Aims of the course

Corporate agility in the face of diverse and changing business environments, the ability to anticipate future disruptions to business practices and to change direction at speed, are now recognised as the basis for edging past competitors in a growing international competitiveness. The aim of this course is to develop these sets of abilities with a particular focus on a thorough understanding of the international financial markets in which businesses operate and an understanding of corporate policies in the areas of capital investment, financing, acquisitions and restructuring. The rapid integration of international capital markets, the worldwide accessibility of investment funds and the continuous development of new and sophisticated financial products require business managers to understand how these changes affect the operations of their businesses and react accordingly.

Entry Requirements

The standard requirement is at least a lower second UK Honours degree or equivalent in business, finance, economics or related degrees with major components in Economics, Mathematics and Statistics. Applicants with substantial relevant professional experience will also be considered. Those without the standard requirements can attend the Graduate Diploma Course in Economics or Finance prior to enrolling on this course.

Course structure

The course consists of six essential taught modules, five of which are core and one optional module, together with a dissertation of about 12,000-15,000 words.

• Economic and Political Environment of International Business
• International Business Strategy
• Financial Risk Management
• Corporate Finance
• Quantitative Research Methods
• Dissertation

• International Finance
• International Business, Finance and Investment
• Corporate Treasury Management
• Development Finance
• International Business of China, Japan and South Asia
• Cross Cultural Management
• Global Financial Markets

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Assessment

A variety of methods are used including examinations, computer workshops, essays, reports, tests and case study presentations.

Career opportunities

The course will be of interest to graduates seeking careers in multinationals, import/export companies, domestic and international financial organisations and international banks. Those already employed can update their knowledge and/or improve their careers. In addition, it can lead onto an MPhil or PhD.

Attendance and duration

Full-time: 1 year, 3 days/evenings a week

Part-time (day & eve): 2 - 4 years, two days and one evening a week

PLEASE NOTE There is no official closing date for this course, but you are advised to apply as early as possible as we will only consider your application if there are places available on the course.

Location

London City campus
84 Moorgate
London North campus
Stapleton House

Faculty

London Met Business School

Further information

Admissions Office

Tel: 020 7133 4202
Fax: 020 7133 2677
Email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk

or for further academic questions, contact pgbusiness@londonmet.ac.uk

Course leaflet