MSc Financial Management
Course overview
The MSc Financial Management at Solent University, Southampton, is designed to prepare students for the finance industry. The course teaches them to understand the important role of finance in business and how to make strategic financial decisions. They will study global financial trends, the difficulties of financial sustainability, and learn how to analyse and understand financial data using appraisal methods. Students will be taught by an experienced team and will have access to a dedicated Bloomberg suite for real-time market information.
The course teaches many useful skills for any workplace, such as research, analysis, communication, and leadership. These abilities are highly valued by all employers. Students' progress will be assessed through different methods, including presentations, written coursework, reports, and a final major project. Additionally, every student has the option to complete a free Certificate in Practical Artificial Intelligence alongside their degree, which will help prepare them for a varied and successful career after they graduate.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need to have an honours degree at 2:2 or higher in any related subject. It is important that all applicants show a clear passion and interest for business, management, or enterprise in their application.
- Those who do not have a degree but possess significant and relevant work experience in this area may also be considered for entry; they should contact the University to discuss their eligibility.
English Language Requirements:
- If English is not the applicant's first language, they will need to show that their English skills are good enough for the course. The lowest scores the University accepts are an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in the writing section and at least 5.5 in the reading, listening, and speaking sections.
- The University will also accept similar scores from other official tests, such as the TOEFL IBT or the Duolingo English Language Test.
Career opportunities
An MSc Financial Management from Solent University, Southampton, prepares graduates for roles that require a high-level understanding of corporate finance and financial strategy. The major career paths include:
- Financial Manager
- Financial Investment Specialist
- General Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Risk Manager
Cost of study
The tuition fee for full-time international students for the MSc Financial Management in Solent University, Southampton is £18,350.
Admission
Applications for this postgraduate course are made directly to Solent University rather than through UCAS. We suggest that applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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