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You can learn more about the research themes of the School of Business at  https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/school-business/our-research. 

Students should make direct contact with research active academics in advance of making a research proposal. You can access information on research active staff and their research interests here: 

https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/school-business/our-people 

The degree is targeted at high performing students with a strong background in Economics, Finance or a quantitative discipline. Students are eligible for admission if they have obtained at least a 2.1 grade (or the equivalent) in:

• an honours degree in Finance or Economics, or a degree in which Finance or Economics formed a substantial component.
• an honours degree in which there was a substantial quantitative component, such as Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematical Physics or Statistics
• a postgraduate conversion course such as a Higher Diploma in Finance or similar.

Applicants with a high 2.2 in an undergraduate Economics or Finance degree but with 2.1 standard in key modules may also be eligible; they will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions Director.

Minimum English language requirements: please visit Maynooth University International Office website for further information about English language and other requirements for international students.  The requirements specified are applicable for both EU and non-EU International applicants..

Students without the above qualifications may wish to apply for the two-year MSc Finance (MHH74)

Maynooth University's TOEFL code is 8850

Applicants should complete the following steps in order: 

Secure agreement from a School of Business faculty member to supervise their research programme and develop a research proposal with this proposed supervisor 

Submit an application to the School of Business PhD Director using the School of Business Application form. 

Once the school has accepted your application complete the university-level online application at www.pac.ie/maynoothuniversity 

PAC Code 

MH12D MLitt by Research Finance Full-time; MH13D MLitt by Research Finance Part-time 

The following information should be uploaded to your online application form: 

Certified copies of all official transcripts of results for all non-Maynooth University qualifications listed MUST accompany the application. Failure to do so will delay your application being processed. Non-Maynooth University students are asked to provide two academic references and a copy of their birth certificate or valid passport. 

The student, on registration, holds an introductory meeting with their supervisor(s) where a customised and individualised programme of research investigation is balanced with supporting taught modules. These supported modules are identified from a suite of modules that make up the structured PhD programme in finance. Annual progress reviews are part of the research masters programme in business, accounting or finance and completion of requisite generic/transferable skills modules will be taken into account when assessing student progress. Students are required to complete a written thesis and viva voce examination. Students will not be permitted to submit their thesis (or equivalent) for examination without having accumulated the required amount of credits. 

In addition to developing their own research topic with their supervisor(s), students will be required to take 10 credits worth of modules over the duration of their programme of doctoral research. 5 of these will be generic/transferable modules, and 5 in subject/specialist modules.  

Duration: 2 years full-time, 3 years part-time2

Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually. Please check periodically for updates.

Year 1

FINANCE The M.Litt. Programme is a structured research-based programme that extends over a minimum of two years and is aimed at high-performance students who wish to combine taught modules and independent research. Students will be introduced to the components of advanced research and will be encouraged to actively participate in academic communication and publishing where applicable. The rigorous nature of the structure aims to ultimately extend the student’s capability to contribute to theory and develop new knowledge as they proceed through their research project. Alongside exceptional research training and support, the structured M.Litt. in Finance also aims to provide research graduates with the requisite skills to engage with broader business and civil communities outside academic contexts. M.Litt. students generally start their programme in either September or January. Notes: All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students. Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules. Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie. FNR600 - FINANCE Credits: n/a Not compulsory: Module Code Credits Semester Compulsory ACADEMIC WRITING MODULE GST3 5 2 ADVANCED COMMUNICATION SKILLS: CONFERENCE PRESENTATION FM806 5 Year-Long BUSINESS RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS MN806 5 Year-Long CONFERENCE ORGANISATION FM801 5 Year-Long ENGAGING WITH THE COMMUNITY:RESEARCH, PRACTICE AND REFLECTION. FM804 5 Year-Long ETHICS AND ACADEMIC PRACTICE FOR RESEARCH STUDENTS GST15 5 Year-Long GRANT MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE GST8 5 Year-Long OUTREACH & COMMUNICATION FM805 5 Year-Long PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN POSTGRADUATE TEACHING & LEARNING : TUTORS & DEMONSTRATORS CTL1 5 1 PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN POSTGRADUATE TEACHING & LEARNING : TUTORS & DEMONSTRATORS CTL1X 5 2 PROFESSIONAL SKILLS - THESIS COMPLETION AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT GST11 5 2 QUALITATIVE METHODS IN BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT RESEARCH MN811 5 Year-Long QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT RESEARCH MN812 5 Year-Long RESEARCH FUNDING APPLICATION GST13 5 1 RESEARCH PLACEMENT FM803 5 Year-Long RESEARCH QUESTIONS, LITERATURE REVIEWS AND THEORY BUILDING IN BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT RESEARCH MN805 5 Year-Long SEMINAR SERIES FM808 5 Year-Long SOCIALIZING RESEARCH MN807 5 Year-Long THE CRAFT AND LOGICS OF SOCIAL RESEARCH I SO802A 10 1 WINTER SCHOOL/SUMMER SCHOOL/SHORT COURSE FM807 5 Year-Long WORK-BASED PLACEMENT FM802 5 Year-Long

Programme Director Dr. Nicola Mountford
Tel +353 1 708 3609 
Email Nicola.Mountford@mu.ie / business@mu.ie
Website https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/school-business
Address School of Business, 3rd Floor, TSI Building, North Campus, Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare. W23 WK26.

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Graduates of the programme have excellent employment records at home and abroad, with graduates working in many of the major financial centres of the world, e.g. New York, Chicago, Hong Kong, London, as well as in Dublin. Recent graduates are currently pursuing careers in stockbroking, bond trading, investment strategy, portfolio fund management and investment and retail banking in the private sector. Other recent graduates have taken up research positions at the Central Bank of Ireland, while some have continued to Ph.D. programmes to pursue an academic career. The diverse career paths reflect the adaptability and flexibility of our graduates.

For further information on Postgraduate options please go to the Graduate Studies site