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International: £13,500 for the course
January 2020
Course summary
- Develop your analytical skills and knowledge of the key products, investment strategies and risks present in financial markets
- Understand current research, developments and issues in finance
- Gain the skills to critically evaluate and apply theoretical concepts to the management of investment portfolios, evaluation of global investment products and financial assets
The course aims to develop your analytical skills and knowledge of the key products, investment strategies and risks present in financial markets. It is ideal for individuals wishing to work in financial markets and investment who want to progress their career rapidly.
Graduate View
'The course provided me with a solid foundation from which to progress into a career in corporate finance, having gained both a practical and theoretical understanding of the financial world.'
Connor Marshall, MSc Finance and Investment, 2018 graduate
How you learn
Course leaders and tutors
Ian Pagdin
Senior LecturerIan teaches across a range of modules within the Sheffield Business School, including business environment, principles of investment, risk management and investment … Read more
Accreditation
Successfully completing the international treasury management module gives you an additional professional qualification awarded by the Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT).
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus
City Campus
City Campus is located in the heart of Sheffield, within minutes of the train and bus stations.
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Adsetts library
Adsetts Library is located on our City Campus. It's open 24 hours a day, every day.
Learn moreEntry requirements
All students
You typically need one of the following
• 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject
• recognised professional qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject
Relevant subjects include • business management • finance • accounting • economics • banking • law • the natural sciences • IT and computing.
We consider applicants without these academic qualifications dependant on personal, professional and work experience and other formal qualifications. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. Find out more
Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English, such as an IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in all skills. If your English language skill is currently below an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English.
Additional information for EU/International students
If you are an International or non-UK European student, you can find out more about the country specific qualifications we accept on our international qualifications page. You can also watch a video guide on how to apply.
For details of English language entry requirements (IELTS), please see the information for 'All students'.
Modules
The modules for 2019/20 may vary to those given below, which are for academic year 2018/19
Modules studied may differ depending on when you start your course.
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Advanced Portfolio Management | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Banking And Financial Markets | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Dissertation | Credits: 60 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Finance | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Financial Regulation And Supervision | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Financial Risk Management | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Fund Management | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Mergers And Acquisitions | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Methods Of Enquiry: Research And Consultancy In Finance | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
Fees and funding
Home/EU students
Our tuition fee for UK/EU students starting full-time study in 2019/20 is £8,000 for the course.
† If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
International students
Our tuition fee for international students starting full-time study in 2019/20 is £13,500 for the course.
Postgraduate student loans
Up to £10,906 available for UK and EU students on most masters courses.
Additional course costs
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