who should apply (some information from the Mif-brochure LBS0607) The objective of the Masters in Finance programme is to help individuals, and hence any organisation that employs them, to enhance their managerial effectiveness within the field of finance – providing participants with a strong foundation in the principles and practice of finance and furnishing them with analytical tools and new skills to form a sound basis for financial decision-making. The programme is designed for individuals pursuing or planning to pursue a successful career in the finance industry or in the finance function of business organisations. Although most participants have previous experience in the field of finance and the programme is rigorous and demanding, no formal prior training in finance is required. Participants come from a rich diversity of industries, responsibilities, backgrounds and nationalities, bringing a wealth of experience to the programme. All have a high level of intellectual ability, the capacity for hard work and the motivation to take on a demanding and challenging commitment. The programme is of particular relevance to those working in, or planning to work in: • Investment, commercial and retail banking • Investment management, hedge funds, security analysis and broking • Capital markets, trading and risk management • The finance function of industrial, commercial and service organisations • Corporate finance, venture capital and corporate restructuring • Corporate planning and consultancy, where a detailed knowledge of finance is required • Other organisations, such as accountancy firms, regulatory bodies, legal firms, property consultants, commodity businesses and investor relations specialists requiring an in-depth understanding of finance • Finance within the public sector and not-for-profit organisations, including central banks, local/national governments and international organisations I believe that the Masters in Finance is one of the most efficient and effective programmes to join if one is determined to fast track his or her career. This 10-month programme offers the international recognition required in the business arena, just like any two-year MBA programme. The MiF is designed for the real world and offered me what I actually needed to apply in my job. It equipped me with confidence and credibility, along with practical knowledge. The courses were sufficiently flexible to allow me to tailor them to fit in with my personal interests and my future career direction. Before joining the MiF I was in commercial banking. After completing the course, more career opportunities became available to me and I moved into investment banking. Elizabeth Allen Director FitchRatings, Hong Kong MiFFT2000 National of China |