Μ.Sc. in Corporate Finance with Corporate Governance

To provide a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of corporate finance at an advanced level, and a thorough synthesis of the most important current research in corporate finance, with an emphasis on the applications of the principles. Both normative and positive aspects of the theory are examined, together with supporting descriptive and empirical evidence.

To develop students’ understanding of equity valuation, with emphasis on the link with empirical academic research and build knowledge on the theory and application of financial statement analysis in accounting and finance context.

To provide students with the statistical concepts needed for financial applications. The goal is to apply statistical tools to analyze data, solve problems and make business decisions.

To provide students with a critical understanding of contemporary issues in corporate governance and accountability with a focus on the need for and in some cases, lack of ethical conduct.

To provide an introduction to the structure and functioning of equity, bond markets and derivative markets. It also focuses on specific topics that include: modern portfolio theory, asset pricing factor models, behavioral finance, fixed income valuation, the term structure of interest rates and risk management using derivative securities.

To apply a number of classical empirical methods in finance by replicating research based on selected published papers. This will provide an introduction to some practical tools of research using real data and to the importance of concise writing and presentation of results using informative graphs and tables.

Managers in a risk function in financial services must understand the nature and sources of risks that depositors, equity holders and debt holders are subject to. The aim of the course is to give students a detailed knowledge of the nature and sources of risks that depositors, equity holders and debt holders are subject to; in addition how to measure the exposure to such risks and an understanding of some ways in which such risks can be managed.

To focus on the theory, law, and practice of the governance of corporations across different jurisdictions with a focus on the Anglo-American model. Corporate governance regulates the relationships between various corporate constituencies (directors, officers, majority and minority shareholders, employees, creditors) with a view to establishing an adequate system of controls that prevents any single corporate constituency from acquiring overriding power or influence. Because legal systems rank social priorities differently, several models of corporate governance have emerged worldwide.

To provide students with the opportunity to conduct an in-depth investigation at an advanced level of an issue which is applicable and relevant to their degree subject. The dissertation should be theoretically underpinned and should normally involve undertaking empirical research but may be a critical essay that draws upon academic literature.

To enable students to develop a deep practical understanding of the corporate governance and compliance challenges specific to financial institutions and how these should be addressed within regulated firms with a view to enhancing the real economy.

To increase understanding of the social, political, economic, and cultural factors that may lead to diversity of national accounting systems throughout the world and the problems that this diversity may cause for both companies; users of corporate annual reports and financial markets.

To provide the student with sufficient knowledge to understand difference between the classical financial theory and behavioral finance. The course is focused on the specific features of decision-making process in a market that is not strongly efficient.

To emphasize the centrality of ethical values such as honesty, trust, respect, and fairness in the context of individual and organizational effectiveness. Utilizing Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development, the course explores the concept of how one develops moral reasoning and the interaction of moral judgment using three Models of Management Ethics. The intent is to demonstrate the breadth of responsibility of the individual manager, organization, and corporation in making “ethical” decisions.

To develop students’ ability to master the knowledge and understanding at an advanced level of the nature and uses of financial derivatives; to provide students with the ability to critically review this specialised complex area of knowledge.

To provide an advanced coverage of the principles of investment analysis and cover a wide- ranging set of topics in portfolio management. It aims to bring contemporary practices in the finance industry to the classroom, together with academic theory and research, and supplement them with recent practitioner developments in this area.

This course offers a description of the organization and function of a corporate treasury department and the interaction with areas of a company.

To introduce students to Mergers and Acquisitions (M & A) and the requisite knowledge for the development and execution of corporate transactions particularly within equity capital markets.

To develop the skills needed to analyze, financing and investment decisions in corporations in greater depth.

To focus on the role of the company secretary or governance professional with respect to the company’s operating and governance framework. It specifically addresses issues around corporate administration, compliance, and board effectiveness as a mechanism towards good governance principles, ethics, and sustainability.