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1 Postgraduate and Professional and Finance Courses School of Law, and Finance Treforest Campus Call: (UK) Call: +44 (0) (International) Visit: Information in this brochure is correct at the time of print, but may be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, call or check our website: As part of its commitment to the Welsh language, the University provides information through the medium of Welsh. To find out more, visit or Fel rhan o i ymrwymiad at yr iaith Gymraeg y mae r Brifysgol yn darparu gwybodaeth drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg. I wybod mwy, ewch i neu e-bostiwch cymraeg@decymru.ac.uk. Some images supplied by Thinkstock. Produced by the s Marketing & Student Recruitment department. Design: USW Print & Design The is a registered charity. Registration No

2 Contents Welcome to and Finance at the 3 Routes into the Profession 4 Why study and Finance? 5 Undergrauate Opportunities 5 Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 6 ACA Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) 8 Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) 9 MSc 10 MSc Forensic Audit and 11 MSc Finance 12 MSc Finance and Investment 13 MSc Islamic Banking and Finance 14 MSc Management and Development of International Financial Systems 15 MSc and Finance / Financial Management 16 Further Information 18 Welcome to and Finance at the At the, we offer a full range of accounting and finance qualifications innovative foundation, HND, undergraduate and specialist Masters degrees, full tuition for the professional qualifications of ICAEW, ACCA and CIMA, plus CPD training post-qualification. All of our professional courses are designed with an exam focus to maximise exam success. and finance programmes have been delivered at the University since the early 1970s. September 2013 saw the celebration of 40 years of ACCA tuition at our Newport campus. Why Study and Finance at the? Professional Accreditations We are an ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner (City Campus, Newport), an ACCA Gold Approved Learning Partner (Treforest Campus, Pontypridd), a CIMA Learning Quality Partner and an ICAEW Partner in Learning. We also offer an internally assessed course for all of the ACCA Fundamentals Level papers at one of a only a few centres nationwide to do so. In the PQ Magazine Awards of 2012, our City Campus won the Public Sector Accountancy College of the Year award and one of our tutors was shortlisted for the Lecturer of the Year award. Study Choice We offer a wide choice of study options. ACCA is available both at our and Treforest Campus. ICAEW and CIMA are available at City Campus, and undergraduate and postgraduate courses are available at Treforest, Cardiff and City campuses. CPD courses can be delivered on any campus or at client premises. State-of-the-art Facilities Our facilities are excellent. The School of Law, and Finance at our Treforest Campus is located in the Grade II listed Tŷ Crawshay building. Our award-winning City Campus in Newport, is a stunning modern building on the banks of the River Usk. We also have state-of-the-art trading rooms (powered by leading industry software from Thomson Reuters Eikon) at Treforest and Atlantic House in Cardiff, which simulate the trading of shares, commodities, derivatives and foreign exchange, giving students the opportunity to put theory into practice. All our campuses are easily accessible from south Wales and beyond. Industry Links The University has excellent links with professional bodies and the business and public sector communities. Our Centre for Financial and Professional Services is helping to provide training support to grow the financial and professional services sector in Wales. We also deliver bespoke CPD and Masters programmes for large organisations, such as the Office for National Statistics, Admiral and Atradius. Our staff regularly contribute to professional body CPD events and we host a number of these events, providing direct exposure to these bodies for our students. The is the headline sponsor of the ACCA Cymru Wales 2014 National Conference. Supportive Environment The offers a friendly and supportive environment. We recognise the time constraints that professional and postgraduate students face, so provide online resources to support all modules. Our Students are Satisfied In the 2013 National Student Survey, 98% of University of South Wales ACCA students were satisfied with their course. Taught by Experts Our accounting and finance teaching team includes a large number of qualified accountants who have significant industry and accounting practice experience, as well as experience of teaching professional accountancy qualifications. A number of the team mark professional body exams, contribute to professional journals and online professional student forums, engage in quality control work for professional bodies, and are external examiners for other universities. Many are also research active, with specialist areas that include entrepreneurial thought processes, sustainability accounting, banking and finance, charity governance disclosures, and accounting education

3 Routes into the Profession Why Study and Finance? There are a number of entry routes to becoming a professional qualified accountant. Professional qualifications are accessible to school leavers, those with degrees (relevant degrees will give exemptions from some exams), those with previous practical experience, or those who already have an accounting technician qualification such as the AAT (Association of Technicians) or ACCA s CAT (Certified Technician) qualification. Entry point for AAT graduates to professional qualifications* CIMA see page 9 Certificate in Business C01-C05 Operational Level F1, P1, E1 ICAEW/ACA see page 8 ACCA see pages 6-7 Certificate in Finance, and Business Professional Level Fundamentals Level Knowledge F1-F3 Fundamentals Level Skills F4-F6 An undergraduate degree in accounting will give some professional qualification exemptions # If you choose to become an accountant you will be joining an established, respected, dynamic and well-paid profession that offers global career prospects. Excellent Career Prospects You can fulfil a wide variety of roles for example you may work as an auditor, a tax adviser, a financial accountant, a management accountant or a business analyst. You can work across a variety of sectors accounting practice, commercial industry, financial services, or the public or third sectors. Whichever sector you work in, your role as an accountant will place you at the heart of an organisation. Plus you could become one of the next generation of chief accountants, finance directors, accounting practice partners, or chief executive officers. Training as an accountant will give you a keen insight into the way organisations are managed and function. An accounting role will involve the provision of important information to decision-makers both inside and outside of the organisation (or the provision of assurance on such information by checking it). Develop a Range of Skills roles offer constant challenge and variety, with opportunities to move between sectors during your career. While accountants need to be comfortable with numbers, the skill-set required to be successful is much broader. It is vital that accountants possess excellent communication, team-working, analytical and problem-solving skills, plus the ability to act ethically all key practical skills for the modern workplace. Become Chartered Most accountants studying in the UK choose to become members of one of the UK chartered accounting bodies such as ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales), ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) or CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants). To achieve full chartered membership of these bodies, students are required to pass a series of professional examinations and gain a number of years of practical work experience. Exams are usually studied on a part-time basis as the work experience is built up. International Opportunities These accounting bodies have a global reach. The professional qualifications are recognised throughout the world so members of these bodies can enjoy global career opportunities. Management Level F2, P2, E2 Strategic Level F3, P3, E3 Advanced Level and Case study Fundamentals Level Skills F7-F9 Professional Level: P1-P3 +2 options Become a qualified accountant after passing all exams and completing relevant practical work experience MSc and Finance / Financial Management Fast-track see page 16 *Exact entry point to ICAEW/ACA will depend on AAT options chosen at Levels 3 and 4 Exemption from up to 5 Certificate papers available. #For example, BA (Hons) and Finance at Treforest gives exemptions from ACCA papers F1-F9. Other exemptions pending. MSc degrees see pages Entry requirements: Generally an undergraduate degree in Undergraduate Opportunities The offer a range of undergraduate programmes, from Foundation Degree and HNDs through to general and specialist degrees. You can choose to study accounting on its own, alongside business or mathematics, or you could even specialise in certain areas such as forensic accounting. Our undergraduate accounting and finance degrees are taught at our campuses in Treforest, Cardiff and City Campus in Newport. Many of our degrees offer maximum exemptions from ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants). So as well as gaining your degree, when you graduate you will be just five or six papers away from a professional qualification, making you especially attractive to employers. Some of our courses also offer exemptions from other professional programmes such as CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) and ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales). In the 2013 National Student Survey, 97% of our undergraduate accounting and finance students were satisfied with their course. For further information on all accounting and finance courses visit

4 Treforest Campus Two A-levels, and three GCSEs including English and Maths. Students who do not have these may be eligible for the Foundations in Accountancy qualification. Holders of relevant degrees and accounting technician qualifications can apply to ACCA for exemptions. For example, holders of AAT or CAT are exempt from Knowledge Papers. You must also apply for student membership and exemptions (where applicable) with ACCA before the course. Visit for more information. Fundamentals Level Knowledge Papers F1 Accountant in Business F2 Management F3 Financial Skills Papers F4 Corporate and Business Law F5 Performance Management F6 Taxation F7 Financial Reporting F8 Audit and Assurance F9 Financial Management Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) ACCA is the global body for professional accountants, with more than 428,000 students in 173 countries. The ACCA qualification is recognised and supported by top employers around the world. The qualification is relevant to each and every sector of accountancy and finance, so it opens up opportunities to work in a variety of different industries and roles, and can help you progress to a senior level. The qualification provides a solid grounding in all areas of business and finance, including reporting, taxation, and audit. In addition, it covers the value added areas of leadership and management, strategy and innovation, and sustainable management accounting. There are two important steps to becoming a professional accountant: passing exams and undertaking relevant work experience. Both the exams and the experience requirements are set and approved by ACCA and meet industry requirements. Students are also required to complete the ACCA s professional ethics module. See for more information. Fees There are fees payable to the University of South Wales and to ACCA. For more information, visit Current fees payable to ACCA include initial student membership subscription fees of 79 (payable on registration) and subsequent annual subscription fees of 81 (payable on 1 January following date of registration). Standard exam/exemption fees are: Knowledge papers: 74 per paper Skills papers: 93 per paper Professional papers: 108 per paper I wouldn t have this award without the support of the academic staff here on campus. I m absolutely delighted. Amanda Say, ACCA Winner of part-qualified student of the year in the PQ Awards, 2011 ACCA at (full-time and part-time) The City Campus is an ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner, the highest and most prestigious level of accreditation that a tuition provider can obtain. The Platinum approval indicates that the team have met Platinum performance targets and Platinum pass-rate targets over two consecutive sets of exam results, representing global best practice in the provision of ACCA course tuition and pastoral support. Accountancy programmes have been delivered at our Newport campuses since the early 1970s and September 2013 saw the celebration of 40 years of ACCA at Newport. The ACCA course at City Campus offers tuition for all 16 papers of the ACCA Professional Qualification (F1 to F9 and P1 to P7) on a part-time basis, and most papers are offered on either a day release or afternoon-evening basis. The course is flexibly designed to allow different study combinations, particularly at Professional Level. Question practice tutorials reinforce exam technique each and every week. There are entry points in September for some December exams, and January for some June exams. Students taking the Fundamentals Level papers can choose between external ACCA exams or internal University exams, and those studying Knowledge papers internally from September 2014 can work towards a University Certificate and/or Diploma of Higher Education (Professional ). Tuition for the Professional Level papers is also offered on a full-time basis. ACCA at Treforest Campus, Pontypridd (part-time) The Treforest Campus is an ACCA Gold Approved Learning Partner, which means that it has satisfied challenging performance targets covering ACCA course management and delivery. The Treforest Campus has a long history of delivering ACCA tuition. The course at Treforest is delivered in short intensive blocks, on an afternoon-evening basis, with two papers studied per block. Students study two papers between September and December (for December exams) and two more papers between February and May (for June exams). Studying just two papers at a time allows you to focus, maximising exam success. Papers F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F8 and P2 may be studied between September and December, Papers F1, F2, F6, F9, P1, P3, P5 and P6 may be studied between February and June. Class sizes are small to maximise student/lecturer interaction, reinforce exam technique and enable students to seek one-on-one help when needed. Professional Level Essentials Papers P1 Governance, Risk and Ethics P2 Corporate Reporting P3 Business Analysis Optional Papers P4 Advanced Financial Management* P5 Advanced Performance Management P6 Advanced Taxation P7 Advanced Audit and Assurance* *Only available at. Tŷ Crawshay, Treforest Campus

5 Part-time: 3-4 years Various entry routes, including open entry without previous qualifications. The main requirement is a training contract with an employer. See our ACA course web pages for full details. Completion of the AAT qualification gives exemption from up to 5 of the ACA exams. You must apply for student membership and exemptions (where applicable) with ICAEW before joining the course. Visit for more information. Certificate Level Assurance Law Principles of Taxation Business and Finance Management Information Professional Level Audit and Assurance Tax Compliance Financial and Reporting Financial Management Business Planning: Taxation Business Strategy Advanced Level Corporate Reporting Strategic Business Management Case Study ACA Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) ICAEW Chartered Accountants are always in demand. The ACA qualification equips you to perform to the highest level, whatever your aspirations. Members work in all sectors, from accounting firms (public practice) to commercial organisations, financial institutions, not for profit and the public sector. Our, is an ICAEW Partner in Learning. The ACA qualification comprises three levels: Certificate, Professional and Advanced. A Certificate in Finance, and Business (CFAB) qualification is available upon completion of the Certificate Level, which is an excellent qualification in its own right for nonfinancial managers. At the Advanced Level you are required to study a number of technical areas, which are then examined together in the Corporate Reporting and Strategic Business Management papers. These papers aim to simulate real-life business and accounting practice environments, and the concept is taken further with a final case study examination. To qualify as a Chartered Accountant you are required to complete: All 15 examinations 450 days of technical work experience, which you gain by obtaining a training contract with an appropriate employer Initial professional development (delivered through ICAEW or your employer) Structured training in ethics programme (delivered through ICAEW) We offer flexible tuition on a day release basis, with multiple entry points: Certificate Level: entry in September and November for computer-based exams in November and March Professional Level: entry in September, January and March for exams in December, March and June Advanced Level: entry in September for exams in July For Certificate and Professional levels, tuition is delivered in short intensive blocks, which allows exam focus. At Advanced level, tuition is delivered across the academic year so the technical papers and the case study can be sat together. ACA students enjoy early responsibility and excellent career progression. Many ACA students have doubled their salary during training. Salaries for newly qualified ICAEW Chartered Accountants are on a par with careers in law and banking. Many ICAEW Chartered Accountants become partners or financial directors early in their careers, leading to a greater variety of opportunities. 80% of UK FTSE 100 companies have an ICAEW Chartered Accountant on their board. Part-time: 4 years You will need a good standard of Maths and English language. Relevant degrees will usually give exemptions from some (or all) of the Certificate Level papers. The AAT qualification currently provides exemptions from all Certificate Level papers. You must also apply for student membership and exemptions (where applicable) with CIMA before joining the course. Visit for more information. Certificate C01 Fundamentals of Management C02 Fundamentals of Financial C03 Fundamentals of Business Mathematics C04 Fundamentals of Business Economics C05 Fundamentals of Ethics, Corporate Governance and Business Law Professional Qualification Operational Level P1 Management E1 Organisation Management F1 Financial Reporting & Taxation Management Level P2 Advanced Management E2 Project & Relationship Management F2 Advanced Financial Reporting Strategic Level P3 Risk Management E3 Strategic Management F3 Financial Strategy Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) The CIMA Professional qualification is recognised by employers worldwide. On successfully completing all examinations, and gaining a minimum of three years relevant practical experience, you will become a Chartered Management Accountant and gain your ACMA letters. The CIMA Certificate in Business provides an entry route to the CIMA Professional Qualification. The CIMA Professional Qualification will provide you with an accounting qualification that specialises in management accounting. Management accounting is not a way of recording the past, like financial accounting, but is more a way of assessing what a business is capable of in the future. Our, is a CIMA Learning Quality Partner, the highest level of accreditation that a tuition provider can obtain. We offer flexible afternoon-evening tuition: Certificate: entry in September, January and May for computer-based exams in December, March and July Professional Qualification: entry in September and March for computer-based exams in February and May You will study each subject in a workshop format. Question practice, progress tests and revision sessions will prepare you for the exams. We offer an exceptional level of student support, including individual face-to-face feedback during the academic year. Both the Certificate and Professional Qualifications are assessed by computer-based exams. Each level of the Professional Qualification (Operational, Management, Strategic) has two assessment points; a ninety minute computer-based exam for each subject within that level and an integrated case study exam per level. You will acquire skills (such as strategic thinking, and risk and performance management skills) that will help you progress successfully to a position where you are able to help shape and control the future of organisations. These are the skills that allow Chartered Management Accountants to step into roles as management consultants or business analysts, as well as more traditional management accountancy roles. Further career progression may see you moving on to financial director or chief executive roles. I wouldn't have qualified without the help and guidance of all of the tutors. If I'm ever asked to recommend anyone for an accountancy course, I will definitely be sending them to the and into safe hands. Marcus Smith, CIMA

6 MSc MSc Forensic Audit and Treforest Campus Full-time: 1 year (September Part-time: 2 years (September) An undergraduate accounting degree (or business with strong accounting content) from a recognised university, 2:2 Honours or higher. Audit, Assurance and Professional Ethics Contemporary Issues in Corporate Financial Reporting Research Methods Strategic Management This Masters course will allow you to gain an advanced understanding of accounting practices that are vital in the modern business world. This course is ideal if you want to pursue a successful career in a finance, accounting or management role. You will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to effectively analyse, interpret and make decisions based on financial information. The course focuses on refining your business skills with an emphasis on accounting and assurance. It has been designed to allow you to develop a strong understanding of how financial data underpins the decision-making process, and how outcomes are effectively communicated and evaluated. Holders of recognised professional accounting qualifications may be entitled to exemptions and entry to the fast-track programme. Students who wish to take ACCA examinations alongside the MSc will also need to be ACCAregistered students. You will examine the core principles of financial reporting and strategic management accounting, and develop an appreciation of audit, assurance and corporate governance in a fast-moving economic environment. You will learn how and why companies report on their financial performance and position in the way they do. You will also look at the economic, social and environmental factors that influence an organisation s social responsibilities, and how they integrate with a company s strategic decision-making processes. A central feature of your studies will include a major research assignment in the form of a dissertation. This will allow you to draw on knowledge gained throughout the course and apply it to an area of interest to you, in relation to business, finance or accounting. You will also get the opportunity to analyse real financial situations faced by business organisations through case-study work and be given the skills and opportunities to find practical solutions. This will enable you to understand how the core principles of accounting are applied in industry, giving you a well-rounded knowledge of theory and practice. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, computer workshops, case study analysis and discussion groups. You will have access to our state-of-the-art trading room and dedicated computer labs which are equipped with the latest industry- standard accounting and audit software. You will be taught by qualified accountants who have a wealth of teaching and professional experience, ranging from working with smaller organisations to the Big Four accounting and professional services firms. Assessment methods include examinations and coursework-based assignments. Employment opportunities are numerous, including firms of accountants, in the finance departments of commercial organisations, and the public and not-for-profit sectors. Many graduates go on to work as practising accountants in roles including financial managers, controllers, consultants or internal auditors. Treforest Campus Full-time: 1 year (September Part-time: 2 years (September) An undergraduate accounting or finance degree (or business with strong accounting content) from a recognised university, 2:2 Honours or higher. Forensic Audit and Computer Forensics and Crime Investigations Contemporary Issues in Forensic Audit and Expert Witnesses and their Role in Dispute Resolution Computer Law Research Methods Forensic accounting and auditing are fast-developing areas in the commercial world, with the demand for expertise in this area growing dramatically in recent years. The major professional accounting firms now have departments offering specialist forensic accounting and audit services. As a result, there is a need for people who can undertake fraud investigations, valuations, assist in dispute resolution, prepare expert reports, and conduct fraud and forensic analysis. Linking the core disciplines of accounting, audit and finance in a legal context, this Masters course will introduce you to some basic principles of forensic accounting, and concepts allied to investigative and legal skills. You will gain an overview of the roles undertaken in the profession and the specialist techniques and procedures employed by practitioners. As part of your studies, you will also have the opportunity to undertake in-depth case studybased investigation into issues and events in fraud and audit. This means you get a chance to explore how what you have learned and the skills you have gained apply to real-life scenarios such as fraud investigations, divorce, business valuations and insurance-related cases. Additionally, you will evaluate good corporate governance and the integrity of management, and understand the role of computer forensic techniques in an investigatory and legal context. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, computer workshops, case-study analysis and discussion groups. You will have access to specialist audit, computer forensic and IDEA data analysis software through our dedicated computer labs, and have the opportunity to conduct role play exercises in our state-of-the-art moot courtroom. You will be taught by qualified accountants, many of whom hold membership status with other professional bodies such as the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). Assessment methods include examinations and coursework-based assignments. The growing demand for specialist expertise in forensic accounting means there are numerous employment opportunities in specialist firms, accounting and legal practices, and fraud investigation teams in the commercial and public sectors and law enforcement agencies. Recent graduates of this course have attained positions in the public and private sectors, including forensic accounting departments at the Big Four accountancy firms and national audit offices. Forensic accounting is a lucrative and growing area, and having an academic qualification from a good university makes an individual very marketable in a highly competitive business environment. I was able to secure a job with KPMG Forensics and it is without doubt that attending the University enhanced my ability to secure the job. Anne Adedoyin Agbedahunsi, MSc Forensic Audit and

7 MSc Finance MSc Finance and Investment Atlantic House, Cardiff Campus Full-time: 1 year (September Part-time: 2 years (September) An undergraduate accounting degree (or business with strong accounting content) from a recognised university, 2:2 Honours or higher. Quantitative Methods for Financial Markets Investment and Portfolio Analysis Financial Management Techniques Research Methods for Finance and Plus one optional module from: Financial Mathematics Multinational Operations in Finance and Banking Islamic Banking and Finance Corporate Financial Reporting Prepare yourself for a career in the exciting and fast-moving world of financial services with a Masters degree in Finance. Enhance your critical, analytical and appraisal skills in this dynamic area of study. This course will allow you to study a range of finance modules from a theoretical and practical point of view, through academic reading and use of simulation software and powerful financial databases. A study of research methods in a finance context will prepare you to undertake your own choice of research project in an area of finance, with supervision from expert academic staff. You will also have the opportunity to choose an optional module in a specialist area such as Islamic banking and finance, or financial mathematics. The course is delivered in Atlantic House, Cardiff, and offers facilities and a supportive environment in which accounting and finance students can flourish. From a fully equipped learning resource centre and a state-of-the-art trading room powered by leading industry software from Thomson Reuters, to interactive teaching spaces. You will learn through a combination of lectures, tutorials, computer workshops, case study analysis and discussion groups. A handson, student-led approach is employed where students are exposed to real-world situations and given the skills and opportunities to find practical solutions. Assessment methods include examinations and coursework-based assignments. This course will enhance your critical, analytical and appraisal skills when handling business data from a financial perspective. These skills, coupled with your previous qualifications in business studies, accounting or audit, will make you a highly desirable candidate. Employment opportunities across the financial services are numerous, including trading, investment management, fund management, financial advice, compliance reporting, banking and insurance. Atlantic House, Cardiff Campus Full-time: 1 year (September) Part-time: 2 years (September) An undergraduate accounting degree (or business with strong accounting content) from a recognised university, 2:2 Honours or higher. Investment and Portfolio Analysis Financial Services Regulation, Law and Compliance Corporate Finance Research Methods One optional module from: Multinational Operations in Finance and Banking Quantitative Methods for Financial Markets Corporate Financial Reporting This MSc Finance and Investment aims to develop your understanding of the theories, techniques and regulatory environment of financial market investment. You will study a range of finance and investment modules from a theoretical and practical point of view, through academic reading and use of simulation software and powerful financial databases. A study of research methods in a finance and investment context will prepare you to undertake your choice of research project in an area of finance and investment, with supervision from expert academic staff. You will also have the opportunity to choose an optional module in a specialist area such as Multinational Operations in Finance and Banking or Quantitative Methods for Financial Markets. The course is delivered in Atlantic House, Cardiff, and offers facilities and a supportive environment in which accounting and finance students can flourish. From a fully equipped learning resource centre and a state-of-the-art trading room powered by leading industry software from Thomson Reuters, to interactive teaching spaces. You will learn through a combination of lectures, tutorials, computer workshops, case study analysis and discussion groups. A handson, student-led approach is employed where you will be exposed to real-world situations and given the skills and opportunities to find practical solutions. Assessment is through a range of methods, predominantly coursework based assignments. This course will enhance your critical, analytical and appraisal skills when handling business data from a financial perspective. These skills, coupled with your previous qualifications in business studies, accounting or audit, will make you a highly desirable candidate. Employment opportunities across the financial services are numerous, including trading, investment management, fund management, financial advice, compliance reporting, banking and insurance

8 Atlantic House, Cardiff Campus Full-time: 1 year (September An undergraduate degree from a recognised university, 2:2 Honours or higher. Islamic Banking and Finance Critical Issues in Islamic Banking Research Methods in and Finance Plus three optional modules: Corporate Finance Multinational Operations in Finance and Banking Economic Development International Financial Services Regulations MSc Islamic Banking and Finance The MSc Islamic Banking and Finance addresses the lack of experts trained in Islamic finance in the UK. Islamic finance is experiencing growth rates of approximately 15-20% per annum, with predictions from rating agency Standard and Poor s suggesting that the total number of assets controlled by Shariah compliant institutions could exceed $4 trillion. Its performance in the current recessionary climate is a good indicator of the viability of Islamic finance on a global scale, with Western banks also opening Islamic sections. Moreover, governments around the world are introducing new bills to incorporate Islamic banks into their financial systems. This MSc Islamic Banking and Finance will provide the knowledge and analytical skill to explore and explain the principles and practices of Islamic banking and finance. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of the financial, economic and legal environments in which Islamic banking operates. Throughout the course, you will examine and critically evaluate Islamic financial instruments and risk management issues. You will also examine the role of the capital market and its function in providing Islamic finance. You will learn through a variety of methods, including lectures, tutorials, guest lectures, case studies, audio visuals and field trips. Assessment is through regular coursework as the course progresses, with exams at the end of each academic year. This course is designed to equip any student who intends to work in the financial sector of developing and emerging countries with the concepts and tools to succeed in the rapidly changing world of financial instruments and markets. From Islamic bank managers to finance directors, our recent graduates have attained positions in a variety of local, national and international organisations. Atlantic House, Cardiff Campus Full-time: 1 year (September An undergraduate degree from a recognised university, 2:2 Honours or higher. Research Methods in and Finance Strategic for Decision Making Corporate Finance Corporate Environment Marketing Systems and Structures Comparative Study of Financial Systems in Developing Countries Multinational Operations in Finance and Banking Plus an optional module: Islamic Banking and Finance Economic Development International Financial Services Regulations Issues in International Management Strategic Management MSc Management and Development of International Financial Systems This international financial systems course will equip you with the concepts and tools to operate successfully in the rapidly changing world of finance. It combines academic rigour and cutting-edge practices with a policy orientation. Financial institutions have been forced by the globalisation of trade and finance to engage in the international financial market. Without a knowledge and understanding of international banking theory, practice and procedure, finance managers cannot take the strategic steps required to restructure financial systems and to operate effectively and efficiently in this new and evolving environment. The MSc Management and Development of International Financial Systems will empower you to play a valuable role in this exciting field by developing your skills in the areas of banking and finance, with particular emphasis on the international dimension. The varied backgrounds of the teaching team and their range of research and consultancy activities ensure an appropriate blend of academic and practical perspectives. The programme also invites input from practitioners of major financial institutions who have national and international roles. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, guest lectures, case studies, audio visuals and field trips. Assessment is through regular coursework as the course progresses, with exams at the end of each academic year This course is designed to equip any student who intends to work in the financial sector of developing and emerging countries with the concepts and tools to cope successfully in the rapidly changing world of financial instruments and markets. From finance directors to investment bankers, our recent graduates have attained positions within a variety of local, national and international organisations

9 Part-time: 2 years (September Contact the University for entry requirements. Contemporary Issues in or Business Research Project MSc and Finance / and Financial Management (Fast-track) This MSc and Finance/ and Financial Management is available in a fasttrack format. It offers a natural progression route for qualified accountants that both boosts career prospects and provides a source of qualifying CPD activities. This course provides the opportunity to develop knowledge, understanding and critical appreciation of a wide range of contemporary accounting, finance and/or financial management issues. The teaching team have a variety of research interests, including sustainability accounting, charity governance disclosures and professional education. They have experience of delivering CPD to professional bodies and large organisations on topics such as governance, performance management, risk management and corporate reporting. This, combined with their experience of teaching on the ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW professional qualifications, means you can be sure the course is academically rigorous, stimulating and practically focused. You may choose between a dissertation exploring a contemporary accounting area of interest to you, or a business research project that investigates an organisational or management problem in the workplace. Both allow you to develop the skills of diagnosis, analysis, criticism, synthesis and evaluation required to successfully complete an advanced piece of theoretical research. The research project may also bring real practical improvements in the workplace, benefitting your employer

10 Visit Us Open Events play an important part in helping to determine which university is right for you. That s why the University of South Wales hosts Open Evenings throughout the year, giving you an opportunity to see what we have to offer. You can meet the academic staff and find out about student funding, scholarships available and the application process. Visit to book your place today, or The is one of the largest universities in the UK, offering a wide range of courses across the region. The University is Wales s leading provider of professional courses, including ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPD, CIPS and ILM, where excellent teaching is underpinned by applied business research and consultancy. All our professional courses are taught by experienced lecturers with expertise in their respective disciplines. Our accounting and finance courses are taught at our campuses in Newport, Treforest and Cardiff. To check which campus your course is taught at visit Fees The fees for postgraduate and professional courses depend on your course and study mode. For further information on fees, visit or There are plenty of ways to help manage the cost of your education. Here at the, we offer a little extra support. We have a team of experts that can help with anything money-related and offer a range of generous scholarships. For information on course fees, living and additional costs, scholarships and money, visit or How to apply You can apply to the University directly using the online application form at You will also be able to track your application online. I chose the because the course fitted around my job and personal life, and it is organised to cause minimum disruption. The support and enthusiasm from the experienced tutors gave me the skills, knowledge and confidence to further my career. Professionally, studying the ACCA was the best thing I ve ever done. Laura Stacey, Graduate ACCA