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Master’s degrees 2021/22 All the information contained within this brochure was correct at the time of going to print.

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“ Your time at the Business School will be a life-changing experience. Our leading academics with their links to industry means your learning has a real-world focus. Our international focus and student community make for a truly global experience. Get ready for a rewarding career in today’s fast-moving business world.” Dr Nick Motson Associate Dean, MSc Programme MASTERʼS DEGREES 5

Masterʼs degrees with real-world focus

A masterʼs degree from the AN EXCEPTIONAL OFFER CONTENTS Business School (formerly ■ A wide choice of full-time, part-time and online Cass) will help you to specialise masterʼs degrees 80 Master’s degrees with real-world focus 5 and get ahead in a fiercely ■ A great location to live, study and find career Actuarial and Insurance master’s degrees 6 competitive employment opportunities Finance master’s degrees 10 marketplace. We offer over ■ High-quality, career-relevant teaching in Quantitative Finance master’s degrees 15 20 masterʼs degrees including stimulating, modern facilities ■ Management master’s degrees 18 full-time, part-time and online Proactive career support and advice throughout the course Shipping and Energy master’s degrees 28 study options, all delivered in average a real-world context. ■ International elective opportunities for students student Real Estate master’s degrees 30 to study abroad. Recent locations have included age Study opportunities 32 Our London home is the Dublin, Paris, Madrid, Mannheim, New York and Singapore* Your application 33 beating heart of a community Full-time Part-time Online ■ Superb local and global networking opportunities Online study 34 spanning 150 countries. Its proximity to the Square Mile through links with alumni, leading employers 24 37 31 Part-time study 36 and Tech City offers unrivalled and institutions. An outstanding place to study 40 access to the best of global Global connections 42 business intelligence and MEET US innovation. Benefiting from our We hold regular information sessions, contacts with numerous City one-to-ones and masterclasses at the Business School and also in cities around the world. firms, many of our students Visit: www.cass.city.ac.uk/masters/events. move on to positions in those 19% firms every year. Our world- ASK A STUDENT leading faculty chose us to If you have any questions about the be part of a unique centre of student experience, visit the website academic excellence – and you to ask one of our current students: 55% can do the same. www.cass.city.ac.uk/masters/ask-a-student 26%

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Overseas All degree modules in this brochure were offered Sinthujon Murugavarothayan, in 2020/21 and are examples only. Please visit our † Across the Business School masterʼs MSc in Real Estate Investment (2019) website to see what is available for 2021/22. degrees portfolio 2020/21. 6 ACTUARIAL AND INSURANCE MASTER’S DEGREES ACTUARIAL AND INSURANCE MASTER’S DEGREES 7

A real perspective

Sanau Kantai

MSc in Actuarial Management (2019)

Actuarial Analyst

Zamara, Kenya Actuarial Science Actuarial Management

Full-time Full-time and part-time “The MSc in Actuarial www.cass.city.ac.uk/actscience www.cass.city.ac.uk/actman Management is highly regarded in the actuarial industry. I chose the Business School for its overall If you have strong technical ability ROUTES TO SUCCESS We aim to produce highly skilled In addition to these modules, you will choose ranking as well as its location in and an interest in solving business The actuarial profession is a highly respected actuarial professionals and this degree three from the following list of electives*: London, which offers great access problems, becoming an actuary is body whose members are among the most has been designed to meet the needs ■ Life Insurance (SP2), Term 1 to one of the most developed highly paid in the UK. Our graduates work for ■ actuarial markets worldwide. one of the most rewarding career a variety of employers, including insurance of actuarial employers and those from Pensions and Other Benefits (SP4), Term 1 choices you can make. companies, consultancy firms, banks and other sectors requiring financial risk ■ General Insurance – Reserving and Capital The most obvious benefit of the investment managers. managers. It focuses on developing Modelling (SP7), Term 1 The MSc in Actuarial Science will propel you MSc in Actuarial Management into the profession by offering you a firm skills in the areas of life and non-life ■ Finance and Financial Reporting (CB1), is the exemptions from the grounding in the fundamentals of actuarial MODULES OFFERED insurance, health and care, pensions, Term 1** actuarial professional exams. Pre-study modules They go a long way in the journey science, insurance, finance, investment, finance and investment. ■ Business Economics (CB2), Term 1** business analytics and machine learning. ■ Introduction to R Programming to becoming a qualified actuary. We were the first institution in the world to ■ Health and Care (SP1), Term 2 Its fast-track study route allows you to gain ■ Introduction to Python Programming I found the flexibility of the professional exemptions before embarking on develop an MSc in Actuarial Management and ■ Finance and Investment A (SP5), Term 2 your career. Term 1 launch it in 1997. third term of the programme ■ Finance and Investment B (SP6), Term 2 very beneficial. Being able to The course is accredited by the Institute and ■ Financial Mathematics (CM1(1)) The degree is accredited by the Institute ■ Insurance Risk Modelling (CS2), Term 2** choose between different levels Faculty of Actuaries to offer exemptions from (compulsory) and Faculty of Actuaries, enabling you to study the key areas of actuarial practice ■ of research and a selection their Core Mathematics, Core Statistics and ■ Finance and Financial Reporting (CB1) Financial Economics (CM2), Term 2** and gain exemptions from the Core Practices of modules allowed me to Core Business professional examinations ■ ■ Business Economics (CB2) General Insurance – Pricing (SP8), Term 2 (Subjects CM1, CM2, CS1, CS2, CB1, CB2). (CP1, CP2, CP3) and Specialist Principles tailor the programme into one ■ ■ Probability and Mathematical Statistics (CS1) (SP1–SP8) subjects of the Institute and Modelling Practice (CP2), Term 2 that was best suited to the We were the first institution in the world Faculty of Actuaries. CP3 is offered as an avenues I chose to pursue to develop an MSc in Actuarial Science ■ Research Methods for Actuarial Term 3 exemption by subject. You may also gain post-graduation. I particularly and introduced it in 1985. Today it remains Professionals (compulsory) ■ Business Research Project and one exemptions from the Core Principles (CB1, enjoyed one of the Specialist cutting edge, following regular reviews from CB2, CS2, CM2) subjects. elective employers through our Advisory Board, Term 2 Technical modules. The core OR and now has an innovative Business ■ Contingencies (CM1 (2)) (compulsory) reading was transformed into ROUTES TO SUCCESS ■ Analytics pathway. ■ Applied Research Project and three real-life scenarios that we could Financial Economics (CM2) Our graduates work for a range of employers, electives think through for ourselves. ■ Insurance Risk Modelling (CS2) including insurance companies, investment These application skills have and retail banks, actuarial consultancies and OR ■ Analytics Methods for Business* ■ proved very valuable to me now government and non-government organisations. Five electives Since September 2020, we are ■ Machine Learning* in my career.” the first in the world to offer anMSc * You are required to complete at least two SP in Actuarial Science with Business Term 3 MODULES OFFERED modules from this list of electives. Analytics pathway, which will also ■ Business Research Project and one elective** Term 1 and 2 ** These modules are hosted by the MSc in Actuarial ■ prepare you for the non-traditional Actuarial Practice (CP1) Part I, Term 1 Science and students on that degree will be given actuarial field of business analytics. OR ■ Actuarial Practice (CP1) Part II, Term 2 preference where space is limited. ■ Applied Research Project and three electives ■ Strategic Management and Marketing, OR Term 1 ■ Five electives ■ Research Methods for Actuarial * Compulsory for MSc in Actuarial Science with Business Analytics pathway. Professionals, Term 1

** Students electing to take the MSc in Actuarial Science with Business Analytics pathway will not be offered this option as they are required to take at least two Term 3 electives from MSc in Business Analytics. 8 ACTUARIAL AND INSURANCE MASTER’S DEGREES ACTUARIAL AND INSURANCE MASTER’S DEGREES 9

Insurance and Risk Management

Full-time and part-time www.cass.city.ac.uk/irm

A key issue for all major firms, business MODULES OFFERED risk takes many forms, including Term 1 fluctuations in currencies, interest ■ Theory of Risk and Insurance Markets* rates and commodity prices; threats ■ Risk Management* to physical assets from earthquake, ■ Principles of Finance and Financial windstorm and other natural perils; Analysis man-made threats of terrorism, fraud ■ Insurance Law and Regulation* and criminality; plus a host of further operational risks that surround all Term 2 ■ commercial enterprises. Accounting and Financial Management in Insurance This degree explores this world of risk and the ■ Business Organisation and Corporate growing relationship between insurance, risk Strategy in Insurance and Financial management and financial services. If you Services already hold a CII Advanced Diploma, there ■ General Insurance* is a special fast-track January start, giving exemption from the first term of the MSc. ■ Risk Analysis and Modelling

Term 3 ROUTES TO SUCCESS ■ Three electives and a Business Our graduates hold positions in top companies Research Project worldwide, including major insurers and re-insurers, international insurance brokers, * Students who hold a CII Advanced Diploma are Lloyd’s of London, investment and retail eligible for a ‘fast-track’ January start and are banks, accountancy firms, management exempt from these modules. consultancies and industrial corporations.

“ Studying with so many insurance practitioners is truly an asset and gave me the opportunity to build my commercial awareness and gain a deeper knowledge about how the insurance industry works.” Ting Tina Cheung, MSc in Insurance and Risk Management (2020) 10 FINANCE MASTER’S DEGREES FINANCE MASTER’S DEGREES 11

A real perspective

Aamina Asim

MSc in Finance (2020)

Investment Banking Intern

Equirus Group Banking and International Finance Finance

Full-time Full-time “Having had an inclination www.cass.city.ac.uk/mscbif www.cass.city.ac.uk/mscfin towards quantitative subjects and hailing from a business family that has been involved The MSc in Banking and International MODULES OFFERED If you are a flexible, high-calibre MODULES OFFERED in trade and commerce, it was Finance is designed to equip you for Term 1 student, our MSc in Finance has the Term 1 only natural that I took an an outstanding career in the banking ■ Commercial and Investment Banking potential to open up global career ■ Corporate Finance and Valuation interest in finance. and international finance sector. ■ Financial Statements Analysis opportunities. This is because we are ■ Financial Reporting This led me to choose the ■ among the world’s most respected ■ Statistics in Finance Over 20 nationalities are represented in Finance and Investments globally renowned MSc in a typical intake, with the international ■ Quantitative Methods for Finance business schools, meeting the needs ■ Theory of Finance Finance degree at the Business dimension of the degree further enhanced of employers with a unique blend of ■ Research Methods for Finance ■ Research Methods for Finance School. My degree was a by the backgrounds of the permanent Professionals theory and practice. The degree is Professionals rollercoaster ride but one that and visiting academic faculty. This global designed to fit your career aspirations, I will most definitely cherish. perspective adds range and depth to the Term 2 with module content regularly modified Term 2 The challenges, opportunities student experience, and creates worldwide ■ Corporate Finance and refined to reflect the most up-to- ■ Asset Management and diversity it has to offer is networking opportunities after graduation. ■ Fixed Income date industry practice. ■ Derivatives and Risk Management unparalleled. The strategic The degree is a Chartered Financial Analyst location in the heart of London, ■ Risk Management Institute (CFA) Partner Programme and is The MSc in Finance equips you with a broad And two of the following: which is the finance hub, fully accredited by the Chartered Bankers ■ International Finance portfolio of skills relevant to the worlds ■ Advanced Corporate Finance also adds great value to the Institute (CBI) and the Institute of Chartered of investment and risk management and ■ International Finance entire experience. Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). Term 3 corporate finance. You will explore hedge ■ Business Research Project and fund strategies and performance and develop ■ Fixed Income The Business School has been ROUTES TO SUCCESS one elective an understanding of corporations’ capital extremely crucial in moulding Term 3 Graduates move into a wide range of careers OR structure and dividend payment decisions. On me and preparing me for the ■ in banks, as portfolio managers, in finance completion, you may be eligible for exemption Business Research Project and one fast-paced, competitive world ■ Applied Research Project and departments of industrial and service from professional examinations from the elective three electives of finance.” companies, as consultants, in central banks Chartered Institute of Management Accountants OR OR (CIMA) and the Association of Chartered and as auditors in multinational financial ■ Certified Accountants (ACCA). The degree is Applied Research Project and three organisations. ■ Five electives a Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA) electives Partner Programme. OR ■ Two modules (Mergers and Acquisitions ROUTES TO SUCCESS and Trading and Market Microstructure) Our graduates move into roles including and three electives “ The location in the heart of the City of London provides financial analysis, risk management and unparalleled access to a range of different firms and consultancy, within fields such as corporate The CFA is a programme professionals in banking and business. I have not only gained finance, fund management and banking. partner for our finance the specialist knowledge I sought, but also the confidence to degrees meaning that our curriculum is closely tied to execute in practical application.” the practice of investment Wyatt Himmer, MSc in Banking and International Finance (2020) management and is helpful to students preparing for the CFA exams. 12 FINANCE MASTER’S DEGREES FINANCE MASTER’S DEGREES 13

A real perspective

Katarina Aleksandrovic

MSc in International Accounting

and Finance (2017)

Reform Support Specialist Corporate Finance International Accounting and Finance Cardno International Development

Full-time Full-time “The Business School was www.cass.city.ac.uk/msccf www.cass.city.ac.uk/msciaf my first and only choice for postgraduate study, as I have always aspired to obtain one of This exciting degree will develop your MODULES OFFERED The MSc in International Accounting MODULES OFFERED the most prestigious master’s financial expertise to the highest Term 1 and Finance offers an expertly Term 1 degrees in finance in the very level, giving you the opportunity ■ Corporate Finance and Valuation structured degree, giving you the ■ Applied Empirical Accounting heart of London. ■ ■ to specialise in corporate finance Financial Reporting real-world accounting and finance Finance 1: Corporate Finance and Valuation The decision to enrol onto the (one of the most popular sectors of ■ Statistics in Finance expertise that leads to a wide range ■ Financial Reporting MSc in International Accounting financial services) and equipping you ■ Theory of Finance of rewarding international roles. ■ Strategic Cost Management and Finance is, without a with the knowledge to navigate the doubt, the one I’m most proud ■ Research Methods for Finance This highly practical degree prepares you ■ Research Methods for Finance rapidly changing global landscape Professionals for a leading role in the global investment Professionals of. The modules I have taken of corporate finance. community. It provides you with a combined have enabled me to gain a Term 2 expertise in accounting and corporate finance Term 2 comprehensive understanding The degree is a Chartered Financial Analyst ■ Topics in Mergers and Acquisitions and demonstrates how to assess performance ■ Accounting Information and Capital within the field of accounting Institute (CFA) Partner Programme. There ■ Advanced Corporate Finance and conduct valuation of firms using complex Markets and finance and to obtain highly are exemptions from some exams of financial and accounting data. ■ relevant and valuable skills. the Chartered Institute of Management ■ Corporate Risk Management International Financial Management The degree is a Chartered Financial Analyst ■ Accountants (CIMA) and the Association of ■ Financial Statement Analysis Finance 2: Advanced Corporate Finance In addition to outstanding Institute (CFA) Partner Programme. There are Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). ■ professors, I love the heart and Term 3 exemptions from some exams of the Chartered Financial Statement Analysis soul of the Business School. ■ Business Research Project and one Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), ROUTES TO SUCCESS Term 3 At the risk of sounding cliché, elective the Association of Chartered Certified Our graduates move into a diverse range of ■ Business Research Project and one elective Accountants (ACCA) and the Institute of postgraduate study at the financial sector careers, including investment OR Chartered Accountants of England and OR Business School is what I banking, securities sales and trading, foreign ■ Applied Research Project and three Wales (ICAEW). would always recommend to exchange, hedge funds, private banking, ■ Applied Research Project and three electives all hard-working and ambitious asset management, credit products, financial electives OR ROUTES TO SUCCESS students who are not afraid to and credit risk management and consultancy. OR ■ Five electives Our graduates move into a range of careers dream big.” in the financial sector, including roles as ■ International Financial Reporting analysts in accounting firms, corporate finance, Standards with two electives – Super auditing, regulatory bodies and consultancy. elective, earns students certification from the ICAEW OR CFA INSTITUTE INVESTMENT ■ International Financial Reporting Standards FOUNDATIONS CERTIFICATE with an Applied Research Project Offer-holders planning to undertake OR a finance-related masterʼs degree ■ at the Business School are Five electives advised to consider taking the CFA Institute Investment Foundations certificate. To find out more, visit www.cfainstitute.org/programs/ investment-foundations 14 FINANCE MASTER’S DEGREES QUANTITATIVE FINANCE MASTER’S DEGREES 15

Investment Management Mathematical Trading and Finance

Full-time Full-time www.cass.city.ac.uk/mscim www.cass.city.ac.uk/mtf

The MSc in Investment Management is ROUTES TO SUCCESS If you already possess excellent MODULES OFFERED founded on three principles: academic Graduates work as traders, fund managers, applied mathematical skills, this Term 1 rigour, relevant knowledge and an risk managers, security analysts, brokers degree combines academic rigour ■ Asset Pricing and corporate treasurers. international orientation. with a strong practical dimension ■ Derivatives to give you a solid foundation in ■ Stochastic Modelling Methods in Finance You will acquire a sound knowledge of MODULES OFFERED Many of our students the theoretical foundations that underpin Term 1 financial mathematical theory ■ Foundations of Econometrics move into careers in the ■ and practice. modern investment and risk management Equity and Fixed Income Analysis ■ Applied Research Tools financial services sector, techniques. These principles are applied in ■ Macroeconomics for Investment Managers This will enable you to participate fully in the where understanding practice through case studies and the use Term 2 ■ ever-changing derivatives markets, where how to use dealing of online databases such as Bloomberg and Portfolio Theory ■ financial innovation and globalisation have Risk Analysis screens is a key skill. simulators. The practical aspect of the degree ■ Quantitative Methods in Investment created new investment opportunities, risks ■ Our Refinitiv Trading is delivered by lecturers with significant Fixed Income Management and instruments. Room and Bloomberg industry experience and by leading industry ■ Quantitative Trading ■ Finance Lab complement practitioners, providing a vital link between Research Methods for Finance You will acquire a sound knowledge of ■ Machine Learning for Quantitative classroom-based study theory and practice. Professionals mathematical finance, stochastic calculus, Professionals by offering an opportunity derivatives valuation, financial engineering, The course is a Chartered Financial Analyst Term 2 to work with these key quantitative risk modelling, numerical Institute (CFA) Programme Partner and ■ Term 3 financial resources. Alternative Investments methods and econometric techniques. is accredited by the Chartered Institute ■ Business Research Project and one ■ Structured Products for Securities & Investment (CISI), the elective ■ ROUTES TO SUCCESS Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) and Advanced Financial Statement Analysis OR the Chartered Alternative Investment ■ Our graduates go on to pursue a wide range Portfolio Management ■ Analyst Association (CAIA). of careers in derivatives trading and risk Applied Research Project and three Term 3 management with many of the world’s leading electives ■ Business Research Project and one financial institutions. OR elective ■ Five electives OR ■ Applied Research Project and three electives “ Studying at the Business School in London OR gives you the opportunity to connect with many ■ Five electives employers in the financial services sector, giving you a wide range of insight to different roles. The careers service is very active and organises many events, which are always beneficial to attend.” Chiel Dupont, MSc in Investment Management (2019) Portfolio Analyst, Minerva Investment Management Society 16 QUANTITATIVE FINANCE MASTER’S DEGREES QUANTITATIVE FINANCE MASTER’S DEGREES 17

Quantitative Finance Financial Mathematics

Full-time Full-time www.cass.city.ac.uk/qf www.cass.city.ac.uk/fm

This degree is designed to give MODULES OFFERED This degree equips you with the MODULES OFFERED you a sound understanding of the Term 1 tools needed to undertake high- Term 1 quantitative aspects of finance used ■ Asset Pricing quality research in both financial ■ Asset Pricing by practitioners and academics. ■ Derivatives and academic institutions. It is ■ Derivatives ■ Stochastic Modelling Methods in Finance mathematically rigorous, but ■ Stochastic Modelling Methods in Finance It focuses on topics such as econometrics, forecasting and risk modelling and covers ■ Foundations of Econometrics also links theory with real-world ■ Foundations of Econometrics developments. the financial instruments and the financial ■ Applied Research Tools ■ Applied Research Tools theory from a mathematical and practical point You should have a general interest in learning of view. It also equips you with knowledge Term 2 the more technical and mathematical Term 2 of computer software and programming ■ ■ Risk Analysis techniques used in financial markets; but you Risk Analysis languages such as Matlab. ■ Fixed Income don’t need to have a background in finance. ■ Fixed Income ROUTES TO SUCCESS ■ Econometrics of Financial Markets The degree focuses on stochastics and ■ Advanced Stochastic Modelling simulation techniques and also covers Our graduates are suitable for a number of roles ■ Numerical Methods – Applications ■ Simulation Techniques and Financial some econometrics. in the financial industry requiring extensive and Modelling in-depth market analysis, or for a career in asset Term 3 You’ll cover a wide range of elementary and management. You will also be equipped to ■ Business Research Project and one advanced topics in stochastics, including Levy Term 3 continue your postgraduate studies with a PhD elective processes and different simulation techniques. ■ Business Research Project and one in any area of quantitative finance. OR elective ROUTES TO SUCCESS OR ■ Applied Research Project and three Graduates will be equipped for roles electives ■ Applied Research Project and three involving the development of pricing and risk electives OR management models and their testing, or for a OR ■ Five electives career as a risk analyst or quantitative analyst. The degree also provides a solid platform for ■ Five electives further postgraduate studies, such as a PhD in mathematical finance.

Our careers team is committed to professional development, working with you to increase your employability and enabling you to stand out in the job market. You can get help with honing your CV and preparing for interviews and presentations. 18 MANAGEMENT MASTER’S DEGREES MANAGEMENT MASTER’S DEGREES 19

A real perspective

Aton Buense

MSc in Management (2017)

Analytics EMEA

Bloomberg LP Management Marketing Strategy and Innovation

“I wanted to really learn Full-time Full-time from the best. I chose the www.cass.city.ac.uk/management www.cass.city.ac.uk/msc-marketing Business School based on recommendations from some of my colleagues. This AMBA (Association of MBAs) MODULES OFFERED Providing an academically rigorous MODULES OFFERED accredited degree is academically Term 1 and professionally relevant Term 1 They really emphasised the fact ■ Accounting and Finance ■ Marketing Fundamentals that here it’s not just about the rigorous and highly practical, education, this degree combines ■ ■ business and management, offering graduates from a variety Principles of Marketing and Strategy sound theoretical foundations in Marketing Strategy and Practice but there was a strong alumni of backgrounds the opportunity to ■ Digital Management marketing and innovation with a ■ Creativity. Innovation. Design community that is focused develop knowledge and skills in ■ Quantitative Methods for Business deeper examination of key topics ■ Essentials of Accounting and Finance on things like management, key areas of modern management. such as brand management, digital ■ Market Research finance and supply chain; so I Based on an MBA-style curriculum, Term 2 marketing and consumer behaviour. really wanted to have that broad it provides cutting-edge knowledge ■ Business and Managerial Economics Term 2 The MSc in Marketing Strategy and Innovation contribution from the experts ■ Research Methods and Data Analytics ■ Analytical Methods for Marketing in all management disciplines. is specifically tailored for students with little and broaden my horizons. for Business ■ Consumer Behaviour The degree, which is consistently highly ranked or no prior marketing experience and study Plus any two from: The Business School has so by the Financial Times, focuses on the latest background. It equips you with the analytical ■ Brand Management and Communication many different experts in management tools and draws on leading-edge ■ Supply Chain Management capabilities needed to deal with complex Strategies different areas, you get to learn marketing issues. It also instils essential research from our world-renowned faculty. ■ Organisational Behaviour and HRM ■ Digital Marketing and Social Media from the very best in the field.” You will also develop practical skills such as ‘soft’ skills – including creativity, initiative, ■ persistence, team working, communication group work, leadership, decision-making, Advanced Strategy Analysis Term 3 and leadership – required to influence people communication, managing conflict and job ■ International Finance ■ Two core modules (Product Innovation interview techniques. and organisations. Crucially, the degree ■ Entrepreneurship enables you to harness the latest digital Management and Technology and technology in the pursuit of effective solutions. Marketing: Engaging the future) ROUTES TO SUCCESS Term 3 followed by three electives or a Your lecturers bring topics to life through The MSc in Management is an extremely ■ Business Research Project and three Business Research Project versatile qualification and we have helped electives interactive classes, case discussions, our graduates to pursue a wide range of lectures with leading marketers and hands-on careers in the corporate and consulting world. innovation and communication tasks. We also encourage students who want to develop their own innovative business ideas, ROUTES TO SUCCESS “ The induction was fantastic as I met or those wishing to pursue a career in their We are committed to creating not only excellent many people from all over. I appreciated family business. marketers, but also responsible leaders, and this ethos pervades the MSc in Marketing the diversity in backgrounds and Strategy and Innovation. Exploring topics such everyone’s willingness to help out. It was as corporate social responsibility enables you to reflect on the wider social implications of from this diverse set that throughout the marketing decisions and adapt quickly to the year I was able to learn and develop as a tone and tempo of modern business. marketer and person.” Luigi Ferrara, MSc in Marketing Strategy and Innovation (2018) NOTABLE EMPLOYERS Google, Interbrand, GfK, Unruly, Nestlé, Hogarth/WPP, Dunnhumby, Starcom Mediavest and Brand Union. 20 MANAGEMENT MASTER’S DEGREES MANAGEMENT MASTER’S DEGREES 21

A real perspective

Ashhab Ahmad

MSc in Business Analytics (2019)

Business Solutions Consultant

Voiant, Toronto International Business Business Analytics

Full-time Full-time “Initially there was a steep www.cass.city.ac.uk/msc-ib www.cass.city.ac.uk/msc-business-analytics learning curve, but the beauty of pushing yourself to the limit is that you are investing in yourself! This degree equips students with MODULES OFFERED If your professional objectives include MODULES OFFERED When the second term started, I cutting-edge knowledge and Term 1 generating and capturing greater Term 1 found myself much more at ease skills required to develop a career ■ International Business and Economics competitiveness in data-driven ■ Organisational Behaviour and People with the technical coding aspects Analytics in international business and to ■ Managing People in a Global Context businesses, then the MSc in Business of the classes and assignments. ■ Network Analytics undertake business across national ■ Managerial Finance and Accounting Analytics combines academic rigour No doubt, I feel much more ■ Data Visualisation boundaries. This is especially ■ Research Methods and Business Analytics with authentic experience to support equipped to take up the pertinent in light of the backdrop your career progression. ■ Quantitative Methods pressing challenges of the of the current globalisation or Term 2 digital economy and use data Essential analytical skills and business anti-globalisation drivers and the ■ Strategy in a Globalised World Term 2 as a resource in my career. I knowledge are prized by employers who are ■ Analytics Methods for Business accelerating digital transformation ■ Global Leadership keen to improve the operational efficiency, always had an appreciation for ■ of business. business performance and strategic Machine Learning tech and in the MSc in Business AND TWO OF THE FOLLOWING: management of their organisation. This ■ Revenue Management and Pricing Analytics, I found my true calling: The curriculum is designed to enable you to ■ International Marketing degree aims to bridge the gap between the a combination of business and face the challenges of a complex global and ■ Strategic Business Analysis ■ Multinational Financial Management computing function and business leaders. technology applied to essentially interconnected world. Differences between Term 3 take the analytics advantage! countries and their markets have remained ■ Global Supply Chain Management You will develop a comprehensive set of skills and attributes that are essential to ■ Applied Research Project a major stumbling block for employees and ■ I know that within the short Entrepreneurship and Managing Growth becoming a successful business analyst. managers venturing abroad. Local operations ■ Four specialist electives span of one year’s time, I have in a Global Context Besides achieving effective and persuasive function in radically different ways and equipped myself with a unique communication, our module leaders draw internationalising risks increase uncertainty – Term 3 skillset to bridge the gap between attention to ethics-related issues, which all of these challenges are examples of 'liability ■ International Business Research Project business and technology teams of foreignness', which has been identified as are key to responsible leadership. ■ – effectively differentiating the leading killer of international management Global Issues of CSR myself in a hypercompetitive job ambitions. Success abroad requires tools to ■ Plus two specialist electives ROUTES TO SUCCESS reduce this key threat and our curriculum will Our graduates are trained to participate market. If your passion lies in provide you with these tools. in the strategic management process, business and you want to equip improve financial performance and yourself with some essential ROUTES TO SUCCESS advise on designing effective measures technical skills, you cannot The MSc in International Business will of organisational performance, for which go wrong with the MSc in prepare you for functional or operational evidence-based data is a strategic asset Business Analytics.” roles such as international product manager, in the decision-making process. Our aim is project manager, business development to provide a foundation for those who will manager, account manager or finance/ determine the scope and direction of data accounting, marketing and strategy roles analytics research within an organisation. in any global setting. 22 MASTER’S DEGREES MASTER’S DEGREES 23 24 MANAGEMENT MASTER’S DEGREES MANAGEMENT MASTER’S DEGREES 25

A real perspective

Callie Seymour

Masterʼs in Innovation,

Creativity and Leadership (2018)

Community Manager, Artgym Global Supply Chain Management Innovation, Creativity and Leadership

Full-time Full-time and part-time “I worked in US politics as www.cass.city.ac.uk/msc-supply-chain www.cass.city.ac.uk/masters-creativity a political consultant for six years, specialising in political communications and marketing. Combining a deep understanding ROUTES TO SUCCESS This dynamic degree focuses on MODULES OFFERED I found the master’s in of core theories and concepts in The aim of this degree is to develop graduates developing practical skills that will Term 1 Innovation, Creativity and international supply chain and with strong strategic supply chain knowledge enable you to lead change and deliver ■ Leading Creative Design and advanced analytical and consulting skills. Leadership – a unique ■ Creative Writing operations management, with an These qualities are highly valued across innovation within your organisation. interdisciplinary programme, emphasis on analytical and decision- industry sectors and our students move into It is about more than learning how to ■ Creative Problem Solving and Leadership exploring creative leadership making frameworks, this degree is roles such as procurement management be creative, as graduates emerge with ■ Intellectual Property Law and Management and innovation in business, designed to create knowledgeable in retail, supply chain consultancy and the entrepreneurial skills needed to the arts, law, psychology, and confident supply chain specialist finance positions in the banking turn ideas into action. Term 2 design and digital technology. professionals whose skill sets are and insurance sectors. ■ Technologies, Creativity and Innovation The masterʼs in Innovation, Creativity and Students are required to have attractive across industry sectors. ■ Delivering Innovation MODULES OFFERED Leadership (MICL) delivers perspectives spent at least three years in ■ The Psychology of Creativity and The MSc in Global Supply Chain Management Term 1 from the worlds of psychology, business, a work environment. So Innovation covers topics such as strategic supply chain ■ Essentials of Accounting and Finance design, technology, creative writing, creative members of the cohort were management and procurement, supply chain industries, leadership and law, equipping ■ Creativity and the Creative Industries all professionally experienced. ■ Strategy for Delivering Value analysis and finance, and the management of you with the tools and leadership skills to ■ My personal highlight was operations. Applying theory through various Analytics for Supply Chain Management successfully manage innovation projects You will have the choice of these two exit while fast-tracking your career. routes: my dissertation as I was able teaching tools and live cases enables you ■ Operations Management to merge my past experience to understand the complexity of managing You will develop a wide range of practical ■ Research Methods, Small Project and three ■ Introduction to Supply Chain Management global supply chains and develop the critical skills in the fields of creativity and innovation, electives with my learning from thinking needed to operate effectively as well as acquiring techniques that you can the programme. I had the Term 2 OR at specialist level. This degree has been use in your professional and personal life to opportunity to spend time inside ■ Research Design accredited by The Chartered Institute of deliver truly original solutions. You will also ■ Research Methods and Individual Project a political party and use some Logistics and Transport (CILT, UK) and ■ Project Management gain entrepreneurial knowledge and skills, of the innovation processes. offers full exemption from the educational ■ Global Procurement so that you can harness the creativity of your requirements for Chartered Membership. colleagues, stakeholders and clients within My time at the Business School ■ Supply Chain Finance and outside your organisation. armed me with the tools that I ■ Logistics and Transportation Analytics needed to make a career switch ROUTES TO SUCCESS into a new industry and gave me Term 3 Innovation is key to companies competing in the foundation, help and courage ■ Consulting Skills for GSCM today’s unpredictable economic climate. The to make that change possible.” ■ Business Sustainability MICL has been designed for professionals “The Business School has one of the best AND who are keen to learn how to manage innovation and explore the potential unlocked teaching styles I’ve ever seen. The professors ■ Business Research Project and one by enabling a creative climate within their make it really easy to learn, using their personal elective organisation. Our current students come experience to teach us.” OR from a variety of backgrounds including IT, marketing, hotel management, the public Agamdeep Nagpal, MSc in Global Supply Chain Management (2020) ■ Four electives sector and consultancy. 26 MANAGEMENT MASTER’S DEGREES MANAGEMENT MASTER’S DEGREES 27

A real perspective

Wendi Lai Lai

MSc in Entrepreneurship (2018)

Co-founder & CEO

Lonbrella Entrepreneurship

“Since starting in the Business Full-time School, I implemented the www.cass.city.ac.uk/msc-entrepreneurship teaching from my course to initiate my own venture, Lonbrella, London’s first Created and taught by leading MODULES OFFERED umbrella rental service. academics and entrepreneurs, this Term 1 degree equips aspiring entrepreneurs ■ New Venture Creation I first pitched Lonbrella during with the toolkit and experience ■ Managing Innovation our first class, New Venture Creation, where we had to necessary to successfully launch ■ Accounting for Entrepreneurs prepare a business pitch for new ventures and make a significant ■ Marketing Innovations impact in their sector. investors. The pitch was well ■ Entrepreneurship Mentoring received, it seemed surreal The degree is designed for graduates (throughout the course) how something that started interested in launching their own business, ■ New Product Development as a mere idea now became a learning how to be more entrepreneurial plausible business venture. within large corporations or taking their Term 2 This course is unlike any other family business to the next level. Being very ■ Leading Entrepreneurial Teams close to the ‘Silicon roundabout’, you will be master’s degree in the world. It ■ Funding the New Venture perfectly placed to exploit the opportunities is for risk takers who thrive on created by this programme. ■ High Growth Entrepreneurship competition, opportunities and ■ Sales Management uncertainty in the commercial ROUTES TO SUCCESS ■ Branding and Digital Marketing world. Since starting the Potential opportunities after graduation MSc in Entrepreneurship I’ve include continuing as the founder or CEO ■ Managing Operations for Scaling Up implemented what I’ve learned of the venture created during your Term 3 to initiate my own venture.” studies. This may be in a variety of sectors ■ including IT and e-commerce, banking The Entrepreneurial Adviser: Problem and finance, consulting, professional Solving for Early-Stage Companies or services, engineering, manufacturing and New Initiatives retail. If you’re not planning to start your ■ M&A and Other Exits for Entrepreneurs own business, hiring organisations are ■ Business Plan Project / Accelerator Entry always on the lookout for candidates with or three electives entrepreneurial spirit and know-how. You will also complete a professional development portfolio during the degree. 28 SHIPPING AND ENERGY MASTER’S DEGREES SHIPPING AND ENERGY MASTER’S DEGREES 29

A real perspective

Pauline Liadi

MSc in Shipping, Trading

and Finance (2017) Credit Officer, DVB Bank SE Shipping, Trade Energy, Trade Shipping and Energy and Finance and Finance

“As I come from a traditional Full-time Full-time shipping family, I have always www.cass.city.ac.uk/tradefinance www.cass.city.ac.uk/etf found shipping fascinating, which led to my decision to pursue a career in shipping The Costas Grammenos Centre for The MSc in Energy, Trade and Finance is MODULES OFFERED MODULES OFFERED finance. I decided to apply for Shipping, Trade and Finance at the validated by the Energy Institute and Term 1 Term 1 the MSc in Shipping, Trade and ■ ■ Business School – which provides students can become members after International Economics Energy Economics Finance because the programme graduating. The MSc in Shipping, Trade ʼ ■ Managerial Accounting ■ Managerial Accounting is well-known within the teaching to these two master s and Finance is validated by the Institute industry and a lot of people I degrees – was established in 1983, of Chartered Shipbrokers. Graduates will ■ Principles of Finance ■ Principles of Finance be granted exemptions from various admire have done it in the past. introducing a unique, integrated ■ Quantitative Methods ■ Quantitative Methods approach to global business. examinations of the Institute. The academic staff were very ■ Shipping Economics ■ Oil and Energy Transportation and Logistics approachable, helpful and Recognised internationally for its educational ROUTES TO SUCCESS ■ Research Methods and professional skills always willing to share their excellence, the Centre demonstrates its The Centre’s reputation for educational ■ Research Methods and professional skills experience of the market. commitment to the global business community excellence and location in the City of London Term 2 Also, the Business School and to its students by organising conferences, – the nexus of the global financial, maritime, ■ Advanced Quantitative Methods Term 2 symposia and seminars featuring leading ■ Advanced Quantitative Methods attracts industry professionals insurance and commodity trading industries – ■ Corporate Finance figures in commerce, finance, industry, offer graduates unparalleled networking and ■ Corporate Finance from the shipping finance field ■ Financial Markets government and international organisations. job-seeking opportunities. to give talks. ■ Financial Markets ■ International Commodity Trade The Centre is renowned for its research, The majority of graduates from the MSc in The cohort was fantastic – ■ Oil and Energy Trading teaching and international dialogue in the Shipping, Trade and Finance go on to work ■ Shipping Investment and Finance some of them graduates, areas of energy economics, shipping finance, within the shipping industry and are employed ■ Power and Renewable Markets like me and others with many shipping risk finance, commodity finance, in a variety of different roles, including ship Term 3 years of professional experience commodity trade, financial and commodity broking, chartering and operation, as well ■ Business Research Project and one Term 3 in the industry. risk modelling and management. as roles within marine insurance. Graduates elective ■ Business Research Project and one from this degree also go on to work within elective The MSc is very practical and is These degrees are designed to enable you to OR operate at the highest levels of international the financial services sector, in areas such as OR focused on the real needs of the ■ Applied Research Project and three business, including banking and finance, investment banking and asset management. market. The Business School electives ■ Applied Research Project and three shipping, transport, logistics, energy and trained us on how to act in real- Graduates from the MSc in Energy, Trade and electives other related sectors and industries. Finance hold key positions and have eminent OR life situations, which is why I felt OR Some students also will have the unique careers in over 70 countries, in fields such ■ Business Analytics for Energy, more confident and ready to opportunity to conduct their research projects as commercial banking, commodity trading, Shipping, Trade and Finance, plus ■ Business Analytics for Energy, Shipping, start working in the business in association with the Maritime Directorate government, investment banking, law, logistics four 10 credit electives. Trade and Finance, plus four 10 credit world after graduating.” of the UK, Department for Transport (DfT), or management, management consultancy, electives. as part of the Maritime Masters Programme manufacturing, shipping, finance, shipping of Maritime UK and the Research Support operations, stockbroking, and university Programme of the Bank of England. Upon research and teaching. completion, their findings are presented to senior policy makers and business leaders. 30 REAL ESTATE MASTER’S DEGREES REAL ESTATE MASTER’S DEGREES 31

A real perspective

Flavien Menu

MSc in Real Estate (2019)

Founder of Office for Cities Real Estate Real Estate Investment

“I knew I needed to develop Full-time Full-time deeper knowledge of the www.cass.city.ac.uk/realestate www.cass.city.ac.uk/mscrei financial and investment markets to be able to drive forward positive impact in Offering access to a wide variety of MODULES OFFERED If you’re preparing to enter or advance MODULES OFFERED the real estate industry. I career paths, this degree is ideal if Term 1 your career in the field of real estate Term 1 ■ ■ chose the Business School you’re keen to develop a career in the Economics and Market Analysis investment management, real estate Investment Markets as I knew it would offer me real estate industry but are unsure of ■ Asset and Fund Management finance or the securitised real estate ■ Economics and Market Analysis the skills I needed. the direction you want to take. ■ Principles of Appraisal markets, the MSc in Real Estate ■ Applied Statistics

■ Investment combines the rigour of a ■ My most important The MSc in Real Estate is designed to provide Applied Data Analysis Appraisal and Financial Modelling lessons came from my a broad background in real estate investment, mainstream finance course with the Term 2 Term 2 modules in finance, real appraisal and development, with the core direct application of financial theory ■ ■ estate development, asset modules encompassing a wide variety of Applied Appraisal and techniques in a real estate context. Debt finance and Investment management, taxation and areas including real estate finance, valuation, ■ Financial Modelling ■ Investment Vehicles The course covers the same core real estate quantitative techniques in development, market analysis and economics. ■ AND TWO OF THE FOLLOWING: professional skills as the MSc in Real Applied Financial Analysis investment. These modules The degree offers a choice of pathways, which Estate but takes them at a faster pace. It ■ Portfolios and Asset Allocation ■ Landlord and Tenant Law offered me an impressive you choose between in the second term. deals extensively with the growth in the breadth of knowledge. One option adds more UK-specific skills in ■ Investment Vehicles and Portfolios securitised real estate markets of Real Estate Term 3 law, valuation and taxation for those who ■ I learned how to apply theory ■ Development and Planning Investment Trusts and Mortgage Backed Three electives and Business Research want to join the graduate-entry programmes Securities. It also examines the growing real project to real-life case studies and ■ of chartered surveying firms. The second Applied Valuation and Taxation estate derivatives market and is designed developed a strong sense of focuses more on financial analysis and for students with relevant undergraduate Term 3 teamwork and appreciation international markets for those looking to degrees or work experience and strong ■ Three electives and Business for team-building. Overall, work in investment, finance, development or quantitative skills. my studies helped me outside the UK. Research project visualise how to create ROUTES TO SUCCESS ROUTES TO SUCCESS an innovative branch of The degree is accredited by the Royal property development.” The MSc in Real Estate is accredited by the Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and enables graduates to begin the RICS (RICS), and enables graduates to begin the Assessment of Professional Competence RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) qualification. Graduates from this (APC) qualification. Our graduates have course may enter the same businesses as gone on to senior roles in a range of property those from the MSc in Real Estate, but will be management and consultancy businesses, better qualified for real estate analyst roles as well as financial institutions. in investment strategy, financing and research. The MSc in Real Estate Investment offers a clear route for entry to the Investment Property Forum in the UK. 32 MASTERʼS DEGREES MASTERʼS DEGREES 33

Masterʼs degrees T: +44 (0)20 7040 8600 E: [email protected] Study opportunities Your application www.cass.city.ac.uk/masters Electives

Whether studying full-time or part- AN INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE The master’s programme has a rolling TIER 4 STUDENT VISA HOLDERS time, your choice of electives in All masterʼs students – including those on admissions process: prospective If you are a Tier 4 visa holder and wish to Term 3 of your masterʼs degree can part-time degrees – can also opt to take an students can apply for one of our follow the five electives route in the third international block elective, giving their studies term, your formal course end-date may deepen your knowledge of your a global dimension and preparing them for a specialist masterʼs degrees at any be moved forward to the end of July 2021. specialist field or add breadth to your time in the admissions cycle. career on the world business stage. Though Consequently, your Tier 4 student visa may understanding by providing insight you have to pay your own expenses and be shortened based on the new degree into a complementary area. availability is limited, our growing portfolio of WHEN TO APPLY length. The University is not able to sponsor international electives is an invaluable source Applications open at the beginning of your Tier 4 visa after successful completion of insight and competitive advantage. Recent ELECTIVES OFFERED IN 2019/20 INCLUDED: November. Applying early maximises your of the degree, as continued engagement with highlights include: the University is no longer required. If you ■ Corporate Restructuring chances of securing a place and making ■ One-week start-ups international field all necessary arrangements for your choose to undertake the Business Research ■ Driving Supply Chain Innovation trip – previously taught in Barcelona and future studies. Project as part of your masterʼs degree, there Through Technology Paris, though location is subject to change will be no change to your visa. If you want any ■ advice about the implications of taking the Hedge Funds ■ Global real estate markets elective taught HOW TO APPLY elective modules on your Tier 4 visa, please ■ Applied Machine Learning in Dublin, Ireland You can apply by submitting an online application form and supporting documents: contact the University’s International ■ Introduction to Python ■ Project finance and infrastructure Student Advice team. investment elective taught in Madrid, ■ University transcript: (interim or final) ■ Mergers and Acquisitions stating a list of modules passed and Spain SCHOLARSHIPS ■ Private Equity Investment examination marks. We are looking for at ■ Procurement elective at Mannheim We offer a number of funding opportunities least an undergraduate degree equivalent ■ Political Risk Management Business School, Germany for our master’s students. Please check the to a UK 2.1 or higher in a relevant subject ■ Real Estate Fund Management ■ Monetary policy elective taught at the website for the most up-to-date information. ■ Proof of proficiency in English Please note that most of the scholarship ■ Technical Analysis and Trading Systems Singapore Management University (for example, a well-balanced IELTS applications have a deadline in the ■ ■ Visual Basics in Finance Investment strategy elective taught in score of 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in beginning of May. New York, USA writing, or an undergraduate degree ■ Venturing for Social Impact, taught in from an English speaking country) Nairobi, Kenya ■ GMAT and CFA results, proof of professional exams and qualifications, if applicable and available ■ CV and personal statement ■ Two confidential references (one of them should be academic).

International electives are subject to availability and travel restrictions. 34 ONLINE STUDY ONLINE STUDY 35

A real perspective Masterʼs degrees T: +44 (0)20 7269 7410 Neetish Rampersad online.cass.city.ac.uk

MSc in Global Finance (2019)

Financial Regulator

Financial Services Commission Mauritius Global Finance (online)

“The degree has helped me in Online furthering my knowledge and online.cass.city.ac.uk developing insight into financial products offered by segments of the financial sector and it Developing your financial expertise to ROUTES TO SUCCESS has, without a doubt, boosted the highest level, the MSc in Global The world of international finance, with its many career opportunities and continuous my confidence to deal with the Finance provides a comprehensive demand for sharper, brighter and more evolving financial world. grasp of the principles and theories of adaptable employees, is an attractive choice I’ve also enjoyed doing this finance and their application to real- for many top-calibre graduates with numerical course because of its flexibility. life corporate situations, both locally skills. This degree has the potential to open I would find it difficult to attend and internationally. up global career opportunities for students lectures at specified times in a equipped with a combination of high-level The course is set in the context of the wider interpersonal skills, in-depth knowledge and classroom. This course suited global economic environment and encourages analytical skills in a rapidly changing and ever my needs and is very innovative you to critically analyse contemporary more complex business environment. in its structure. It allowed me to theories and practical case studies. complete a master’s at the times This part-time online degree can be completed MODULES OFFERED I wanted to.” within 24 months. It offers you the academic The course comprises 12 core modules, which rigour and support of a masterʼs degree run in sequence and are taught throughout combined with the flexibility and convenience the year, with short breaks between modules. of online study. There are intakes each year Each module concludes with an assessment in January, May and September. that students take online. All the materials, lectures, class discussions, ■ Foundations of Finance activities and assessments are available in ■ Bonds and Equity Analysis our modern, easy to use digital platform and you will be taught online by our top academics ■ Investment Strategy with access to their expertise and day-to-day ■ Financial Statement Analysis practical support throughout the degree. You ■ International Finance will study alongside, and network with, other online students from around the globe. ■ Derivatives and Risk Management Our online students are full members of the ■ Alternative Investments Business School community, with access ■ Corporate Finance to our digital library resources and expert careers advice. Students who are able to ■ International Banking come to London can make full use of our ■ Asset Management campus facilities in the heart of the City of ■ The Insurance Industry London and all students are invited to attend our prestigious graduation ceremony when ■ Global Real Estate they complete the course. A Postgraduate Certificate in Global Finance On graduation, you will join our active (4 modules) and a Postgraduate Diploma in alumni network of 45,000 people in Global Finance (8 modules) are also available. over 150 countries. Please visit our website for further information. 36 PART-TIME STUDY PART-TIME STUDY 37

Executive Education T: +44 (0)20 7040 8665 E: [email protected] www.cass.city.ac.uk/execed

Executive Master’s in Executive Master’s Medical Leadership in Leadership

Part-time Part-time: two year www.cass.city.ac.uk/execed-emml www.cass.city.ac.uk/execed-eml

The Executive Master’s in Medical MODULES WILL HELP YOU LEARN HOW TO This course is designed for aspiring MODULES OFFERED Leadership offers advanced ■ Manage people and organisational change leaders and managers with a good ■ Accounting and Finance for Business Leaders leadership training to doctors. ■ Use techniques for managerial accounting first degree or a relevant professional and business planning qualification and at least three to five ■ Managing People and Change This specialised two-year, part-time degree ■ ■ develops leaders who can transform Use data analytics to drive decision-making years’ work experience in a senior role. Principles of Marketing & Strategy ■ ■ healthcare systems in ways that ultimately Formulate strategy and drive innovation It is delivered in a flexible, block-taught Personal Leadership Development for help people live longer, healthier lives. Experts and Professionals ■ Navigate the regulatory and health format, integrating both campus and work- With our strong research background policy environment based learning. ■ Supply Chain Management in healthcare business intelligence and ■ Understand the positive impact good Participants learn how to think and act ■ Advanced Strategy Analysis leadership, we have collaborated with leaders can make. strategically in line with their organisation’s ■ Digital Technologies and Business clinicians, healthcare partners and experts objectives, helping them to make a real to create this bespoke part-time programme Innovation MODULES OFFERED impact. The first year covers a general structured to fit into your busy schedule. ■ Business and Managerial Economics ■ Expert Leadership management route with modules such Our goal is to equip you with the skills you need as accounting, leadership and marketing for Leaders ■ to improve your organisation’s performance Personal Leadership Development strategy. The second year builds on what was and, ultimately, improve people’s health. ■ Regulation, Policy and Strategy in Health covered in year one by developing key areas ROUTES TO SUCCESS Designed for high performers with clinical of specialist content which are important for This course represents an opportunity for ■ Leading Innovation in Healthcare experience and aspirations to become an expert leadership and management roles across career development and progression to leader, this degree will enable you to realise the ■ Managing People and Change in multiple industries. aspiring leaders within their organisation Healthcare Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management The final component of the degree will be a in a range of different sectors. Successful (FMLM)’s Leadership and Management ■ Managerial Accounting and Business work-based project, which brings together candidates will also be eligible for Standards for Medical Professionals. Planning for Medical Leaders elements of learning from different parts professional accreditation from either the Chartered Management Institute or the Healthcare is moving towards a model of ■ Healthcare Analytics of the course and shows the student’s physician leadership. By completing the accumulated knowledge and understanding Institute of Leadership and Management. ■ degree, you will gain the essential business Marketing and Machine Learning of management and leadership and its skills and critical mindset necessary to lead ■ Leadership Impact Project application to their own organisation. The topic of the work-based project will be agreed this transformation in how healthcare is The Executive Master’s in Medical Leadership between student and employer and must be organised and delivered. is now available using apprenticeship of benefit to their business. What we teach is evidence-based and draws on levy funding. Please visit the website “ The Executive Master’s in Leadership will our own research and case studies, as well as for more information. Please note that this course is only available provide senior leaders and managers with the knowledge of experts. You will also work for study using apprenticeship levy funding. with a personal coach over the two years. an academically rigorous and professionally relevant education that will serve their career needs through academic, personal and professional development.” “ Transformative’ is a word that many doctors have used about the Executive Professor Amit Nigam, Course Director, Executive Master’s in Leadership Master’s in Medical Leadership (EMML), evidenced by the number of and Professor in Management students and alumni who have moved quickly into leadership positions.” Dr Amanda Goodall, Course Director, Executive Master’s in Medical Leadership 38 PART-TIME STUDY PART-TIME STUDY 39

Charities master's degrees T: +44 (0)20 7040 5114 E: [email protected] Come and meet www.cass.city.ac.uk/cce-masters programme staff and alumni during our regular information sessions held on campus. www.cass.city.ac.uk/ Charities Master’s programme charitiesmsc

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A charities master’s from the Modules offered Shared modules on the PgDip include: Modules offered Business School (formerly Cass) ■ Advanced Charity Accounting, Audit and ■ Diversity and Governance ■ NGO Management: the strategic issues Taxation is the ultimate academic qualification ■ Marketing and Fundraising ■ Managing NGOs: people and practices ■ for the nonprofit sector. Voluntary Sector Financial Management ■ People Management in the Voluntary Shared modules include: Shared modules include: Sector The two-year, part-time structure of our ■ Diversity and Governance ■ Diversity and Governance ■ Charity Accounting and Finance. charities master’s programme allows ■ Marketing and Fundraising students the flexibility of choosing the level ■ Marketing and Fundraising ■ People Management in the Voluntary of their qualification (Postgraduate Diploma ■ People Management in the Voluntary Sector PGDIP/MSC CHARITY MARKETING AND or MSc), and whether they want to cover one FUNDRAISING Sector ■ Charity Accounting and Finance. subject in depth through a dissertation or a This course is designed for those working at ■ Charity Accounting and Finance. further specialist area (through teaching), senior level in marketing and fundraising in to complete the full master’s degree. PGCERT/PGDIP/MSC GRANTMAKING, the voluntary and community sector and for PGDIP/MSC VOLUNTARY SECTOR PHILANTHROPY AND SOCIAL INVESTMENT those wishing to transfer relevant skills and MANAGEMENT The five courses are: This unique course reflects the increasing knowledge from experience gained in other Follow an advanced route to develop your PGDIP/MSC CHARITY ACCOUNTING interest in effective and transparent social sectors. It combines theoretical rigour with management and leadership career within AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT funding in both the charitable trust and public the application of contemporary professional the voluntary and community sector. The This course is aimed at people already working sectors. It was developed in response to the best practice. course was carefully and expertly developed in charity finance, or those wishing to transfer demands of leading funding agencies. in partnership with nine leading charities. It is financial expertise from other sectors. It is Modules offered aimed at those currently working in the sector. designed for those hoping to develop a senior Modules offered ■ Fundraising management career in a charity finance ■ Principles and Practices of Grantmaking, ■ Strategic Charity Marketing Modules offered Philanthropy and Social Investment function, or become an advisor, auditor or ■ Organisation, Leadership and Change independent examiner to a charity. ■ Management of Grantmaking, Shared modules include: ■ Managing People and Quality Philanthropy and Social Investment ■ Diversity and Governance ■ Marketing and Fundraising Shared modules include: ■ Diversity and Governance ■ People Management in the Voluntary Sector ■ Marketing and Fundraising ■ Charity Accounting and Finance. “ Having worked in the voluntary sector for ■ People Management in the Voluntary about 20 years, I had learned on the job. PGDIP/MSC NGO MANAGEMENT Sector I was a bit of a jack of all trades and I wanted One of the only European management ■ Charity Accounting and Finance. courses that focuses on the needs of senior a more theoretical background. The course staff and trustees of international NGOs. has given me so much confidence, I am The course is designed for those hoping to develop a senior management career in definitely a stronger leader now.” international development, become a board Ruth Dwight, MSc in Voluntary Sector Management (2016), member of an international NGO board, Head of Programmes, Coram Family and Childcare or work in a foundation funding work internationally. To hear more from Ruth search for “Cass Ruth positive change” 40 MASTERʼS DEGREES MASTERʼS DEGREES 41

An outstanding place to study

KEY The Business School (formerly Cass) Our wide range of full-time and part- We encourage students to create and City, University of London time masterʼs degrees is delivered participate in a range of clubs and societies Pure City (University accommodation) in an exceptional environment and spanning business, sport and culture. These include Cass Women in Business, Willen House (University accommodation) backed by world-class teaching, The Marketing Society, The Entrepreneurial Alliance House (University accommodation) research and resources. Society, The Actuarial Society, The Finance Located in Newington Green Society, The M&A Society, LGBT group, Wine Society, as well as football, basketball and DESIGNED FOR SUCCESS badminton clubs. Part of City, University of London, the Business School (formerly Cass) is among the global ADVANCING YOUR CAREER elite of business schools holding the ‘triple crown’ gold standard in business education, Our careers team is committed to your which comprises AMBA, EQUIS professional development, working with you and AACSB accreditation. to increase your employability and enabling you stand out in the job market by helping Many of our courses are recognised by you to hone your CV and prepare for interviews professional bodies, and you may be awarded and presentations. exemptions on related professional exams on completion of your degree, helping to We offer workshops and events with industry accelerate your career. experts and career service professionals who are available to advise you on the development Our Bunhill Row building is a flexible space of vital business skills. designed to encourage the free flow of people and ideas. At its heart, the Business Library A GLOBAL NETWORK offers access to books, journals and specialist Our alumni form a powerful and expanding databases, including sources for company network of prominent people in leading data and economic information. Our Refinitiv organisations worldwide – there are now Trading Room and Bloomberg Finance Lab 45,000 within a community spanning complement classroom-based study by over 150 countries. simulating trading in ‘real time’. Signing up to our Alumni Online Community AN EXCEPTIONAL ENVIRONMENT helps you to make new connections and Bank of England Our City of London location provides a decisive provides access to a variety of benefits advantage for your studies and career search. and services. The Gherkin  St Mary Axe Our location in the City Extensive links with business in the capital As an alumnus, you are entitled to return of London provides a provide a rich source of projects for your to the Business School to continue your decisive advantage for chosen course and may open doors to jobs education with masterʼs and MBA electives* your studies and career before they are even advertised. and use our library resources. search. We have many Fortune 500 companies on our doorstep and many of these visit the School.

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Global connections International partners International electives

CANADA SINGAPORE EUROPE MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA Queens University Singapore Management MSc electives: MSc electives: A two-year dual degree masters’s course University (SMU) ■ Start ups: International Field Trip, ■ Venturing for Social Impact, Kenya with one year at the Business School and A joint MSc in Quantitative Finance. Barcelona, Spain ■ Global Real Estate Markets, Dubai, UAE one year at Queens in Kingston (Ontario). ■ Investment Banking in Corporate SOUTH KOREA Finance, Portugal GERMANY KAIST, Seoul NORTH AMERICA ■ Corporate Open Innovation, University of Regensburg KAIST students take part in either the MSc elective: Hamburg, Germany A number of students from the University second and third term or only for the Investment Strategy, New York, USA of Regensburg studying on a two year second term on selected master’s courses. ■ Creating Value with Suppliers, masters in real estate join term 1 and term Bologna, Italy ASIA Sogang, Seoul 2 of the MSc in Real Estate Investment at ■ Luxury Marketing, Milan, Italy MSc elective: Sogang students take part in the second ■ the Business School. ■ Monetary Policy, Singapore and/or third terms on selected master’s FinTech, Milan, Italy Mannheim Business School courses. ■ Shipping Company Management, An elective exchange allowing our students Athens, Greece to study in Germany and Mannheim UNIST, Ulsan ■ Managing Customer Relationships, students at the Business School. UNIST students take part in the second Vienna, Austria and third term of the MSc in Energy, ■ Procurement, Mannheim, Germany ITALY Trade and Finance. Bocconi, Milan ■ Project Finance and Infrastructure, Two students each year from the MSc in Madrid, Spain Investment Management and/or MSc in ■ Strategic Innovation in Hyper Competition, Corporate Finance can study for an extra Bologna, Italy year on a fee waiver at Bocconi to get two ■ Real Estate Fund Management, master’s degrees. Amsterdam, The Netherlands Luiss, Rome* ■ Trading and Market Microstructure, Two students each year from the Paris, France MSc in Investment Management and/or MSc study tours: MSc in Corporate Finance and/or MSc in ■ Banking and International Finance can MSc in Finance, Frankfurt, Germany study for an extra year at LUISS on a fee ■ MSc in Management, Prague, Czech waiver to get two master’s degrees. Republic; Berlin, Germany; Budapest, Hungary Universita Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan A number of students from the two year Italian Masters programme join our finance master’s as part of their dual degree.

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