Program Overview

Program Overview

The MSc Financial Management programme at the University of Birmingham Dubai provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the competitive finance sector. This course offers in-depth knowledge of corporate finance, including financial statement analysis, security and business valuation, and financial modelling.

Course Structure

The course is designed to run over 12 months in full-time mode or 24 months in part-time mode. It comprises 180 credits, taught through a series of 20-credit modules and a 60-credit dissertation. Students will study four core modules and choose two optional modules.

Core Modules

• Corporate Financial Management (20 credits)
• Dissertation (Financial Management) (60 credits)
• Ethics, Governance and Regulation in Treasury (20 credits)
• Financial Modelling Techniques (20 credits)
• Financial Statement Analysis and Business Valuation (20 credits)

Optional Modules

• Alternative Finance (20 credits)
• International Treasury Management (20 credits)
• Risk Analysis and Management (20 credits)

Teaching Staff

The Programme Director for the MSc Financial Management (Dubai) course is Dr. Imen Tebourbi, a Senior Lecturer in Finance at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham.

Entry Requirements

To secure a place at the University of Birmingham Dubai, applicants must meet both the general entry requirements and the specific criteria for their chosen course. A minimum of an Honours degree (2:1 or higher) or postgraduate diploma from a UK university (or overseas equivalent) is required. International students must demonstrate a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through IELTS or an equivalent qualification.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS: 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band
• TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking, and 21 in Writing
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
• LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

Fees and Scholarships

The University tuition fee covers the cost of tuition, examination, and graduation. For the 2026/2027 session, the fees are:

• AED 174,509 per year for full-time students
• AED 87,255 per year for part-time students Scholarships are available for students with the potential to thrive at the University of Birmingham Dubai.

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of the Financial Management MSc, students will benefit from a wide range of career options, including careers in treasury management, investment institutions, banks, insurance companies, private equity funds, investment banking, business valuation, and consultancy. The University's Careers Network Dubai provides support to help students identify their options, develop their skills, and gain access to opportunities that propel them towards their career goals.

Student Experience

At the University of Birmingham Dubai, students have the opportunity to discover new experiences, develop different skills, and make friends for life. The state-of-the-art Dubai campus offers a friendly community, exciting activities, and all the support and advice students need. Accommodation options are available through the University's student accommodation partners, allowing students to enjoy their independence in safe, welcoming, and sociable surroundings.

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