MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management

The MSc in Financial Analysis and Fund Management is a very challenging programme that offers students the opportunity to study for the level I and level II CFA exams at the same time as the MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management.

The MSc in Financial Analysis and Fund Management is one of a limited number of programmes globally which has been awarded ‘Program Partner’ Status by the CFA institute, this means that the programme covers at least 70% of the CFA level I and II syllabus.

Run by the Xfi Centre for Finance and Investment, it is a twelve month full-time programme, and is designed for those wishing to learn fundamental and advanced theory in investment analysis.

Students on this programme will have access to a dedicated Thomson Reuters lab and in addition to Data stream and other financial databases and software systems.

All of the following are included in the fees for this programme:

• MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management programme
• The three-week induction and foundation programme
• Four weekend CFA dedicated training sessions
• The cost of enrolment and registration for two CFA exams
• The CFA level I and II text books
• A CFA approved calculator

CFA® Track

The MSc in Financial Analysis and Fund Management with CFA® Track enables you to take Levels I and II of the Chartered Financial Analyst qualification, while also continuing to study Financial Analysis and Fund Management. We provide extensive additional training for the CFA® level I and II professional examinations in December and June.

MSc Only Track

With the MSc Only Track, you are not required to register for the CFA® exams, or attend the workshops organised for those on the CFA® Track.

CFA® is a trademark owned by the CFA Institute.

Study abroad and gain a second Masters qualification

The double degree option enables you to gain a second Masters qualification by studying for a year with one of our prestigious partner universities. For more information on this and other postgraduate study abroad opportunities, visit the Business School’s Study Abroad webpages.

Programme structure

This programme is a 12 month full-time programme, studied over three terms. It is based at the Exeter campus of the University throughout this time.

The programme begins with a three week full-time, compulsory, induction and foundation course. The induction includes an introduction to several of the subject areas covered in the programme, in particular accounting. It also includes a week of preparation for the CFA® exams, delivered by a dedicated CFA® trainer.

The taught components of the programme are delivered in the first two terms, with the third term, and most of the summer, spent researching and writing a dissertation.

During the first two terms, we also provide four weekend sessions delivered by CFA® trainers. The purpose of which is to provided specific help and training for students sitting the CFA® exams.

Start date: September

The programme in its entirety, including the mandatory foundation course, runs from September to September.

In 2016, the intensive mandatory foundation course will commence on the 1st September.

Modules

During the programme you will study modules (including the dissertation) totalling 180 credits. Please note that modules are subject to change. To ensure a high level of coverage of the CFA® syllabus all of the modules on this programme are compulsory.

• Descriptions of the individual modules are given in full on the Business School postgraduate module list.

The modules we outline here provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.

Learning and teaching

Our postgraduate taught programmes utilise a range of teaching methods including lectures, seminars and tutorials.

Lectures

The aim of lectures is to give you information on ideas that are central to the module and to help you in developing your understanding of complex ideas. Many of the teaching materials for lectures are made available to you electronically to accompany the notes you take during the lecture. Lectures are given by a range of staff members, including leading professors, who integrate their latest research findings into the teaching that you receive. Guest lecturers, including members of industry, also contribute to some modules.

Seminars and tutorials

Seminars and tutorials involve an in-depth exploration of the issues covered in lectures as well as giving you the opportunity to discuss various concepts and theories and receive feedback on your written assignments.

Assessment

Modules are assessed through a mixture of group work, coursework, project work and examinations; the weighting of each of these components will vary according to the academic requirements of the module. Examinations are normally held at the end of the module, in January and May/June.

Careers

After obtaining your MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management you will be able to look at these two main areas for roles and careers you may want to pursue: Investment Banking and Financial Services.

Cost & Fees

• UK/EU: £12,700 full-time*
• International: £24,000 full-time*

These fees include registration and enrolment fees for two exams of the CFA® professional qualification and core textbooks for the CFA® syllabus. Students who do not wish to undertake the CFA® professional qualification should contact the School for the latest fee information.

Why the University of Exeter?

‘Exeter’s success is richly deserved…it has consistently embodied the very best in British Higher education.’ Alastair McCall, Editor of The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide

1. A top ranking UK university, with a growing global reputation

We are a Russell Group university ranked 7th in the The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide and in the top one per cent of universities in the world ( Times Higher Education ). We score particularly highly for ‘international outlook’ and the University welcomes staff and students from over 130 countries.

The experience of our overseas students is second to none: in 2015 we won the ‘International Student Choice’ award (WhatUni).

Our reputation benefits all our postgraduates who successfully complete their programme or research: the employability rate of our postgraduates actually rose during the recession and our postgraduates are regularly employed with a range of blue chip organisations.

2. Degree programmes developed from leading research

We offer over 150 postgraduate programmes. Please see the programme pages here for full details of available opportunities as well as information on funding and fees and contact us using the enquiry form for further information.

We are the fastest growing research-intensive university in the UK. Ninety-eight per cent of our research is of international quality and world-leading research can be found in all our subject areas ( Research Exercise Framework, 2014 ). Our postgraduate research students and early career researchers contributed to a large proportion of these papers. All PhD and doctoral students benefit from the support and training provided by our Doctoral College.

Prospective PhD students can find out more about studying for a PhD through the online module available on Exeter’s website. Alternatively please use the enquiry form on this page to contact us for more information.

Masters students also benefit from our research strength as often are lecturers are also our researchers – those writing the books and research papers. The teaching and knowledge received is at the forefront of knowledge and you will benefit from access to the latest thinking, equipment and resources.

3. Scholarships and funding

We offer over 100 fully-funded PhD studentships annually, most of which are open to EU students and some are made available to international students. We also offer numerous scholarships – normally competitive and merit-based – to Masters students. The total package this year exceeds over £500,000 this year, opening up the opportunity for a Masters degree from the University of Exeter to many.

Contact us for information on available scholarships.

4. Beautiful campuses and the ideal postgraduate study environment

We provide postgraduates with an inspiring and supportive environment in which to study for a Masters or PhD degree.

Two campuses are based in the historic city of Exeter while the Penryn Campus near Falmouth offers the very latest academic, research and residential facilities.

A safe, student-friendly city, Exeter is consistently rated one of the best places to live in the UK for the quality of its facilities, low crime rate and fantastic countryside, while students based in Cornwall study at a campus where the environment and sustainability underpin much of the research and teaching, in county renowned for its glorious coast and natural beauty.

In order to maintain our growing international reputation, we are investing significantly in the very latest facilities. Iconic new buildings like the Forum have been created through a £475 million investment programme in new buildings, research centres, student residences and campus facilities.

But ambition and success have not changed the University’s charisma, or the attractiveness of its campuses. Ask any Exeter graduate about their memories and many will talk about the friendliness of staff and students. First class teaching and research combine with a relaxed and approachable atmosphere.

Postgraduates are an integral part of the University and are well represented through the award winning Students’ Guild. This offers Masters students support through the Postgraduate Forum and Postgraduate Society as well as a wide range of clubs and societies.

‘There is energy, dynamism and talent at Exeter in great abundance.’ Jonathan Dimbleby, Broadcaster, Honorary Graduate