Master of Arts in Banking, Investments and Finance

MQF Level

Duration and Credits

3 Semesters

90 ECTS

Mode of Study

Full-time

The Master of Arts in Banking, Investments and Finance is a comprehensive programme designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the dynamic world of finance. Throughout this course, you will delve into a wide range of subjects, including financial markets, risk management, investment analysis, corporate finance, and banking regulations. By combining theoretical frameworks with practical applications, you will gain a deep understanding of the intricacies of financial systems and the strategies employed by successful institutions, which will guide you as you navigate the contemporary landscape of banking, investments and finance. As part of the programme, you will have the opportunity to conduct an in-depth research and analysis, culminating in a supervised dissertation. This dissertation will allow you to apply the knowledge and skills you have acquired throughout the course to a specific area of interest within your field.

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The Course shall be open to applicants in possession of:

a Bachelor degree in Banking and Finance from this University, obtained with at least Second Class Honours or
the degree of Bachelor of Commerce with Banking and Finance as one of the two main areas of study, obtained with at least Category II or
a degree with at least Second Class Honours or Category II, in any other area deemed relevant by the Board of Studies or
a qualification deemed by Senate, on the recommendation of the Board, to be comparable to the qualifications listed in paragraphs (a), (b) and (c),

provided that, in appropriate cases, the Board may require students admitted to the Course to follow and pass supplementary study-units to which a maximum of 12 ECTS credits are assigned in addition to the programme of study.

The admission of applicants under paragraphs (b) and, if necessary, (c) and (d) may be made conditional on the results of an interview conducted for the purpose.

Applicants admitted under paragraphs (b) and, if necessary, (c) and (d) may be required to complete a preparatory programme.

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Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2)

Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of students and time-table constraints) Students are required to choose ONE* elective study-unit to the value of 5 ECTS either from Year or Semester 1 study-units on offer during Year 1.*

BKF5530	Portfolio Management	5 ECTS


Semester 1

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

BFI5331	Advanced Investments and Finance	5 ECTS
BFI5332	Derivatives Markets	5 ECTS
BFI5333	Financial Econometrics	5 ECTS
BFI5334	Fundamental Tools for Investing	5 ECTS
BFI5335	Dissertation Research Methods and Advanced Thomson Reuters	5 ECTS

Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of students and time-table constraints) Students are required to choose ONE* elective study-unit to the value of 5 ECTS either from Year or Semester 1 study-units on offer during Year 1.*

BFI5336	Advanced Banking	5 ECTS


Semester 2

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

BFI5401	Advanced Corporate Finance	5 ECTS
BFI5402	Securities Regulation	5 ECTS
BFI5403	Advanced Risk Management	5 ECTS
BFI5404	Structured Investment Products	5 ECTS

Elective Units (Elective units are offered subject to availability, a minimum number of students and time-table constraints)Students are required to choose TWO* of the following elective study-units to the value of 10 ECTS.*

BFI5337	Banking Regulation	5 ECTS
BFI5408	Treasury Management	5 ECTS
BFI5409	Advanced Financial Econometrics	5 ECTS


Summer Semester

Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

BFI5330	Dissertation	30 ECTS

This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Postgraduate Awards, 2021 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of Master of Arts in Banking, Investments and Finance - M.A. - under the auspices of the Faculty of Economics, Management and Accountancy.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

Describe and discuss the impacts of salient banking trends, with particular reference to the implications of evolving technologies.
Explain the concept of risk in order to be able to decide which clients can benefit from this asset.
Explain the rationale underlying the use of structured products.
List the main topical issues in securities regulation and supervision in Malta.
Develop a good understanding of psychological concepts that are relevant to financial decision making and the way to apply them in practice.
Conduct a research project in an appropriate manner taking into consideration all ethical issues required, time-planning and budgeting.

Non EU Applicants:

Total Tuition Fees: Eur 10,800
Yr 1: Eur 10,800

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As a graduate in the Master of Arts in Banking, Investments and Finance are diverse and promising, you will be able to pursue various roles within financial institutions such as commercial banks, investment banks, asset management firms, and insurance companies. Positions such as financial analyst, investment banker, portfolio manager, risk manager, financial consultant, and corporate finance manager are common career paths for graduates. Additionally, opportunities exist in regulatory bodies, government agencies, and international organizations involved in financial policymaking and supervision. The program equips you with a solid foundation in finance, analytical skills, and strategic thinking, enabling you to thrive in these roles and make informed decisions in complex financial environments.

If you would like to broaden your research skills and gain a more refined understanding of a particular field in Banking, Investments and Finance, then you may also choose to enrol in a doctorate programme.

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