MSc International Finance and Corporate Accountability

Course content

The MSc dissertation is then completed between May and August.

International Finance

Semester 1 (mandatory)

This course examines the FOREX market and other key issues in International Finance. Traditional and modern theories of exchange rate determination are reviewed. The problem of financial crises, why they are transmitted across countries and the policy implications of the global financial crisis are also considered.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Semester 1 (mandatory)

Develops understanding of corporate social responsibility within the international business context and also alongside environmental responsibility as part of sustainable business development. Also looks at the conflicts and barriers to implementing corporate social responsibility within global supply chains and the conflicting wants of business and society with regard to issues of globalisation, development and social justice.

Corporate Governance

Semester 1 (mandatory)

Develops understanding of issues relating to corporate governance and the financial research methods used to approach them including principal-agent theory, ownership structure and control, board of directors, CEO turnover, mergers and acquisitions and state versus private ownership.

Emerging Financial Markets

Semester 2 (mandatory)

Supplements understanding of mainstream finance during the year, and applies it to the specific circumstances of emerging financial markets. This exposure is also designed to assist you with identifying possible dissertation topics and data sources.

Derivatives

Semester 2 (mandatory)

Develops a thorough understanding of financial derivative instruments, and be able to appraise their application in risk management.

Research Methods

Semester 2 (mandatory)

Looking at both qualitative and quantitative techniques this course will equip students with the means to develop and carry out their own research projects and to evaluate the contributions of others.

Entry requirements

A good Honours degree (first or second class), or its non-UK equivalent, in a relevant subject from a recognised British or overseas university.

Work or project experience in the area of finance will be of further advantage.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, or your first degree was not taught in English, we’ll need to see evidence of your English language ability.

The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) with no component lower than 6.0.

If you do not have IELTS 6.5, we offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement for this programme prior to commencing your studies:

• 14 weeks English (for IELTS of 5.5 with minimum of 5.0 in all skills)
• 10 weeks English (for IELTS of 5.5 with minimum of 5.5 in reading & writing and minimum of 5.0 in speaking & listening)
• 6 weeks English (for IELTS of 5.5 with minimum 5.5 in all skills)

Fees

* If you are unsure which category you fall in to, you should complete a fee status enquiry form, which allows us to assess your fees.

** Fee per course