MSc Finance and Management

The MSc in Finance and Management provides a solid grounding in finance and management principles with rigorous training in relevant tools and techniques, and how to apply them in the workplace. This degree programme is one of a set of postgraduate programmes designed by Cranfield University and offered at Muscat University. This is a dual degree programme, leading to the award of a Cranfield University degree and a Muscat University degree.

The MSc in Finance and Management aims to:

• Prepare students for a career in financial services.
• Provide students with a high level of financial skills.
• Give students a rounded view of business and its management.

We welcome applications from talented candidates of all backgrounds and each application is considered on its individual merit. Usually candidates must hold either a:

• Minimum of a “Good” undergraduate degree from an Oman institution in a relevant discipline, OR
• first or a second class UK honours degree in a relevant discipline, OR
• international degree – equivalent of UK qualifications

Candidates who do not meet these criteria may be considered if they have a professional qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACA, ACCA) together with 5 years’ post-qualification relevant work experience. Other relevant qualifications, together with significant experience, may be considered.

In addition, candidates will be required to show proficiency in English evidenced by:

• A minimum IELTS score of 6.5, including a minimum of 6.0 in the Writing component of the test, TOEFL (92 total and minimum component scores of 18 Reading, 19 Listening, 19 Speaking and 23 Writing) or Pearson PTE Academic (65) OR

• Successful completion of the Muscat University Pre-sessional programme