MSc Investment Analysis

The Investment Analysis is a postgraduate course offered by the University of Stirling. This course provides students with advanced-level understanding of various aspects of investment analysis, including portfolio management, corporate finance, and investment strategy. It also offers a unique opportunity to study the core disciplines of investment analysis in an internationally recognised educational environment.Course Content: The course content includes a foundation in traditional economics and finance. Other key areas of study include financial reporting, quantitative methods, and economics for business. Additionally, students will learn about derivative securities, corporate finance, and strategic portfolio management. The programme incorporates a thorough understanding of the theory of finance with the practical applications of these theories within the real world.Key Modules: The course is broken down into key modules which include: Economics for Business, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Investment Analysis, Quantitative Methods for Finance and Economics, Derivative Securities, and Corporate Finance.Accreditations: The course is recognised worldwide and fully accredited by the UK professional bodies - CFA Institute, ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and CIM (Chartered Institute of Marketing).Future Careers: Graduates from this course are well-prepared for careers in investment, banking, and finance-related sectors. They often secure roles in investment management, financial research, and trading. Students also gain transferable skills that can be applied in many other industries. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.