Title of the Final Award

1. Masters in Finance,Financial Analysis –Designed using the CFA Program Candidate Body Of Knowledge (CBOK)
2. Masters in Finance,Management Studies

Programme Aim

The MSc programme is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to compete and excel in today’s complex and evolving investment industry. Whether a candidate is an aspiring or a practicing investment professional the programme is designed to cover the fundamentals of investment tools, company valuation and portfolio management. The programme is delivered using a variety of delivery methods including taught modules, practical workshops, careers support and applied business project. Participants have the option of selecting between a number of pathways that serve key areas of specialisations to enrich their degree experiences.

Programme Learning Outcomes

• Critically understand and apply Ethical and Professional standards in the investment field
• knowledge and comprehension of investment tools
• Advanced investment analysis and portfolio management skills
• knowledge and comprehension of assets valuation concepts and methods
• Critically understand relevant concepts and theories of different management functions in an ever-changing environment
• Critical thinking and problem solving for decision making

Who is it for?

• Graduates with a desire to develop their knowledge and skills in finance and management before seeking their first professional role
• Professionals with work experience in the area of finance or management who are seeking to take their career to the next level
• Individuals who want to be taught by faculty who have experience of business and industry and can bring their knowledge to the programme

Admissions Requirements

• Applicants holding a BSc degree, either:

*Minimum of a “Good” undergraduate degree from an Omani institution, OR
*Minimum of a second-class UK honours degree or its equivalent. OR
*A degree below good or second-class Honours can be considered with minimum of 2 years relevant work experience

• Applicants holding an Advanced Diploma degree:

*A 2-year Diploma holder can be considered with minimum of 6 years relevant work experience, 3 training certificates and a no objection letter from the company. Subject to approval from Ministry of Higher Education Research and Innovation.

• English language requirement:

IELTS: Academic test – minimum overall score of 6.0
TOEFL: Internet-based test – minimum score of 78.