Lee Kong Chian School of Business (SMU)

The Global Master of Finance dual-degree programme prepares graduates for a wide range of careers in the financial industry.
   

Our Global Master of Finance dual-degree programme (GMF) is a rigorous course designed to equip students with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the analytical and pricing issues of financial markets and instruments, largely from a practical perspective.

Graduates of our programme will attain a thorough understanding of economic analysis, financial statement analysis, security pricing and dynamics of financial markets, all of which are vital in today’s financial industry. They will gain a broad and complete understanding of corporate balance sheets, understand the risks and payoffs of market instruments and develop the abilities to invest with an appropriate risk appetite and controls. Increasingly, awareness of new regulatory frameworks and regulations on the financial industry is also emphasised together with the institutional background of markets.

The GMF programme therefore prepares graduates for a wide range of careers in the financial industry, including equity analysis, portfolio management, fixed-income analysis, derivatives analysis, corporate risk management, corporate strategy, hedge fund management, or, in general terms, financial analysis. In addition, the curriculum is also designed to suit the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) examination requirements, ensuring our students can pursue their CFA designation. Historically, our students have achieved excellent results in the CFA examinations.

Our overall aim is to produce graduates with the requisite analytical skills and knowledge to advance their career in the financial services and financial markets. For the GMF programme, we have put together a team of well-qualified and experienced faculty and industry professionals with a passion for finance and the enthusiasm to share their knowledge with students.

I strongly encourage you to join our programme, and embark on a journey that can transform your future in the finance industry. You will find it a rewarding and enriching experience.