PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Master in Finance KPT/JPS(PA 8148)07/22

The Master in Finance is a well-balanced program designed to impart knowledge in finance along with specialization in Economics for Finance and Investment Analysis, Corporate Finance, Financial Planning & Wealth Management, Financial Statement Analysis etc. The finance courses cover a comprehensive range of topics to develop skills and knowledge in applying financial principles to complex financial transactions. The students will be equipped with fundamental knowledge related to the legal aspects of finance along with the strategies of financial management to compete head on with the global workforce. The all-inclusive broad based training in independent thinking, research and development, business planning and development, advocacy, technology deployment, manufacturing, societal aspects, and nation building would give LUC students a considerable edge in adjusting to the new economy within their future workplace.

For successful completion of Masters degree in LUC, each candidate should publish minimum of Two research articles in scopus indexed journals, with Lincoln affiliation.

Program Aim

The primary objective is to ensure propagation of appropriate administrative skills to the managerial people across the globe working in the field of finance. This would help in developing the student’s intellectual ability with the foundation knowledge in the field finance. The program would further contribute in the advancement of the better business by offering a blend of knowledge of business and professionalism.

The primary aim of the programme is to:

• Develop an updated knowledge on both theory and analytical practice in national and international financial contexts.

• Strengthen the ability to apply the tools used for financial analysis and also in the decision making processes in corporations, financial institutions and other organizations.

• Demonstrate ability to apply appropriate innovative effective research techniques to form their own views on the lifelong learning and its application in practice.

• Develop an understanding of abroad range of financial concepts and their application to a range of management and organizational contexts contributing to industry development.

• Prepare students for executive positions in financial field inculcating professionalism and entrepreneurial qualities.

Career Opportunities

A Masters in Finance could be a stepping stone to one of the most sought-after careers in the international business and finance sectors. Whatever the economic climate, there is always huge worldwide demand for experts in fields such as banking, fund management, multinational companies, securities firms and financial consultancy.

Our graduates work for,
· Commercial Banking
· Corporate Finance
· Financial Planning
· Insurance
· Investment Banking
· Money Management
· Real Estate

Subjects

Full Time : 18 Months.
Part Time : 30 Months.

Sl.No.	MQA Subject Code	Subject Name	Credits
1	MIF7011	Economics for Finance and Investment Analysis	3
2	MIF7012	Corporate Finance	3
3	MIF7013	Business Research Methodology	3
4	MIF7014	Financial Statement Analysis	3
5	MIF7021	Quantitative Methods for Decision Making	3
6	MIF7022	Securities, Futures and Options	3
7	MIF7023	Financial Regulation and Regulatory Policy	3
8	MIF7024	Financial Markets and Institutions	3
9	MIF7031	Fixed Income and Equity Investment	3
10	MIF7032	Investment and Risk Management	3
Elective (Please choose any two from the following):
11	MIF7033	Investment and Portfolio Management	3
12	MIF7034	Fundamentals for Islamic Finance	3
13	MIF7035	Financial Planning & Wealth Management	3
14	MIF7036	Approaches to Pricing Derivatives	3
15	MIF7041	Research Project	6

Intake and Entry Requirements

Intake :

January
May
September

Entry Requirements :

Degree (Level 7, MOH) in a field with a CGPA of at least 2.50 out of 4.00 or other qualification accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate; Or
Bachelor's Degree (Level 7, MOH) or equivalent not meeting CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted subject to a minimum of five years working experience in the relevant field.

For non-Malaysian citizens, please refer to the Malaysian Qualification Agency's (MQA) List of Overseas Qualifications & its equivalency with Malaysian Education System to see if you qualify for this course.

Duration : 18 Months.

University : Lincoln University College

Level : Master