Finance and Investment (Online), MSc, Online learning course | Teesside University (2024)

You develop an in-depth knowledge of global economics, financial markets, reporting and modelling, investment valuation, portfolio management, financial services and the impact of emerging technologies.

MSc Finance and Investment has been designed in partnership with industry to empower you with the experience you need to work in the finance industry. You gain skills and knowledge to make investment decisions in the wake of disruptive new financial technologies, globalisation and sustainability. Work with real-time financial data and conduct an extended data analysis project using industry leading data sets.

Course structure

Core modules

Financial Data Analysis Project

Financial Services and Emerging Technologies

Global Economics, Financial Markets and Financial Statement Analysis

Portfolio Management and ESG Investments

Quantitative Methods and Financial Modelling

Modules offered may vary.

How you learn

You work independently and with peers and tutors in tutorials, seminars, directed exercises and IT-based activities. You are given access to industry-standard data sets and software to help you conduct data analysis projects. Extra-curricular opportunities are also provided to expand your knowledge and confidence.

How you are assessed

Assessments are innovative and engaging, allowing you to develop sought-after skills and qualities to work in this dynamic industry. Aligned with the needs of professional bodies, you are assessed through exams, business reports, case study analysis and data analysis projects.

Our virtual learning environment (VLE) is the platform you use to access your online course

Teesside University online learning courses are delivered through the Brightspace Learning Environment.

Here are some of the benefits.

• You can use it on your smartphone, tablet and computer.
• And you can use it anytime, so that you can plan your learning to fit your own schedule.
• It's easy to use and navigate.
• Modules are set out by topics and themes. You can use the progress bar to understand where you are in your modules, and appreciate your achievements.
• We support you to become familiar with your VLE, helping you to start learning quickly.
• You get feedback, help and guidance from tutors throughout your course through the VLE, and you can ask questions at any time.
• Our tutors use a live activity feed to keep you updated about your course.
• You can create a student profile, collaborate with other students and take part in online discussion forums.

Software requirements

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