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: IELTS: 6.5 overall score or equivalent. 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)

National University of Ireland Maynooth’s TOEFL code is 8850

Online application only www.pac.ie/maynoothuniversity

PAC Code

MH12D

The following documents should be forwarded to PAC, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway or 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 birth certificate or valid passport.

In the first year (commencing September) all students must register full-time and follow the programme of the MSc in Finance or the MSc in Economic and Financial Risk Analysis. Once the MSc Programme is successfully completed at honours level, the student develops a course of study which combines taught courses, reading courses and research under the guidance of his/her supervisory committee. At the end of the second year, a full-time student must present his/her thesis. A part-time student has two years to present his/her thesis after the completion of the (full-time) first year. Should the quality of the thesis meet the PhD standard, with a grade of at least 60% in the programme, the student will be invited to continue in the PhD programme. 

Duration: 2 years full-time

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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 : Prof Gregory Connor
Tel +353 (0)1 708 3822
Email business@mu.ie
Website https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/school-business
Address School of Business, North Campus, Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare

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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