Master of Science – Finance / ACIB

This programme is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of finance, ensuring that you acquire the skills and knowledge needed for specialized roles in the financial sector. As Nigeria’s financial industry continues to evolve with technological advancements and the global nature of markets, the demand for highly skilled finance professionals remains strong. This postgraduate programme delves into both the theoretical and the applied aspects of finance, incorporating real-world applications to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

Curriculum

Our program’s quantitative focus is on econometrics, financial mathematics, and data analysis tools and techniques, including case studies, investment fund projects (where you manage actual portfolios), simulated trading experiences, internships, and capstone projects.

There are two areas of concentration in M.Sc. Finance: Finance and Banking. You will choose any three courses from one of the two areas as well as one additional course from the outside the concentration.

10

Core Courses (23 Credit Hours)

4

Electives (8 Credit Hours)

1

Thesis (6 Credit Hours)

Core Courses

Corporate Finance (3 credit hours)
Theory of Financial Intermediation (2 credit hours)
Regulation of Financial Institutions (2 credit hours)
Management of Financial Institutions (2 credit hours)
Basic Econometrics (2 credit hours)
Research Methodology (2 credit hours)
Quantitative Techniques for Financial Decision (2 credit hours)
Microeconomic Theory (2 credit hours)
Macroeconomic Theory (2 credit hours)
M.Sc. Research Seminar (2 credit hours)

Elective/Concentration Courses - Finance Option

International Business Finance (2 credit hours)
Investment Analyses and Portfolio Management (2 credit hours)
Derivatives Securities and Markets (2 credit hours)
Micro and Small Business Finance (2 credit hours)
Public Sector Financial Management (2 credit hours)

Elective/Concentration Courses - Banking Option

International Banking and Finance (2 credit hours)
Bank Lending and Credit Administration (2 credit hours)
Marketing of Financial Services (2 credit hours)
Financial Planning and Control (2 credit hours)

Additional Electives

Financial Markets and Institutions (2 credit hours)
Financial Derivatives (2 credit hours)
Risk Management (2 credit hours)
Financial Modelling and Forecasting (2 credit hours)
Asset Pricing and Real Estate Finance (2 credit hours)
Fixed Income Analysis (2 credit hours)
Behavioural Finance and Financial Engineering (2 credit hours)

Entry Requirement

Applicants to the James Hope Business School postgraduate programmes are required to possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a strong academic record. JHBS admits graduates from all recognized universities to its postgraduate programmes provided that they satisfy the requirements stipulated below.

M.Sc. Admissions Requirements

Provided the University’s matriculation requirements are satisfied:

Applicants with degree in relevant area from a recognized university with minimum of second class lower division may be admitted to the Master of Science degree programme.
Applicants with postgraduate diploma at upper credit level in relevant areas from a recognized university may be admitted.

M.Sc. Required Admissions Documents

Completed online application.
Application fee.
Official transcripts from all past academic institutions. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application; once admitted, official transcripts, sent directly to JHBS from the issuing institution, are required prior to registration
A professional resume that provides evidence of work experience.
- No prior work experience is required for the M.Sc. programme.
A personal statement that discusses your career goals, your interest in the programme and your perspective into how the JHBS degree will help you achieve your goals.
Three professional/academic referees

Students whose native language is not English may be required to participate in an admissions interview and/or submit official TOEFL/IELTS scores or equivalent evidence of English proficiency.

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Master of Science – Finance / ACIB

Master of Science – Finance / ACIB

10

4

1

Core Courses

Elective/Concentration Courses - Finance Option

Elective/Concentration Courses - Banking Option

Additional Electives

M.Sc. Admissions Requirements

M.Sc. Required Admissions Documents

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