Course modules
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Further guidance on modules
Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.
Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.
Core modules
Research and Quantitative Methods for Finance
20 credits
20 credits
Corporate Finance
20 credits
20 credits
Financial Markets and Institutions
20 credits
20 credits
Financial Economics
20 credits
20 credits
Portfolio Management
20 credits
20 credits
Contemporary Financial Issues
10 credits
10 credits
Forensic Financial Analysis
10 credits
10 credits
Dissertation
60 credits
60 credits
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Qualification requirements
Alternative qualifications considered
Candidates must be able to satisfy the LJMU and School admissions requirements in one of the following ways: A relevant undergraduate degree from a recognised University or equivalent awarding institution at second class honours level or above. A professional qualification recognised as equivalent to the above. An award which the university has agreed to accept as equivalent to a degree.
International requirements
Other international requirements
Where English is not the students first language, or their first degree was not wholly assessed in English, an IELTS score of 6.5 (minimum of 5.5 in all elements, or equivalent) or Pearson score of 59-64 (Min. 51 in each component) must be achieved.
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The University reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to a course and facilities if necessary; this may be because such changes are deemed to be beneficial to students, are minor in nature and unlikely to impact negatively upon students or become necessary due to circumstances beyond the control of the University. Where this does happen, the University operates a policy of consultation, advice and support to all enrolled students affected by the proposed change to their course or module.