Financial Management

The Global MBA (Financial Management) provides the advanced skills needed for a career in the financial industry, and provides the tools necessary to succeed in managerial positions.

Start Dates

January, April, July, October

Duration

18 - 36 months

Fees

£9,000

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Global MBA

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This online master’s prepares you for a career in the financial industry, and provides the tools necessary to succeed in managerial positions across the sector.

This MBA specialisation places emphasis on corporate performance management. As well as acquiring knowledge and skills in core business disciplines such as management, finance, operations and marketing, you will gain an in-depth understanding of corporate reporting, including the preparation of financial statements and the evaluation of the financial performance of entities. You will also learn the approaches, current practices, and evaluation of performance management and control.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Global MBA (Financial Management) will possess career-ready skills in:

  • Utilising financial reporting standards
  • Formulating and improving corporate management strategy
  • Implementing marketing strategies to achieve a competitive advantage
  • Maximising corporate value, and reducing corporate risk
  • Leadership at senior level management positions

Online Delivery

You will study your programme with London School of Business & Finance. Your programme modules and learning content are delivered via the Canvas study platform, and feature the following resources:

  • Professionally produced video lectures created by leading business practitioners
  • A designated tutor who will provide support and feedback throughout your programme
  • Case studies and discussion questions to enhance your understanding of theory in context
  • Downloadable e-books and free library resources to aid your assignment writing and research
  • Access to online forums where you can share and discuss new concepts with fellow students and professionals from around the world

Entry Requirements

  • UK undergraduate degree or equivalent - any subject area
  • English levels 5.5 IELTS (5.5 in all bands) or equivalent*
  • Relevant work experience is an asset, but no work experience is required

Syllabus

The Global MBA syllabus reflects the international marketplace by combining the latest in management theory with the practical skills that modern employers need. It is a comprehensive programme that examines key fundamentals such as finance, strategic management, operations management, and marketing. You can either enrol on the standard programme with a fixed syllabus of six modules, or select one of 10 specialisations featuring two elective modules to tailor your degree to fit your career goals.

The latter part of the programme involves a research project – including writing your MBA dissertation. Each programme module is worth 10 ECTS credits. The final dissertation project is valued at 30 ECTS credits. Follow this link to see the full programme syllabus

Class Profile

Information based on the class of 2015-2016 

 

Testimonials

The tutors were always available and helpful, answering questions, supporting challenges on all modules.

— Giorgio Zaccarian, Italy