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Master of Science in Finance

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE BY COURSEWORK EXAMINATION AND THESIS

Introduction: MSC Finance will be offered to those students who want to be scholars and experts in Finance

Programme objectives: To understand the various models used to conduct research in the field of Finance. To assess the current problems faced in the field of finance. To equip students with the skills to apply theories and models in finance to conduct research to solve current problems facing the economy.

Justification/ rationale: The Master of Science in Finance by Thesis program provides students with specialized expertise in key areas such as financial analysis, investment management, risk assessment and corporate finance as well as public sector financial management.

Entry requirements: To qualify for admission to this programme, candidates must meet any of the following minimum requirements:                                                                                                      1. A holder of at least Second class honours ( Upper Division) Bachelor’s Degree in

  • Accounting, Finance, Banking, Insurance Economics and any other Business related field. or
  • A holder of Second class Lower Division Bachelors’ Degree in Finance,Accounting, Banking, Insurance, Economics and any other Business related field, with at least two years of work experience

Mode and Structure of Delivery: Part-time; Main campus , City campus, Mombasa Campus and Nakuru Campus

Programme Duration: The programme duration will be two (2) academic years. In the first academic year of study, the learner will take twelve (12) units, six (6) units in the first semester and six (6) units in the second semester. In the second academic year of study, the learner will write Thesis.

Curriculum Hihglights: Theory of Finance, Financial intermediation, Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance

Career Opportunities: Financial Analysts, Assistant Lecturers, Corporate Finance Managers.

Why Choose This Programme at KU? KU is an accredited institution with qualified Professors in Finance.