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Master of Science in Finance
Description:
Due to the rapid growth and increasing sophistication of the financial sector internationally as well as developments in Saudi Arabia, the College of Business and Economics has launched a Master's program in which there is a growing need for specialized qualifications in the field of finance. In response, a two-year, full-time program has been offered since 2017. The Master of Science in Finance program aims to provide students with in-depth knowledge and advanced analytical skills in the field of finance, with a focus on modern methodologies and innovative financial tools that will help students meet the growing global financial challenges. The program focuses on providing a comprehensive understanding of financial markets, investment management, corporate finance, and financial risk management, along with enhancing financial and quantitative analysis and decision-making capabilities. The program is designed to meet the needs of professionals and those seeking excellence in the financial field, both by enhancing their career paths in the banking and finance sector, as well as giving them the opportunity to pursue doctoral studies in Saudi Arabia or abroad.
Eligible Applicants
Male and female students
Method of study
Courses and Research Project
Degree
Master
School level
Postgraduate studies
Place of study (Male Students)
Buraydah - Qassim Region - Headquarters
Place of study (female students)
Buraydah - Qassim Region - Headquarters (Female Section)
Required specialization
Bachelor's degree in Finance
Admission from outside the major
Bachelor's degree in all disciplines
Years of study
2
Study period
None
Number of Credit Hours
41
Credits required for graduation
42
STEP test
67
Other conditions
None
Tuition fees
40,000
Required GPA
of at least 5
3.25
of at least 4
2.25
of at least 100
75
Preference Mechanism for Admission
GPA
50%
Undergraduate Aptitude Test
50%
Differentiation test
None
Educational goals :
1- Emphasize the quality of education in finance.
2- Raising the merit, competitiveness and professionalism of students in financial sciences.
3- Supporting and encouraging scientific and applied research and innovation in financial sciences to promote sustainable development.
4- Promoting community service and local partnership with the business sector.
1- Guarantee the educational quality in financial sciences.
2- Boost students' proficiency, competitiveness, and excellence in financial sciences.
3- Support and encourage scientific and applied research and innovation in financial sciences to promote sustainable development.
4- Promote community service and local partnership with the business sector
Learning outcomes :
Knowledge and understanding:
1- Recognizes advanced concepts, principles and theories related to financial areas
2- Understands advanced principles and theories related to financial areas
3- Explains advanced concepts, principles and theories related to financial areas
4- Evaluate assets, projects, financing and investment decisions using finance theory and modern tools and methods
Skills:
1- Applies problem-solving and critical thinking skills to solve complex and advanced issues in the field of finance
2- Uses quantitative and/or qualitative methods to process data and information for complex and advanced situations in the field of finance
3- Conducts advanced research using scientific research methods in the field of finance
4. Communicates in writing to communicate advanced financial information and results
5. Communicates verbally to communicate advanced financial information and results
Values, autonomy and responsibility:
1. Collaborates and participates effectively in group projects in finance and assumes a leadership role
2. Analyzes the ethical issues that occur in finance
Knowledge and understanding:
K1: Recognize advanced concepts, principles and theories related to financial fields
K1.A: Understand advanced principles and theories related to financial fields.
K1.B: Explain advanced concepts, principles, and theories related to financial fields.
K1.C: Evaluate assets, projects, and financing and investment decisions using mod
Tracks :
There are no
Career opportunities:
Career opportunities include positions such as: Financial Analyst, Financial Advisor, Financial Manager, Investment Specialist, and Risk Specialist in the following organizations:
1. Ministry of Finance
2- Capital Market Authority
3- Central Bank of Saudi Arabia
4- Zakat and Tax Authority
5. Chambers of Industry and Commerce
6- Offices and centers for financial consultations and feasibility studies
7. Finance departments of private sector organizations and companies
8. Banking Sector
9. Investment Funds
10. Insurance companies
11. Fintech companies
12. Universities
None