MBA in Global Banking & Finance

EU Business School (EU BCN)

• Location Barcelona, Spain
• Type of Degree Master
• Start Date 2021/09/27
• Duration 1 year
• Application Deadline 2021/09/03
• Language English
• Attendance On Campus
• Dedication Full-time
• Pace Instructor-paced
• Tuition fees 20850 €

Program description

This Program is also available in:

• Geneva
• Montreaux
• Online

Overview

This major covers a diverse range of areas in the finance industry, from the financial organization, operations and challenges of the economy at large to issues of financial management in firms and financial institutions. This program equips students with the analytical foundation and tools necessary to deal with important practical issues in a finance-centered career, and develops the entrepreneurial thinking that is key to creative problem-solving. This program is the perfect preparation for management positions in the fields of corporate finance, investment management and other areas of banking and finance.

Degree Awarded

A university master’s degree awarded by Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), (título propio), a state-recognized university in Spain.

A master's degree from EU Business School Switzerland which is internationally accredited by ACBSP, IACBE, IQA and certified by eduQua.

Dual Qualification

Students studying an EU MBA program have the opportunity to earn a second distinct qualification, a state-accredited degree from the London Metropolitan University, U. K. Students with less than two years' professional experience may earn a U. K. state-accredited MSc in International Management while students with more than two years' experience may earn a U. K. state-accredited MBA. For both degrees, students are required to complete 120 ECTS. This is achieved through the completion of a final EU business competency simulation and a University of Roehampton dissertation in addition to the regular EU MBA coursework. Both qualifications can be earned in one year of full-time study or two years, part-time.

Faculty

EU's faculty is composed of highly qualified academics, entrepreneurs, consultants and business leaders. All courses are taught by lecturers with a wealth of practical experience in their fields. Our teaching staff create a personalized and interactive learning environment that promotes and fosters the skills and knowledge required for a successful career in business. The caliber of the faculty and a culture that values and rewards an entrepreneurial spirit are what make EU Business School stand out.

Program Structure

The MBA in Global Banking & Finance (90 ECTS) is a one-year, three-term degree. Students complete five to six course modules per term which are combined with seminars, company visits, guest speaker sessions and case studies among others. In order to graduate, students must complete a management research methods module and a dissertation. This program is also available as a two-year, six-term, part-time degree.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program enter the finance field with a finely tuned knowledge base that is crucial to making sound and profitable decisions. Students will also:

• Learn to interpret data, technical reports and articles on investments.
• Develop a basic understanding of derivative-related financial instruments.
• Review what is required to start and operate a small business.
• Prepare a comprehensive, business plan.

Career Options

The MBA with a major in global banking & finance provides students with comprehensive business knowledge and specialist skills in banking and finance. Graduates of this MBA program may be interested in the following careers.

Chief Accounting Officer

Chief accounting officers are responsible for an organization’s accounting department, its operations and financial reporting. Their functions include overseeing ledgers, assets, credit, collections and accounts, creating and controlling budgets, managing taxes and ensuring organizational compliance with laws and regulations, among others.

Hedge Fund Analyst

Hedge fund analysts work on behalf of hedge funds and are tasked with achieving high profits from investments. They will look to find attractive investment opportunities by analyzing company reports and by staying abreast of market transactions, industry trends, macroeconomic indicators and market forecasts.

Investor Relations Manager

Investor relations managers are in charge of managing the communication and relations between an institution’s management and investors. They release financial, operational and strategic information to investors in order to maintain or increase share price. They organize shareholder meetings and issue press releases, among other communication tasks.

Credit Manager

Credit managers are tasked with managing the credit process of an organization and ensuring the creditworthiness of its customers. These professionals will accept and reject credit demands, negotiate the terms and conditions of loans and the payment of purchases and review and document the organization’s credit policies and procedures.