Programme Specification for the 2023/4 academic year
MSc Finance and Management (9 Months)
1. Programme Details
| Programme name | MSc Finance and Management (9 Months) | Programme code | PTS0SBESBE02 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study mode(s) | Full Time |
Academic year | 2023/4 |
| Campus(es) | Streatham (Exeter) |
NQF Level of the Final Award | 7 (Masters) |
2. Description of the Programme
The MSc Finance and Management provides a good foundation in finance together with an overview of management functions within an organisation. It is an ideal qualification for anyone wanting to start or progress their career in the finance function of an organisation and then move into general management later. It is relevant to working in small business where the ability to control finances is essential, within the finance function of large business organisations, and also in public sector organisations.
The modules in the first term provide you with a foundation in financial management, investment decisions and research skills in finance, as well as an introduction to the main ideas and functions of international business and marketing. In the second term you will study corporate finance, strategy, plus four additional options. In addition, intensive computer training covering Thomson Reuters Datastream and other financial database software systems, is incorporated into relevant modules. You can select a short investment analysis dissertation as one of the options.
The programme offers a choice of the full range of options in both finance and management; it is possible to tailor this programme to match your career goals.
3. Educational Aims of the Programme
1. provide students with an in-depth training in the skills necessary to analyse problems arising primarily in the field of investments and selected areas of management and to reach reasoned solutions to these
2. bring students up to date with results and issues arising in selected areas of academic research in both finance and management
3. provide students, through practical sessions, with the additional skills necessary to apply their knowledge to complex situations arising currently in financial markets and to offer research backed solutions to complex management problems
4. equip students to follow careers such as investment analyst or portfolio managers, or enter research programmes.
4. Programme Structure
5. Programme Modules
The following tables describe the programme and constituent modules. Constituent modules may be updated, deleted or replaced as a consequence of the annual programme review of this programme.
Your MSc Finance and Management programme is a 9 month programme of study at National Qualification Framework (NQF) level 7 (as confirmed against the FHEQ. The programme is also divided into units of study called ‘modules’ which are assigned a number of ‘credits’. The credit rating of a module is proportional to the total workload, with 1 credit being nominally equivalent to 10 hours of work.
This programme is available for study nine months full-time over three terms from October to June and is University-based throughout this time. During the programme you will study modules totalling 180 credits.
Please note that all options are available timetable permitting and may change.
Stage 1
Compulsory Modules
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEAM047 | Fundamentals of Financial Management | 15 | No |
| BEAM032 | Investment Analysis 1 | 15 | No |
| BEMM068 | Managing Competitive Strategy | 15 | No |
| BEMM148 | Marketing Strategy | 15 | No |
Optional Modules
You will choose options totalling 120 credits from a regularly updated selection:
| Code | Module | Credits | Non-condonable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEAM050 | Advanced Corporate Finance | 15 | No |
| BEAM031 | Financial Instruments | 15 | No |
| BEMM114 | Managing Operations | 15 | No |
| BEMM116 | Principles of International Business | 15 | No |
| BEAM033 | Banking and Financial Services | 15 | No |
| BEAM035 | Derivatives Pricing | 15 | No |
| BEAM036 | Domestic and International Portfolio Management | 15 | No |
| BEMM394 | Entrepreneurship: New Venture Creation | 15 | No |
| BEAM042 | International Financial Management | 15 | No |
| BEAM038 | Investment Analysis 2 | 15 | No |
| BEMM071 | Leadership and Global Challenges | 15 | No |
| BEMM059 | International Human Resource Management | 15 | No |
| BEMM118 | Strategic Innovation Management | 15 | No |
| BEAM029 | Topics in Financial Economics | 15 | No |
| BEAM052 | Corporate Governance and Finance | 15 | No |
| BEAM053 | Mergers, Management Buyouts and Other Corporate Reorganisations | 15 | No |
| BEAM046 | Financial Modelling | 15 | No |
| BEMM786 | Service Design and Innovation | 15 | No |
| BEAM065 | Bank Management | 15 | No |
| BEAM072 | Principles of Finance | 15 | No |
6. Programme Outcomes Linked to Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
Intended Learning Outcomes
A: Specialised Subject Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
1. the ability to analyse critically problems arising in portfolio management and/or investment analysis (including where appropriate international issues); | Teaching is by lectures and classes (A1-3). Learning takes place through assigned reading of the research literature (A4), assigned problem solution, which may be either individual or group work (A1-4). 1. BEAM036, BEAM050; BEAM031; BEAM047, BEAM032, BEAM054, BEAM046, BEAM035BEAM042 2. BEMM068, BEAM052, BEAM050, BEAM047, BEMM118, BEMM114, BEMM148, BEAM053, BEAM051 3. BEMM068, BEMM059, BEMM118, BEMM114, BEMM148, BEMM116, 4. all courses utilize research led teaching | Assessment takes place through written examinations (A1-3), by written assignments (A1-4) and, where appropriate, by personal presentations (A4) |
Intended Learning Outcomes
B: Academic Discipline Core Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
5. the ability to develop rigorous theoretical arguments based on mathematical and analytical reasoning; | Classes, assigned exercises, practical classes (B5-7), preparation and presentation of reports requiring critical surveys of empirical literature (B8-9), class solution of assigned problems developing the use of concepts and models (B5 and B7), presentation of group practical exercises (B9). 5. BEAM050, BEAM031, BEAM047, BEAM032, BEAM046, BEAM035, BEAM042 6. BEAM050, BEMM068, BEMM118, BEAM031, BEAM032, BEAM046, BEMM114, BEAM035, BEAM042 7. BEAM050, BEMM068, BEAM053, BEMM118, BEAM031, BEAM047, BEAM046, BEMM114, BEAM035, BEAM042 8. all courses utilize research led teaching 9. BEAM050, BEAM031, BEAM047, BEAM032, BEAM046, BEAM033, BEAM035, BEAM042,
| Assessment through examinations (B5-8), written reports (B5-9), and/or personal presentations (B8-9). |
Intended Learning Outcomes
C: Personal/Transferable/Employment Skills and Knowledge
| Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) On successfully completing this programme you will be able to: | Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) will be... | |
|---|---|---|
| ...accommodated and facilitated by the following learning and teaching activities (in/out of class): | ...and evidenced by the following assessment methods: | |
10. A global outlook: Our graduates are engaged and prepared for the demands of global business and society. | 10. BEMM068 Managing Competitive Strategy allows students to work with a number of international case studies in order to gain an international perspective on strategy. 11. BEAM032 Investment Analysis 1 requires students to critically assess the content of annual reports and to develop a framework for assessing a firm’s financial performance. 12. BEMM068 Managaing Competitive Strategy asks students to write a group paper on a case study. 13. BEAM032 Investment Analysis 1 familiarises students with the standards expected by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) 14. BEMM068 Managing Competitive Strategy allows students to use wikis in order to collaborate on group work. | 10. BEMM068 - Examination and group paper 11. BEAM032 – Examination and coursework (Module ILO 5) 12. BEMM068 – Group paper (Module ILOs 10 and 11) 13. BEAM032 - Examination and coursework |
7. Programme Regulations
Classification
Full details of assessment regulations for all taught programmes can be found in the TQA Manual, specifically in the Credit and Qualifications Framework, and the Assessment, Progression and Awarding: Taught Programmes Handbook. Additional information, including Generic Marking Criteria, can be found in the Learning and Teaching Support Handbook.
8. College Support for Students and Students' Learning
Personal and Academic tutoring: It is University policy that all Colleges should have in place a system of academic and personal tutors. The role of academic tutors is to support you on individual modules; the role of personal tutors is to provide you with advice and support for the duration of the programme and extends to providing you with details of how to obtain support and guidance on personal difficulties such as accommodation, financial difficulties and sickness. You can also make an appointment to see individual teaching staff.
Student/Staff Liaison Committee enables students & staff to jointly participate in the management and review of the teaching and learning provision.
The Postgraduate Student Handbook can be accessed via ELE at the following address: http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=1645
9. University Support for Students and Students' Learning
Please refer to the University Academic Policy and Standards guidelines regarding support for students and students' learning.
10. Admissions Criteria
Undergraduate applicants must satisfy the Undergraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Postgraduate applicants must satisfy the Postgraduate Admissions Policy of the University of Exeter.
Specific requirements required to enrol on this programme are available at the respective Undergraduate or Postgraduate Study Site webpages.
11. Regulation of Assessment and Academic Standards
Each academic programme in the University is subject to an agreed College assessment and marking strategy, underpinned by institution-wide assessment procedures.
The security of assessment and academic standards is further supported through the appointment of External Examiners for each programme. External Examiners have access to draft papers, course work and examination scripts. They are required to attend the Board of Examiners and to provide an annual report. Annual External Examiner reports are monitored at both College and University level. Their responsibilities are described in the University's code of practice. See the University's TQA Manual for details.
13. Methods for Evaluating and Improving Quality and Standards
The University and its constituent Colleges review the quality and standard of teaching and learning in all taught programmes against a range of criteria through the procedures outlined in the Teaching Quality Assurance (TQA) Manual Quality Review Framework.
14. Awarding Institution
University of Exeter
15. Lead College / Teaching Institution
Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy (ESE)
16. Partner College / Institution
Partner College(s)
Not applicable to this programme
Partner Institution
Not applicable to this programme.
17. Programme Accredited / Validated by
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18. Final Award
MSc Finance and Management (9 Months)
19. UCAS Code
C198
20. NQF Level of Final Award
7 (Masters)
21. Credit
| CATS credits | 180 |
ECTS credits | 90 |
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22. QAA Subject Benchmarking Group
23. Dates
| Origin Date | Date of last revision | 22/06/2022 |
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