International Finance

Module Description

The starting point for understanding any financial market is to recognise that, on a large scale, firms and governments have to turn to institutions and markets to finance their core operations.  

The fundamental fact underpinning this module is that such large players’ financial operations take place in financial markets that are international in character. This is especially so in view of the fact that following the 1970s, globalisation quickly expanded, both in scale and in character. 

This module will help you understand the characteristics of a globalised financial world and a variety of theories which seek to explain the ways in which finance is handled internationally. 

Entry Requirements

Candidates who apply for this course must possess one of the following: 

• a Level 6 degree in a related field;  

OR  

• a Level 5 diploma or higher diploma in a discipline related to finance or equivalent, and 5 years’ work experience in a supervisory or managerial role within the sector. 

Preference is given to applicants having a Level 6 degree in a discipline related to finance and a minimum of 3 years’ work experience in management within the sector.  

Target Audience

The course is targeted at:  

• professionals seeking a career in the financial services industry.  

• professionals already working in finance who are aiming to move into banking, corporate finance, financial analysis and/or investment/portfolio management. 

Career Paths

The possible positions for which this programme aims to prepare you for include, but are not limited to: 

• financial analyst 
• senior finance manager 
• finance director 
• chief financial officer 
• risk manager  
• portfolio manager 
• investment manager  
• fund manager  
• compliance manager  

How you’ll be assessed

The method of assessment is assignment-based.  

The course comprises:  

• 6 lectures per module; 
• 3-hour lectures (evening); 
• 12 hours of online content per module, comprising asynchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.