Master of Science - MS

Level 7 Core

Level 7

Programme Structure

Where English is not the students first language, or their first degree was not wholly assessed in English, an IELTS score of 6.5 (minimum of 5.5 in all elements, or equivalent) or Pearson score of 59-64 (Min. 51 in each component) must be achieved.

Where English is not the students first language, or their first degree was not wholly assessed in English, an IELTS score of 6.5 (minimum of 5.5 in all elements, or equivalent) or Pearson score of 59-64 (Min. 51 in each component) must be achieved. Offerings: All

Candidates may qualify for entry to the programme on the basis of considerable relevant work experience normally comprising at least three years at managerial or equivalent level which would be subject to scrutiny by the programme team.

Candidates may qualify for entry to the programme on the basis of considerable relevant work experience normally comprising at least three years at managerial or equivalent level which would be subject to scrutiny by the programme team. Offerings: All

Candidates must be able to satisfy the LJMU and School admissions requirements in one of the following ways: A relevant undergraduate degree from a recognised University or equivalent awarding institution at second class honours level or above. A professional qualification recognised as equivalent to the above. An award which the university has agreed to accept as equivalent to a degree.

Candidates must be able to satisfy the LJMU and School admissions requirements in one of the following ways: A relevant undergraduate degree from a recognised University or equivalent awarding institution at second class honours level or above. A professional qualification recognised as equivalent to the above. An award which the university has agreed to accept as equivalent to a degree. Offerings: All

Evaluate a wide body of empirical and theoretical investment and financial research literature.

Appraise and present complex investment and financial arguments to individuals and groups.

Manage resources and time effectively to achieve intended goals with empathy towards others.

Critically evaluate contemporary investment and financial issues, theories, models and concepts.

Acquire appropriate use of learning resources and investment and financial databases.

Apply investment and financial techniques drawn from current academic and practitioner research.

Effectively communicate as a leader both verbally, in writing and using a range of media.

Use advanced technological tools to source, present, analyse and interpret appropriate quantitative investment and financial data in appropriate forms.

Learn independently, through self-reflection with critical enquiry.

Develop confidence in synthesising findings and drawing appropriate conclusions and recommendations related to an issue being investigated.

Assess complex investment and financial problems and scenarios according to individual, organisational and societal needs using structured approaches drawn from a range of models and methods.

Evaluate the importance of investment and finance and the application in a wider economic and business context.

Course Catalogue

Investment and Finance - 36688 - MSc