Financial Risk Management
Gain an understanding of the primary types of financial risks and their mitigation strategies, as well as assets, liabilities, and investment portfolio management tools, as part of the MSc Financial Risk Management curriculum. This comprehensive approach ensures that students develop the skills necessary for financial risk management, enabling them to make informed decisions and solve problems in the field.
Key Highlights
Start Date: Jan/ Apr/ Jul/ Oct
Campus: 100% Online
Credits: 90 ECTS credits
Duration*: Full-time: 12-14 months
Part-time: 24 months
*The maximum duration for completing the programme is 36 months from registration.
Language: English
Accreditation: MFHEA
Level: MQF/EQF - 7
Fees: £ 9,500 (Student Payment Plan Available)
Awarded By: LSBF Malta
Programme Highlights
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Understand the main types of financial risk and the strategies to mitigate them.
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Manage assets and liabilities and learn the importance of having a constant excess of interest earned from assets over interest paid to liabilities.
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Delve into the techniques for using derivatives instruments as both a risk and portfolio management tool.
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Design and develop financial models drawing from theories in international financial management, and learn how such models can be improved using the derivatives.
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Learn more about the characteristics of equity and fixed income investments and markets.
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Understand the role and functions of equity and fixed income securities in portfolio investment.
Learning Outcomes
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Identify and critically appraise the impact of the current global financial environment, monetary policy, and market efficiency on equity valuation.
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Critically evaluate and justify the methods of portfolio optimisation and asset management, and design well-diversified portfolios.
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Understand economic crises, their causes and impacts on financial markets.
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Critically analyse fintech tools and platforms to design investment strategies.
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Evaluate the pricing, profitability, and various types of financial risks; advise on the key strategic issues in management of risk in financial institutions.
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Practice critical thinking and problem-solving in financial risk management.
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Programme Structure
Stage I
- Business and Financial Analysis
- Quantitative Finance and Financial Markets
- Corporate Finance
Stage II
- Equity and Fixed Income Investments
- Derivatives and Alternative Investments
- Financial Risk Management
Stage III
- Integrative Research and Consultancy Project
**The specialisations are subject to change according to student demand.
Entry Requirement
Qualification
One of the following:
- Relevant undergraduate degree (any class, any subject area) or ACCA/CIMA or other equivalent professional qualifications.
- Applicants who do not meet the stated entry requirements may apply via the Mature Route. Applicants will be asked to provide evidence of three years’ managerial work experience, plus certificates/ transcripts of their highest qualifications achieved to date. Applications via this route are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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Application Documents
- Applicants who do not meet the academic criteria may be considered based on post-secondary level education and work experience under certain circumstances, subject to review from the LSBF Academic Admissions Board.
Language
One of the following:
- IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
- High school completed in English.
- Bachelors completed in English.
- 2 years of work experience in an English-speaking environment (upon approval by admissions board).
Memberships
LSBF has a flexible approach to learning with a modified delivery that places a greater emphasis on applied and interactive learning. Ultimately, we aim to ensure that every single type of learner will study more efficiently, effectively and enjoyably.
Enrol on the online Master of Science (MSc) Finance and Investments today:
- Become a member of a rapidly growing online community – consisting of more than 15000 students from 150 different countries
- Take part in live chat sessions with your tutors, mentors and classmates
- Receive comprehensive text books, lecture notes and revision kit
- Measure your knowledge via hundreds of case studies contained in HD quality video sessions
- Test your progress with quizzes, tests and a self-assessed
This Financial Management specialisation is perfect for those who want more from their careers. An MSc Finance and Investments can take you one step further to making a meaningful impact on the world of sales and marketing management, and this 100% online course will prepare you for today's complex and competitive business environment.
Each module will be delivered to you via:
- Professionally produced video lectures created by leading business practitioners.
- A designated tutor who will provide support and feedback throughout your programme.
- Case studies and discussion questions to enhance your understanding of theory in context.
- Downloadable e-books and digital library resources to aid your assignment writing and research.
- Access to online forums where you can share and discuss new concepts with fellow students and professionals from around the world.
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