Online MSc Course Structure

Given the uneven results of the global equity markets over the past years, the necessity of strong investment managers has increased considerably for businesses around the world. The MSc in Finance and Investment Management programme prepares students to understand the complexities of investing in order to achieve the proper balance between risk and reward. The programme consists of 4 common Finance generalist modules and 2 specialisation modules: Equity and Fixed Income Investment and Derivatives Application.

Online MSc in Finance and Investment Management Programme Structure

Specialisation Module 1: Equity and Fixed Income Investment

This module will introduce you to the foundations of equity and fixed income investment. The focus is on relevant valuation techniques. currently used by industry practitioners today. Examples include: the dividend discount model, the free cash flow model and the residual income model. You will be able to critically judge the appropriateness of these models. The risks associated with fixed income investment, and the measurement of yield spread are covered. In addition, valuation techniques for bond and interest rate risk measurement will be studied. This module also provides an introduction to real estate investment.

Learning outcomes:

• Identify principles and trends in the financial equity and fixed income investment.
• Determine and evaluate the nature equity and fixed income market.
• Demonstrate deep and systemic knowledge  of investment management.
• Critically evaluate the economic benefit of investing in equity, bonds and other securities.
• Reflect on the roles, skills and responsibilities needed for effective investment management

Specialisation Module 2:Derivatives Application

This module will equip students with the knowledge of how to use various derivatives including forwards, futures, options and swaps to manage risks in financial trading.  Students will leard the unique features of derivatives and will gain knowledge in combining derivatives to support  various risk management and hedging strategies.

Learning outcomes:

• Identify principles and trends in the financial derivative investment.
• Determine and evaluate the nature of the derivatives market.
• Demonstrate deep and systemic knowledge of risk management.
• Critically evaluate the economic benefit of investing in various financial derivatives.
• Reflect on the roles, skills and responsibilities needed for the effective management of financial risks.

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