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Open University: Finance (E83)
| Institution | Open University |
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| Department | The Open University |
| Web | http://www.open.ac.uk |
| general-enquiries@open.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0300 303 5303 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This qualification will support your professional development and practice across a range of finance roles, including investment banking, portfolio management, corporate finance, treasury, and consultancy. It provides a solid grounding in key areas, such as corporate financing, the instruments and structures of financial markets, financial decision-making, valuation, mergers and acquisitions, and financial reporting. The programme also develops competencies in applying statistical and econometric techniques, and equips you with knowledge of the fundamentals of Islamic finance, business ethics, corporate financial strategy, and governance. You'll choose between specialising in either derivatives and financial risk management or investment and portfolio management.
Key features of the course
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Provides an up-to-date perspective on both theory and practice in national and international contexts
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Learn and apply the key tools for financial analysis and decision support
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Develops your competencies in statistical and econometric analysis
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Strengthens your digital literacy skills, research capabilities and critical thinking skills
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Opens up the opportunity to progress to the MSc in Finance in just one more year by completing a dissertation module.
Postgraduate Diploma
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Location | Distance Learning Online None |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You must hold a bachelors degree awarded by a recognised UK university or equivalent. Please contact us if you hold a qualification that you believe is an equivalent level to a UK degree to ensure that it meets the requirements for admission. This diploma requires an aptitude for analytical and quantitative methods to engage with theories of finance and their applications. You should possess a good working knowledge of maths and be confident with spreadsheets. To help you decide whether you are ready, you’ll find more information by following the links to our website. |
| Location | Distance Learning Online None |
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