Open University · Distance learning
Finance (K24)
This qualification is designed to support professional development and practice across a range of finance roles, whether you're advancing your career or aspiring to enter the sector, in areas such as investment banking, portfolio management, corporate finance,…
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The Open University · Business and management
This qualification is designed to support professional development and practice across a range of finance roles, whether you're advancing your career or aspiring to enter the sector, in areas such as investment banking, portfolio management, corporate finance, treasury, and consultancy. It provides a solid grounding in corporate financing, the instruments and structures of financial markets, financial decision-making, mergers and acquisitions, and financial reporting. You'll learn how to conduct company and project valuations and estimate the cost of capital. The programme also introduces you to the key principles and instruments of Islamic finance, business ethics, and corporate financial strategy and governance. Key features of the course - Provides an up-to-date perspective on both theory and practice in national and international contexts. - Learn and apply the most important tools for financial analysis and decision support in corporations, financial institutions and other organisations. - Develop expertise in key areas of finance such as company valuation, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance and Islamic finance - Strengthen your digital literacy and critical thinking skills
Getting in
As the university states it
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. You should possess a good working knowledge of maths and be confident with spreadsheets. It would be advisable to self-assess your level of maths before registering for this qualification. Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend a minimum score of 6.5 under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Please see their website for details.
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