MBA with a Specialism in Finance (Online)

OverviewEffective financial management helps businesses make informed decisions and maintain financial stability and sustainability. The online, flexible MBA with a Specialism in Finance from Edinburgh Business School will equip you with the expertise to manage this vital aspect of organisational success and will deepen your understanding of the financial systems that underpin global business.This programme is created for professionals who are looking to drive more informed financial decision-making and set organisations up for long-term success. You will gain key skills required for budgeting, investment analysis and strategic financial management, all of which are crucial within senior roles in finance and business.You will study nine courses which will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of financial management. You will master financial risk and decision making, allowing you to navigate the complexities of corporate finance. Guided by expert faculty, you will not only learn the principles of finance, but also develop the practical acumen required to excel in a dynamic and evolving financial landscape. This programme is not just about obtaining a degree; it's about empowering yourself with the tools to lead in an interconnected global economy, where financial decision-making plays a pivotal role.Degree durationOur MBA programmes are available to study on-demand, at your own pace, from wherever you are in the world. You can enrol at any time, begin your studies when you are ready, and pick up courses as you go – meaning you can structure your studies in a way that fits around your life. Each individual course requires approximately 200 hours of study, which also includes time to complete course activities and practice assignments. On average, it takes approximately two years to complete a full MBA with a specialism, but it can be completed faster or over a longer period - you can choose your own pace. Throughout the programme, regardless of your schedule, you will be able to learn alongside a diverse and global community of students and professionals and interact with peers and tutors in forums.How you'll learnYou will have access to a virtual learning environment (VLE) that houses all your course content and acts as your online campus. Tools to track your progress through the course materials will help keep you on track with your learning. Other online resources such as quizzes and assessment practice are available in the VLE. Wherever you’re studying from, you’ll have access to collaborative discussion forums where you can engage with your fellow students around the world. With guidance from your experienced tutors, you will critically engage with your course materials and discuss how they apply to real-world business challenges.

As our programmes are taught and assessed in English, applicants must be able to prove their level of English language ability as part of the application process. This should be shown through one of the following means - You are from a majority English speaking country or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree from a majority English speaking country as defined by UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI). You have successfully completed a degree from a UK University within the last two academic years where all study has taken place in the UK or at an overseas campus in a non-majority English speaking country as defined by the UKVI, then we will consider this on a case-by-case basis. Our decision will be made on a variety of factors including length of study, level of study, subject relevance, nature of degree and time since completion (no longer than two academic years). You have passed one of the following English Language Tests within the last 2 years at the levels indicated (we will need to verify the results of the test and as such you will need to upload your original certificate as part of the application process).
IELTS Academic 6.5 with no score lower than 6.0. TOEFL iBT 85 (including reading 20, listening 19, speaking 20 and writing 21).