Finance MSc

This is for you if... you want the flexibility of studying by distance learning whilst developing and enhancing your knowledge and skills in the areas of finance and financial management.

The principal aim of the MSc in Finance is to develop an understanding of a broad range of financial concepts and their application to a range of management and organisational contexts. Specifically you will be provided with a stimulating and intellectually challenging learning experience, along with rigorous education in the concepts of financial management and accounting and general management tools.

You will study seven core modules and then choose two elective modules, followed by Research Methods and a 15,000 word dissertation. Please visit the department website for module descriptions.

Foundations of Knowledge and Professional Skills- Assignment

Foundations of Financial Analysis and Investment- Assignment

Financial Statements: Theory, Practice, Critique- Examination

Strategic Financial Management- Examination

Financial Modelling- Assignment

Financial Risk Management- Examination

Corporate Finance- Examination

Two Electives (options)- 2 Assignments

Research Methods- Proposal

Dissertation- Dissertation

As a distance learning student you will be supported by a dedicated team of tutors and support staff. Studying away from the campus is enabled through bespoke module study books - available in hard copy and electronically - and Blackboard, our virtual learning environment. You will be assessed at the end of each module either by a piece of written coursework or by examination. Exams are usually held  in the UK on a Saturday (exam days in other countries may vary).  If you do not live close to one of our regular exam venues we can arrange for you  to take the exam in a local city for a nominal administrative charge.  Students based in the UK are expected to travel to Leicester to take their exams.

Fees

Payment options

You will have the option to pay:

1. Your full tuition fee course on initial registration or
2. Half of your course fee on initial registration (the final half of your course fee will be due on the anniversary of your initial registration) or
3. Over six instalments over your registration period

If your course fee will be paid by a sponsor they must pay your course fees in full in advance of each year of study. For further details, please see the Finance Office web pages.

The University accepts a range of payment methods.

• Possession of a good UK honours degree or its overseas equivalent
  OR an acceptable professional qualification
• OR possession of either the University of Leicester’s Diploma in Management or the University of Leicester’s Professional Diploma in Management

Also, if your first language is not English you will need to satisfy the University'sEnglish language requirements.

Payment and registration for August 2014
The deadline for cleared payment (initial fee payment to have been received and cleared into the University’s account) is Tuesday 22nd July 2014.

The deadline for registration is midnight UK time, Thursday 24th July 2014.