Program Overview

Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Banking and Finance

Overview

The Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Banking and Finance at Domain Academy Malta is designed for individuals in the later stages of their graduate program or professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and experience in the field. This course is also suitable for students who wish to pursue a career in the financial services industry.

Intake and Duration

• Intake: March and October
• Duration: 2 Academic Years, 3-hours, Twice a Week (Full-Time and part-time options available)

EQF/MQF Level and ECTS Credits

• EQF/MQF Level: Level 5
• ECTS Credits: 120 ECTS

Programme Qualifies for

• Get Qualified Scheme

Certificate after completing

• Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Banking and Finance

Student Success Rate

• 98.5

Course Information

Course Description

This program provides students with an understanding of how the financial markets operate, the key players, and the issues they face. Students will be exposed to various elements of the financial world, including money and banking, financial markets, and instruments used in the industry. The program also covers Maltese laws and regulations governing the industry, equity market derivatives, and anti-money laundering practices.

Target Group

• Learners who wish to widen access to higher education and improve career prospects within the finance sector.

Target Audience

• 18+

Course Language

• English

Where you will learn

• Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta

Course Structure

Year 1

• UGHDBF - Year 1

Year 2

• UGHDBF - Year 2

Modules

Core Modules

• Introduction to Finance
• Introduction to Money and Banking
• Financial Markets
• Financial Services Law and Regulation
• Equity Derivatives
• Introduction to Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, and Sanctions
• Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Terrorist Finance
• Combatting Terrorist Financing and Anti-Money Laundering in Practice
• Management Obligations for Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing
• Research Project

Optional Modules

• Accounting for Bankers
• International Banking
• Managing Finance
• Fund Administration

Assessment

Formative Assessment

• Monitor student learning to provide ongoing feedback.

Summative Assessment

• Assessments will be designed according to the guidelines of each module specification.

Entry Requirement

• Relevant qualification at MQF/EQF level 4 which includes a module on Research Methods;
• Relevant qualification at MQF/EQF level 4 and Research Methods as a module;
• Relevant qualification at MQF/EQF level 4 and work experience in conducting first-hand research;
• At least 3-year relevant Industry Experience as defined in Domain Academy’s RPL which includes work experience in conducting first-hand research.

Fees & Funding

• Get Qualified Scheme

Awarding Bodies

• €6,500 (Prices for Non-EU applicants differ)