HDip (Financial Analysis)

Course Overview

The Higher Diploma in Financial Analysis is a graduate conversion course.

Graduates equipped with skills drawn from the dual disciplines of accounting and economics will play increasingly key and impactful roles in financial, banking and business sectors in the future. The goal of the Higher Diploma in Financial Analysis is to introduce students to and equip students with the applied analytical skills they need to secure future employment in the financial, banking and business sectors.This course will introduce students to the fundamental principles and analytical methods of accounting and economics in addition to modules from other business related disciplines.

Upon graduating, course participants will be equipped with a foundation of knowledge and skills that will prepare them for further studies and future carers in this field. The long-term employment prospects for graduates from this course are excellent. In terms of further study opportunities, graduates will be equipped to progress to MSc level programmes, such as the MSc Corporate Finance and the MSc International Finance at University of Galway. In terms of career opportunities, graduates may take up a range of positions in the financial, banking and business sectors.

Students of this programme secure exemptions from some of the examinations of the ACCA accountancy body. The ACCA grants exemptions from exams in three subjects [Financial Management Business & Technology Management Accounting] to all DFA graduates. Students have the opportunity to receive a fourth exemption in Financial Accounting, provided that they choose module AY209 in Semester 2.

‌

The programme is open to degree holders from a university or other recognised degree-awarding body. Applicants should hold an NQAI Level 8 qualification or equivalent; IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent, if applicable.

- No prior knowledge of business is required

- Students are exposed to a broad spectrum of modules across accountancy, economics and management

- Excellent career opporunities in finance, accounting and fintech

- The advanced financial knowledge and expertise learned on this programme are highly sought after by employers.

- A unique opportunity to gain a highly sought after Level 8 qualification for free or at a highly discounted rate

- Exemptions from ACCA examinations

The finance industry is highly competitive, and having this Diploma will give graduates an edge over other candidates when applying for jobs. It demonstrates one's commitment to the field and one's proficiency in analysing financial data, which is a crucial skill in many finance-related roles. Graduates can expect to secure a position in the financial, banking or business sector.

For graduates already working in the finance field, the Diploma in Financial Analysis can open up opportunities for career advancement. It can help them specialise in areas such as investment analysis, financial planning, risk management, or portfolio management.