Financial Management
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    Financial Management

    Robert Gordon University
    Robert Gordon University
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, Aberdeen
    University Rank:#924
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 15,450 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2022

    Financial Management

    About

    This Financial Management course at Robert Gordon University will help you to develop the theoretical and analytical finance skills needed to succeed in the corporate sector and financial institutions. The course’s extensive coverage of the CFA Institute’s Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK) means that it is recognised in the Institute’s University Affiliation Program.

    You will develop critical knowledge and understanding of the principles, concepts and theories of finance and the analytical skills for addressing financial management challenges in the domestic and international business environments.

    The course will develop your ability to identify, evaluate, and propose/implement solutions to finance problems, and employ transferrable skills needed for roles within financial institutions, stock broking, investment and portfolio management, treasury and corporate finance departments of companies.

    This course offers the opportunity to extend your study by a year to complete a 48 week work placement. Evidence suggests that graduates who can demonstrate relevant work experience have a better chance of securing a graduate level job.

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    Stage1

    You will develop your knowledge and skills in financial analysis and understand the relevant theories for critically evaluating financial information and financial markets. You will learn to use various models and techniques for analysing the complex issues which arise during the business decision-making process.

    Stage 2

    You will analyse financial management practices and learn to apply a range of analytical and financial skills. You will learn to evaluate and manage financial opportunities and risks. Communication, presentation, numeracy, IT and group interaction skills will also be enhanced.

    Stage 3

    The Capstone module is designed to provide you with an opportunity to integrate master's level knowledge and skills by independently working on a research focused project from a degree related discipline. Personal and professional skills such as research, communication and presentation skills will be developed.

    Extended Master's

    We offer an extended Master’s route, starting in September, on our traditional 1-year route which incorporates a 12 month placement. This route has a duration of 24 months, and will follow the same teaching programme as the 1 year course. You will receive training, guidance and support to support you through the recruitment and selection stages for the jobs on offer from our dedicated Employability and Enrichment Hub team.

    Student Stories

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    On Campus Study

    You will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars and workshop sessions. These provide a mix of group study, discussion, simulation and presentations of findings by teams and individuals. Access to our virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle, is also provided giving you access from home to learning materials (including videos, e-books and journals).

    You will also have access to Datastream, FAME and Osiris, which offer company insights and fundamentals and a host of market data.

    Blended Learning

    Our blended learning delivery mode combines aspects of online learning and on-campus delivery. You will benefit from the support of the virtual learning environment and face-to-face interaction with tutors and classmates.

    Activity Summary

    • Lectures - 20 students per group, 8 hours per week
    • Seminars - 15 students per group, 2/3 masterclasses per session, typically of 2 hours
    • Tutorial - 10 students per group, 4 hours per week
    • Project Supervision - 1 student per group, 30 hours per term(Capstone)
    • Practical class or workshop - 10 students per group, 2 hours per week
    • Independent Study - 1 student per group,38 hours per week (Terms 1 & 2)
    • Independent Study - 1 student per group, 570 hours Term3 (Capstone)

    How long is a Financial Management course?

    This Financial Management course can be successfully completed within 1 - 3 years. This is to include independent study, coursework preparations, lectures and other activities.

    Independent Study

    The course encourages you to work autonomously and to take responsibility for your own learning and professional development. In addition to lectures and tutorials you will spend approximately 38 hours per week outside of class working on your own. This involves undertaking prescribed reading, preparing for tutorial assignments, team meetings and researching and writing course reports.

    Assessment

    Typically students are assessed eachyear:

    • 5 written exams, typically for 2 hours
    • 3 written assignments, including essays
    • 1 dissertation (if option selected in Capstone)
    • 1class test
    • 1 project report (if Business Consultancy option selected in Capstone)
    • 2 oral assessments (Presentation)

    Feedback

    We aim to provide you with feedback within 20 working days of hand-in for all written exams, coursework and practical exams.

    Staff Delivering on This Course

    You will benefit from the knowledge and expertise of our teaching staff of which several are members of the UK Accounting Institutes and nationally recognised for their participation at senior level in several bodies.

    Our staff have either achieved Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, or are working towards this. This is a professional recognition of lecturer practice, impact and leadership in teaching and learning.

    Other staff members include industry professionals, guest lecturers who deliver presentations in areas such as Fund Management and Investment Banking and staff with research experience. Guest lectures are also organised to cover the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct of the CFA Institute as part of the University Affiliation Program.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Applicants with lower qualification and / or relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis. Contact Admissions for information: [email protected]
    • Students who do not meet our direct entry requirements may be able to undertake a pre-masters programme through our International College at Robert Gordon University

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5

    English Program Requirements

    Most postgraduate courses require an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each area. Some courses require a higher English Language score. Always check the relevant course page and our English Language Requirements page before applying.

    Career

    Job Prospects

    An understanding of finance is a must for managers of all companies whether local, national or international. Careers in finance are no longer limited to the traditional areas such as banking, and include a range of opportunities like credit analysis, risk management, investment analysis, fund management and corporate financial management.

    For practicing accountants, this course will allow you to specialise within the industry, opening up a wide variety of career development opportunities within a number of different contexts, for example, accounting, finance, audit or economics. For those who are new to financial management, this course will allow you to develop the practical skills, knowledge and understanding required to enter into, and develop your career within, the profession.

    Is studying Financial Management a good career choice?

    Employment opportunities exist within:

    • commercial companies
    • wholesale and retail domestic and international banks
    • accountancy and consultancy firms
    • fund managers and investment institutions as brokers, dealers, analysts and compliance staff

    The qualification can also be a stepping stone for advanced research degrees (e.g., PhD) in finance.

    CAREERS

    12 Month Placement

    For those on our Extended Master’s route (24 months 1 On Campus) you will have the opportunity to embark on a 12 month placement on completion of the teaching programme.

    Placement opportunities are real jobs in an extensive range of organisations from small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to global multinationals, and is an excellent way to test your academic knowledge, develop transferable skills and develop your business networks. The employing organisation is likely to be a source of rich data for the Capstone module and you will be encouraged to research an organisational issue of your choosing likely identified through discussion with the placement employer. You will also complete a reflective e-portfolio which captures the skills development through the placement period.

    Throughout the placement you will be assigned both a workplace mentor and an academic mentor and will receive ongoing support to enhance your career development.

    N.B. You are responsible for finding the placement, with support from the placement team, and as such the University cannot guarantee that all students will be successful in securing a placement. If unsuccessful, your course fee attached to the work experience element will be refunded.

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    • Completing an existing course (for example passing your Bachelors before coming to do a Masters with us). Please upload your degree documents to your Apply Yourself record or email the Admissions Office with these.
    • Proving that your English language is good enough for University-level study. In this case you should send us a copy of your IELTS or TOEFL certificate as soon as it is available. Please upload these documents to your Apply Yourself record or email the Admissions Office with these.
    • Making a pre-payment (deposit) for international students. In this case you must arrange to pay the  University before we can release an Unconditional Offer. To find out how to do this, please visit the Making Payment page. 

    Financial Management

    Robert Gordon University

    Robert Gordon University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Aberdeen

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