Master of Science in Financial Services
Gain practical and theoretical knowledge of today’s financial sector, from banking and risk to treasury, pensions and insurance.
- Award
- Master's degree
- Duration
- 18 months minimum
- Study mode
- 100% online
- School
- Business
About the programme
This programme is for people who want to broaden their knowledge and competence in managing an organisation’s financial resources. It covers financial strategy, investment banking, risk management and global financial operations.
In Year 2 you choose an elective to specialise in an area such as credit, treasury, insurance or pension management, or explore financial innovation and entrepreneurship.
What you will study
Year 1
- Research Methods
- Risk Management
- Commercial Banking
- Investment Banking
- Retail Financial Services
- International Banking
Year 2
- Project Finance
- Dissertation
Year 2 elective (choose one)
- Financial Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Credit Management
- Global Treasury Operations
- Insurance Management
- Pension Management
Entry requirements
- A degree from a recognised institution, or a professional qualification such as CIMA, ACCA, ZIM, ZICA, CIM, CILTS, CFA or CIPS
- At least two years of post-qualification experience in a managerial or professional capacity
Assessment
Continuous assessment through assignments, reports, tests, quizzes and case studies, plus final examinations. The weighting varies by course. Year 2 includes a dissertation.
Career pathways
- Roles in banking, financial markets, pensions and insurance management
- Investment adviser or trading participant
- Financial services entrepreneur
Fees
Local: K13,500 per semester
International: USD 1,250 per semester, or Kwacha equivalent
Intake
Contact Admissions for the next intake date.
+260 211 232093/5