[24 September 2001]
Singapore Management University Launches
its First Graduate Programme by
Coursework
MSc in Applied Finance to Raise Standard
of Financial Skills of Professionals
The Singapore Management University
(SMU) will launch the Masters of Science (MSc) in
Applied Finance programme from January 2002 - SMU's
first graduate programme by coursework. This landmark
programme aims to raise the standard of practitioners'
knowledge and skills in applied finance, a critical
training need as identified by authorities and the
finance industry.
The programme is ideal for working
professionals who wish to enhance their skills in
the area of Corporate Finance or Risk Management.
Besides covering critical components required to
meet the high standards of an MSc degree in Applied
Finance, as an added feature, the curriculum is designed
to meet the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) examination
requirements for those pursuing their CFA designation.
Customised for local and regional
financial environment with an international perspective,
the MSc in Applied Science programme is an intensive
part-time programme to be completed in 11/2 years
at the cost of S$21,000. This includes an innovative
and invaluable one-week classroom experience at Cornell
University or another premier American university.
The programme will be taught by
highly qualified SMU faculty and industry professionals.
The programme duration comprises three terms of 18
weeks each. All candidates are required to complete
16 compulsory modules (two credits each) and two
elective modules (four credits each) for a total
of 40 credits.
Up to 40 places are available for the inaugural
intake. Admission criteria are:
- A good university degree
- A good GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)
score
- At least two years working experience, preferably
in the finance industry
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