Part Time
30
www.wit.ie/springboard
23/09/2020
28/09/2020
28/05/2021
This course has been developed for candidates either in employment in the financial services industry or those wishing to take up employment in the sector. Aimed at providing advanced skills and knowledge in finance and economics this course will facilitate knowledge expansion, the acquisition of new skills, competencies and the development of a new mind set.
Consisting of six equally weighted modules candidates will learn not only the theory underpinning core phenomena but will also work with live data. Contemporary issues are also central to this programme and candidates will hear from industry practitioners presenting on particular themes such as Brexit, Anti Money Laundering and Fintech. Additional seminars are devoted to career development.
Practice-based training will be central with candidates receiving specialised training in quantitative financial methods and monetary economics. The School has recently developed a new Finance lab fully equipped with a range of financial software, e.g-Refinitiv Eikon (financial database and analytics for the global financial community) StockTrak (a virtual trading platform) and use of the Financial Times), all of which will enhance candidates digital skills. Candidates will also get exposure to leading research being conducted in the School's AIB Centre for Finance and Business Research. Particular topics of interest include financial regulation, green and sustainable finance- all of whom fit within the areas prioritised under the International Financial Services Strategy 2025 Ireland for Finance.
Delivery will take place over two semesters in a flexible format to facilitate those in employment. It will encompass lectures, workshops and seminars. Assessment methods will include projects, reflective pieces and written exams.
In summary this course will enhance the pool of talent for employers, afford candidates a valuable opportunity to upskill/ reorient their career and help them embark on their lifelong learning journey.
Applicants must hold at least a Level 8 Degree, or equivalent award, in business/finance/economics or another discipline with an economics and/or finance related modules or provide evidence of having achieved an equivalent standard through the institute's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. Candidates without a Level 8 Degree may be invited to interview to assess their suitability and nature of their experience for the RPL process. RPL candidates should complete the RPL form at https://www.wit.ie/images/uploads/Education_School_PDF/WIT_RP6_Springboard_RPL_Form.docx and submit the completed form to springboard@wit.ie
English language competency - international students must meet the WIT requirements for postgraduates in IELTS or equivalent. Please see https://www.wit.ie/images/uploads/Education_School_PDF/WIT_RP6_Springboard_RPL_Form.docx
Places on the programme are allocated on merit, on a competitive basis.
This course has been developed for candidates either in employment in the financial services industry or those wishing to take up employment in the sector. Aimed at providing advanced skills and knowledge in finance and economics this course will facilitate knowledge expansion, the acquisition of new skills, competencies and the development of a new mind set.
Consisting of six equally weighted modules candidates will learn not only the theory underpinning core phenomena but will also work with live data. Contemporary issues are also central to this programme and candidates will hear from industry practitioners presenting on particular themes such as Brexit, Anti Money Laundering and Fintech. Additional seminars are devoted to career development.
Practice-based training will be central with candidates receiving specialised training in quantitative financial methods and monetary economics. The School has recently developed a new Finance lab fully equipped with a range of financial software, e.g-Refinitiv Eikon (financial database and analytics for the global financial community) StockTrak (a virtual trading platform) and use of the Financial Times), all of which will enhance candidates digital skills. Candidates will also get exposure to leading research being conducted in the Schools’ AIB Centre for Finance and Business Research. Particular topics of interest include financial regulation, green and sustainable finance- all of whom fit within the areas prioritised under the International Financial Services Strategy 2025 Ireland for Finance.
Delivery will take place over two semesters in a flexible format to facilitate those in employment. It will encompass lectures, workshops and seminars. Assessment methods will include projects, reflective pieces and written exams.
In summary this course will enhance the pool of talent for employers, afford candidates a valuable opportunity to upskill/ reorient their career and help them embark on their lifelong learning journey.
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