Analyze business conditions holistically to make practical decisions.
• Demonstrate analytical and critical-thinking capabilities to identify and develop new business opportunities by addressing complexities in national and international business contours.
• Understand and connect qualitative and quantitative data to make critical investment decisions.
• Show ethical reasoning to understand business' impact on society and the environment; add value to the community by balancing social goals with organizational objectives.
• Apply advanced financial theories, tools, and approaches to assess financial risks.

Outline:

Program Curriculum:

Rushford's MSc in Finance and Investment comprises 15 courses: 5 Core Courses and 10 Finance and Investment specific courses. To qualify for the 60 ECTS MSc, students must complete all 15 courses. Each course consists of 4 ECTS.

Core Management (20 ECTS)

• Transformational Management
• Managerial Economics
• Organizational Behaviour
• Marketing in a Digital World
• Accounting for Financial Reporting

Finance & Investment (20 ECTS)

• Accounting for Managerial Decisions
• Financial Management
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Investments
• Personal Financial Planning

Operational Expert - Finance & Investment (20 ECTS)

• Advanced Finance
• Financial Investments
• Hedge Fund Management
• Retail & Commercial Banking

Careers:

Graduates of the MSc in Finance and Investment are prepared for careers in banking, accounting, stock exchange, and investment firms. The program also benefits professionals seeking specialization in financial management for better career options, entrepreneurs looking to initiate or expand businesses, and professionals seeking expertise in financial aspects to enhance business processes and profitability. Additionally, graduates have the opportunity to explore London and New York's financial districts and join high-end businesses.