Awards

Target Award

Award Description:Master of Science - MS
Alternative Exit
Alternative Exit

Programme Offerings

Part-Time

F2F-JMU-SEP

Educational Aims of the Course

The overall aim of the MSc Investment and Finance programme is to produce postgraduates that are able to make a valid and meaningful contribution within the fields of investment and finance. This will be achieved by exposing students to the current theories, concepts and developments within this discipline and by doing so, students will become competent and thoughtful practitioners. The MSc Investment and Finance will develop students' reflective, critical and evaluative thinking and judgement through the exposure of contemporary and current issues in investment and finance through teaching and learning that is strongly supported by research and professional practice. The specific aims of the programme are to: 1. provide students with an intellectually challenging programme of study that will focus on current issues, themes and applications in investment and finance. 2. develop or extend students' analytical, critical and problem solving skills appropriate for a role in investment and finance through the evaluation of literature and current practice. 3. provide clear career development opportunities for students aspiring to careers in investment and finance. 4. develop a learning environment which encourages the development of independent thought and learning in investment and finance. 5. establish strong links with the professional investment and finance bodies to enhance career opportunities.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Evaluate the importance of investment and finance and the application in a wider economic and business context.
2.
Apply investment and financial techniques drawn from current academic and practitioner research.
3.
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.
4.
Critically evaluate contemporary investment and financial issues, theories, models and concepts.
5.
Use advanced technological tools to source, present, analyse and interpret appropriate quantitative investment and financial data in appropriate forms.
6.
Evaluate a wide body of empirical and theoretical investment and financial research literature.
7.
Appraise and present complex investment and financial arguments to individuals and groups.
8.
Learn independently, through self-reflection with critical enquiry.
9.
Manage resources and time effectively to achieve intended goals with empathy towards others.
10.
Acquire appropriate use of learning resources and investment and financial databases.
11.
Effectively communicate as a leader both verbally, in writing and using a range of media.
12.
Develop confidence in synthesising findings and drawing appropriate conclusions and recommendations related to an issue being investigated.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Core knowledge and understanding is achieved by using a range of appropriate teaching and learning strategies. This is achieved through lectures and workshops. These will be further supported by the University's Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) Canvas as the basis for providing students with a range of teaching and learning materials including lecture and workshop materials, module handbooks, indicative and recommended books and journal papers, case study exercises, YouTube clips and website links. Knowledge and understanding is assessed using a range of techniques which include topic and case study reports, presentations, proposals, tests, vlogs and closed book examinations. Assessment of a student's intellectual skills will vary on the programme. Formative assessment will be used to critically analyse relevant literature, theories and models and explore and debate these within the context of group discussions within workshops. This will help inform and provide a sound foundation for the completion of summative assessments within each module. A range of different teaching methods will be used in the form of lectures and workshops to develop and enhance student intellectual skills. Technology will be fully utilised in the form of Bloomberg terminal tools, Excel, YouTube clips, Panopto, the BVDep company database and LJMU Discover to enhance the learning experience. Transferable skills will be developed throughout the programme providing students with the opportunity to develop a range of skills and attributes appropriate for a career in investment and finance.

Opportunities for work related learning

The MSc Investment and Finance programme is a practical professional postgraduate degree that will expose students to a wide range of domestic, national and international companies, industries and financial issues. All modules are practical and develop students' understanding of the professional needs of the investment and finance sectors. Students will all use Bloomberg Terminal tools and assess real-life data particular to the specifics of the module focus. There will be a wide range of practical assessments and case studies to reflect varying financial issues. Students will be given the opportunity to undertake the Microsoft Office Excel and Bloomberg Market Concepts Professional Qualifications. Those completing the dissertation module will be able to apply conceptual frameworks to significant research questions faced by the financial sector. Further information on investment and financial graduate opportunities and the skills required to fulfil these roles can be found at: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/careers

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

Completion of 60 taught credits provides Postgraduate Certificate in Investment and Finance. Completion of 120 taught credits provides Postgraduate Diploma in Investment and Finance. Completion of 180 credits awards the MSc Investment and Finance. 7000LBSIF Research and Quantitative Methods for Finance module needs to be passed prior to the submission … For more content click the Read More button below.

Entry Requirements

IELTS
Other international requirements
RPL
Undergraduate degree

HECoS Code(s)

(CAH17-01) business and management