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Master of Business Administration Finance

As the business world becomes increasingly complex, today's business professionals must have a diverse skillset. These new business professionals must be agile and approach challenges with a systems-thinking mindset and, increasingly, must have a focused area of specialization.

A graduate master's degree is a great way to highlight these in-demand skills and showcase subject matter expertise, as well as gain knowledge that can be applied to your workplace from day one.

DEADLINE: MONDAY 31/08/2020

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Admission Requirements

This is a rigorous 2-year programme. Students take such courses as Financial Management, Analysis of Financial Markets, Investment Management, and Economics. In the second year, in addition to courses in finance and other areas, students also write a two-semester long essay under supervision.

Faculty

Professors at Knutsford will push you to do more, think more and learn more. It's what they do — and it's why their students love them.

Curriculum

The MAB in Finance is open to recent college graduates who may have an undergraduate degree in business. The programme will give students a solid foundation with the core skills and knowledge needed to launch a career in Finance

Career

The Career and Professional Development department of Knutsford University College is committed to the growth and achievement of our graduates. It provides hands-on guidance, career-building tools, and access to an extensive network of students, alumni, and employers.

Financial Aid

The Financial Aid Office at Knutsford Business School is committed to assisting students to explore and understand all the financial aid options that are available to help you manage your financial planning and ensure that you are able to achieve your educational goals.

Learning Outcome

Graduates of the master's programme in Finance will demonstrate a values-based curriculum focused on personal and professional growth.

Master of Business Administration (Finance)

Programmes Overview

This is a rigorous 2-year programme. Students take such courses as Financial Management, Analysis of Financial Markets, Investment Management, and Economics. In the second year, in addition to courses in finance and other areas, students also write a two-semester long essay under supervision. The MBA programme is also available during the weekend for busy workers who cannot enrol for the regular MBA programme. It is structured the same way as the regular MBA programme however lectures are on Fridays from 6:00pm – 9:00pm and Saturdays from 7:30am – 8:30pm.

Admission Requirements
The requirement is a good first degree (at least a Second Class Lower) from a recognised university with at least two (2) years relevant work experience. There is one admission in August every year. An entrance examination or interview may be conducted.

Courses

Boost Your Career in Finance

Learn more about Knutsford's courses online business administration graduate masters degree, designed for professionals.

Survey of Finance for Managers

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Managing Risk in Organizations

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Impact of Globalization on Business

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MBA Leadership Seminar

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Academic Excellence

Prepare For What's Next

Master's degrees from accredited MBA programmes are in high demand in the business world, and employment in master’s-level occupations is projected to grow by almost 17 percent from 2016 to 2026. A master's degree also pays off: the median salary for professionals with a master's degree is $72,800+.*

*Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), 2019; job titles: Monster, 2019

TOP JOBS FOR MBA GRADUATES

  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Management Consultant
  • Senior Product Manager
  • Marketing Director
  • IT Director
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Business Development Director
  • Operations Manager
  • Senior Financial Analyst

Build Your Career Future

By the time you complete the academic and internship requirements for your Masters of Science in Finance degree, you will be able to:

  • Observe and interpret financial markets to uncover potential opportunities;
  • Apply best practices in financial management to make plans, organize projects, monitor outcomes, and provide financial leadership;
  • Apply best practices to create, evaluate, and rebalance financial portfolios to achieve investment outcomes;
  • Develop and apply financial models and use datasets to make financial decisions;
  • Synthesize concepts from multiple business disciplines to address novel, systems-level business situations;
  • Analyze and evaluate evidence and appraise alternative viewpoints;
  • Apply business theories and concepts to practical problems;
  • Use written, oral, and nonverbal messages to convey ideas, information, and intentions effectively in the business environment;
  • Leverage digital tools to support successful business decision-making, organizational communication, business operations, and customer relations;
  • Use team skills, such as leadership, followership, and human relations, to promote organizational effectiveness and contribute meaningfully to team projects;
  • Diagnose communication issues and evaluate business environments in multinational and multicultural case settings and propose appropriate solutions;
  • Use analytic and quantitative techniques to understand data, make sound inferences, and make well-supported decisions;
  • Participate in community-based projects that make a difference in the civic life of our communities and reflect on the ethical and societal implications of such activities for corporations;
  • Use multiple approaches to generate alternative innovative, organizational change strategies;
  • Develop a personal code of values and ethics that includes, among other things, a commitment to understanding yourself and others; and
  • Diagnose your own learning needs and formulate goals and strategies to seek knowledge from multiple sources.

Expect More of Knutsford Business School

EXPECT CONVENIENCE

Our programmes are designed for busy adults. Go to school wherever and whenever is best for you, on the device of your choice.

EXPECT SUPPORT

Your education journey at KBS is our priority and our student support team has your back every step of the way.

EXPECT A CAREER FOCUS

Everything you learn in our online classrooms is relevant and immediately applicable to your work.

EXPECT BEST FACULTY

Learn from practitioner faculty working in the field, with real-world experience and knowledge.

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