Master of Science in Corporate Financial Management
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-02-01 | - |
| 2025-06-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The University of Law's MSc Corporate Financial Management Online program prepares individuals for careers in corporate finance. Emphasizing industry needs, it covers topics like governance, risk management, and financial accounting. Offered full-time or part-time, students have the flexibility to study at their own pace. The program also includes a unique Professional Development Module, providing professional coaching and a customized Personal Development Plan to enhance employability.
Program Outline
MSc Corporate Financial Management Online
Degree Overview:
This online Master's degree in Corporate Financial Management is designed for individuals seeking to pursue, advance, or switch to a career in corporate or business finance. The program emphasizes maximizing future employability by focusing on meeting industry needs and developing professional skills. It is suitable for those with a numerical background and an interest in gaining in-depth specialist knowledge and understanding of key aspects of corporate financial management. The program is available for study on-campus or online as a full-time course (1 year) or with a Professional Practice Year (2 years), or part-time (2 years).
Outline:
Course Content:
The program covers a wide range of topics related to corporate financial management, including:
- Governance
- Social responsibility
- Risk management
- Banking regulation
- Corporate reporting
- Finance
- Performance management Students will apply theoretical concepts and finance models to real-world case studies.
Course Structure:
The course is available full-time (1 year) and part-time (2 years).
- Full-time: Students complete 60 credits each semester.
- Part-time: Students complete 30 credits each semester.
Course Modules:
- Financial Management (15 credits)
- Financial Accounting & Reporting (15 credits)
- Management Accounting (15 credits)
- Corporate Governance (15 credits)
- Corporate Social Responsibility (15 credits)
- Financial Risk Management (15 credits)
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Integration (15 credits)
- Responsibility of Directors (15 credits)
- Data & Decision Making (15 credits)
- Business Project (45 credits)
- Professional Development (non-credit bearing)
Course Schedule:
- September 2024: Full-time and part-time online options available.
- February 2025: Full-time and part-time online options available.
- June 2025: Full-time and part-time online options available.
Professional Practice Year:
The 2-year full-time program with Professional Practice offers greater flexibility than a traditional placement year. Students can choose how to put their skills into practice by selecting from:
- Academic dissertation
- Business plan
- Business or consultancy project
- Paid placement in industry
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Tests
- Presentations
- Assignments
- Projects
- Exams
- Group work and group assessments
Assessment Criteria:
- Academic and professional learning outcomes for each module
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- Strong practical focus
- Real-life case studies
- Online learning platform
Faculty:
- Business specialists with industry expertise in corporate financial management
Unique Approaches:
- CPD-accredited Professional Development Module with one-to-one professional coaching and a bespoke Personal Development Plan.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Corporate finance
- Business finance
Opportunities:
- Job applications and work experience opportunities
- Support from expert employability service and careers advisers
Outcomes:
- 95% of postgraduate students in employment were in highly skilled employment 15 months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes data).
Other:
- The University of Law is the only business school in the UK to offer professional development coaching to all postgraduate students.
- The program offers a flexible course format, allowing students to study full-time, part-time, on-campus, or 100% online.
- The program encourages independent and deep learning, shared modules for greater networking, and clear time demands.
- The University offers business scholarships and bursaries and can guide students on postgraduate fees and funding.
The University of Law
Overview:
The University of Law is a specialist provider of legal education in the UK. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, as well as professional legal training and apprenticeships. The university is known for its high-quality teaching, strong employability record, and commitment to student support.
Services Offered:
The University of Law offers a variety of services to its students, including:
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Courses:
A wide range of programs in law, business, criminology, policing, psychology, and computer science.SQE Courses:
Courses specifically designed for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE).Online Courses:
Flexible learning options for students who prefer to study remotely.Scholarships and Bursaries:
Financial assistance to help students fund their studies.Student Support:
A range of services to help students succeed academically and personally, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.Professional Legal Training:
Courses for aspiring lawyers, including the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and the Legal Practice Course (LPC).Apprenticeships:
Work-based learning opportunities for students who want to gain practical experience while studying.Student Life and Campus Experience:
The University of Law has campuses in major cities across the UK, including Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, London, Manchester, and Nottingham. Students can expect a vibrant and supportive campus environment with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities, meet new people, and develop their skills.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-Quality Teaching:
The university is ranked 10th in the UK for quality of teaching in the National Student Survey 2024.Strong Employability Record:
94% of postgraduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (2021/22 Graduate Outcomes data).Higher than Average SQE Pass Rates:
78% of students passed the January 2024 SQE1 assessments first time, compared to the industry average first attempt pass rate of 59%.Experienced Lecturers:
Over 90% of lecturers are qualified lawyers and business professionals, bringing extensive practical experience to the classroom.Excellent Student Support:
The university provides a range of services to help students succeed, including career guidance, disability support, and mental health services.Academic Programs:
The University of Law offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate Courses:
LLB (Hons) Law, BSc (Hons) Business, BSc (Hons) Criminology, BSc (Hons) Policing, BSc (Hons) Psychology, and BSc (Hons) Computer Science.Postgraduate Courses:
LLM (Master of Laws), MBA (Master of Business Administration), MSc (Master of Science), and other postgraduate qualifications.Professional Legal Training:
BPTC, LPC, and other professional legal training courses.Other:
The University of Law has a strong alumni network, with over 100,000 graduates working in various legal and business sectors. The university also has a 5-star rating from QS World University Rankings, recognizing its excellence in teaching, employability, online learning, academic development, and inclusiveness.
Entry Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):
- English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
- Recommended Courses and/or Skills:
- Computer and Information Science – Grade 11 (M)
- Introduction to Accounting – Grade 11 (E)
- Mathematics – any Grade 11 (C) or (M)
