Programme Structure & Content

The MSc in Finance at the University of Leicester is designed to meet the needs of newly qualified graduates setting out in their career and those wishing to reshape their existing careers in the field of financial, risk management and banking industry. The programme does not assume a prior knowledge of the subject area but because of the nature of the subjects covered by the MSc in Finance is best suited to candidates who have a good level of numerical ability.

The Leicester MSc in Finance is a rigorous programme and is both intellectually challenging and ambitious. It will provide students with thorough understanding of the principle methods and techniques of financial management and give them a framework of reference, enabling them to deal with complex financial issues and handle them effectively. The strategic focus of the course will enhance students' ability to analyse any situation and to make sound strategic decisions. The programme is also developmental and encourages practical management skills using various approaches and methods including case studies.

The programme aims to introduce and develop an understanding of the concepts of finance and the role of financial management in a variety of organisations together with an appreciation of finance in a strategic sense. Students will be provided with a stimulating and intellectually challenging management development programme, along with a rigorous education in the concepts and techniques of financial management. The programme aims to advance their career in finance whilst offering scope to pursue academic work in this area.

Upon completion of the Leicester MSc programme, students will develop:

• Skills in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• An awareness of cultural sensitivity and the ability to work in a cross-cultural, multinational and team based environment
• The ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
• Capacity to think creatively and strategically
• Adopt a co-operative approach to problem solving
• Confidence to assess and analyse complex problems and make decisions
• An understanding of a wide range of management skills and operating techniques

The Leicester MSc in Finance consists of:

• 9 Core Modules
• 1 Management Project

The detailed programme structure is as follows:

The Leicester MSc programme provides students with maximum flexibility to allow candidates to remain in employment or professional practice while maintaining their earning power during their course of study. The programme also gives maximum enhancement of career prospects from continued experience and new qualifications, with minimum disruption of planned career path. It is a cost effective means of achieving additional skills and qualifications


Academic Support

Students will be supported by both the University of Leicester and Hartford Institute Singapore through various flexible mode of learning, including specially designed and written course materials, textbooks and additional readings and e-learning academic supports.

User-friendly online library and resource centre is available for students, together with an interactive learning environment directly supported by the University.


Assessment

Students will be assessed by combination of assessment methods as follows:

• 1 assignment for each core module
• 1 case study examination after Module 5
• 1 case study examination after Module 8
• 1 management project

Admission Criteria

• A good second-class honours degree from a recognised university or a professional equivalent
• At least 2 years of relevant experience
• Students with non-standard academic backgrounds but with suitable management or professional experience will be considered by the University on a case-by-case basis

Application Procedures

Completed application forms should be accompanied by:

• 2 photocopies of undergraduate certificates and transcripts to be certified as true copy by Hartford Institute Pte Ltd
• A detailed resume
• 2 Letter of References

The University of Leicester and Hartford Institute reserve the right to change the information, programme structure, curriculum, assessment, schedule and fees without prior notice.