Master of Financial Management

This programme will qualify you to make management decisions, with a financial perspective, that are based on a broad knowledge of economics and finance.

You will learn to understand complex financial issues from a management point of view and to apply reasonable financial solutions as part of the financial decision-making process. You will gain an understanding of the various aspects of finance management so that you can independently deal with complex and unpredictable situations.

The programme contains subjects relating to both methodology and strategy. You will be trained in:

• The application of scientific methods, modelling and theory to real-life issues relevant for financial managers.
• How to communicate and discuss issues and proposals with both financial specialists and non-specialists.

The programme is divided into four semesters.

Semester 1

You will learn about the main financial management disciplines, including:

• Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Financial Economics
• Investment Management

Semester 2

You will learn to understand issues that concern financial decision-makers in companies outside the financial sector. You will be introduced to the concepts of governance and ethics which deal with corporate law and corporate social responsibility (CSR). The following subjects are taught:

• Corporate Finance
• Corporate Governance and Business Ethics

Semester 3

You will learn how to make company valuations. The following subjects are taught:

• Corporate Valuation Mergers and Acquisitions
• Strategic Financial Management
• Risk Management

Semester 4

This semester starts with basic scientific theory and methods and concludes with your master thesis:

• Research Methodology and Master Project
• Master Project

Teaching takes place on Friday and Saturday. You will work in project and case based teams.

On completion of the programme, you will have earned the title of Master of Financial Management.

You can study Master of Financial Management at the University of Aarhus.

The programme will last 2 years on a part-time basis (60 ECTS).

In order to be admitted to the programme you must have:

Please contact the educational institution, if you wish to apply for dispensation from the admission requirements.

Tuition fees are charged for this programme.

In addition to this you should expect expenses for travelling, workshops and books.

Read more about the rules for tuition fee in Denmark at www.studyindenmark.dk.

The programme is graded at level 7 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.

You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:

www.studyindenmark.dk

www.iu.dk