Overview
The MSc/MPhil Industrial Finance and Investments programme is developed with the broader aim of producing new generation of Financial Managers and Investment Analysts; while promoting techniques of achieving financial and investment systems efficiency. The course content provides a sound, broadly-based education covering the advanced principles in finance, financial markets and institutions, treasury and investments. By working closely with industry to understand their needs, this two-year programme is designed to produce graduates with top-notch knowledge and skills that businesses tell us they require.
Modules and courses
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Course Code |
Course Name |
SS |
T |
P |
C |
|
Year One: Semester One |
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MIFI 561 |
Research Methods |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 563 |
Mathematics for Finance & Investment |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 565 |
Accounting for Finance Specialists |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 567 |
Economic Environment of Finance and Investment |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 569 |
Financial Markets and Institutions |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 571 |
Corporate Finance and Investment |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
Financial Modeling with Spreadsheet Applications I (Seminar) |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
|
Total |
MPhil/MSc 1st Semester |
24 |
18 |
6 |
18 |
|
Year One: Semester Two |
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|
MIFI 562 |
Ethics and Financial Regulation |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 564 |
Financial Econometrics |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 566 |
Derivatives and Risk Management |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 568 |
Strategic Financial Management |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 570 |
International Money and Finance |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
Elective Courses [Select any One (1)] |
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|
MIFI 572 |
Investment Banking and Asset Management |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 574 |
Entrepreneurial Finance and Management |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
Financial Modeling with Spreadsheet Applications II (Seminar) |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
|
MSc Thesis (Project Work) - Mandatory |
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MIFI 580 |
MSc Thesis |
18 |
- |
18 |
9 |
|
TOTAL |
MSc 2nd Semester |
42 |
18 |
24 |
27 |
|
MPhil 2nd Semester |
24 |
18 |
6 |
18 |
|
|
Year Two: Semester One (MPHIL ONLY) |
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|
MIFI 651 |
Advanced Topics in Finance & Investment (By Seminars) |
4 |
3 |
1 |
3 |
|
MIFI 690 |
MPhil Thesis |
36 |
- |
36 |
18 |
|
TOTAL |
MPhil (Year 2 Semester 1) |
40 |
3 |
37 |
21 |
|
Year Two: Semester Two (MPHIL ONLY) |
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|
MIFI 690 |
MPHIL Thesis (Seminars) |
- |
- |
- |
|
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Total Credits |
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|
Grand Total Credits |
MSc |
66 |
36 |
30 |
45 |
|
MPhil |
84 |
39 |
49 |
57 |
|
Mode of course delivery
The programme is offered through distance education, a learning oriented system allowing greater flexibility in learning while students continue with their regular professional work. The programme is offered in a mixed mode format. The approach uses print and electronic media in order to be responsive to the needs of the learner and also maximize the use of technology in course delivery.
At the heart of the programme is excellent online learning materials developed by capable and competent resource persons from KNUST and other recognized institutions.
Academic Support Systems/Services
Limited face-to-face facilitated sessions are provided at all the Learning Centres. These sessions are supported by print and electronic materials, and local learning facilitators who also support and direct students as they work through the resources provided.
The Centres provide learning support to students living in different parts of the country, thus reducing travel expenses.
Learning centres
Head of department
Exam officer
Programme coordinator
- A good First degree, preferably Second class lower or better in the following disciplines: Accounting; Commerce; Business Administration; Banking and Finance; Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Actuarial Science; Engineering, Physics, Computer Science and related disciplines.
OR:
- A final Professional Certificate (i.e. Chartered Level) from ACCA, ICAG, CFA and CIMA plus a minimum of 2 years working experience.
