International Financial Management, MSc

COURSE OVERVIEW

If you’re considering a career in finance the MSc Financial Management course at Swansea University will give you the knowledge and skills you need.

The programme will help you develop an advanced and in-depth understanding of the academic theory of finance, with a strong practical perspective, giving you a significant edge in this competitive global sector.

You don’t need a background in accounting or finance to study this one year conversion course. It’s designed for students from any background who are interested in moving into a career in finance. It’s designed to enhance your undergraduate study and accelerate you into your chosen profession anywhere in the world.

The programme is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and includes exemption from up to five ACCA Fundamental exams. This is based on your prior learning and prevents you having to study the same topics you’ve already been taught.

The School of Management also has strong links with the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, the Chartered Banker Institute, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment, and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). This close affiliation with professional bodies will enhance your career prospects and give you the edge to thrive in today’s competitive world.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

We have an excellent track record of placing our graduates with major multinational companies.

Your MSc International Financial Management programme, with its ACCA accreditation, will prove to employers you have the ability in all aspects of business and that you are a strategic thinker with strong financial know how and the right business acumen.

Your next step could lie in any of these roles:

• Assistant Tax Advisor
• IT Consultant
• Trainee Accountant
• Recruitment Consultant

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.