Master of Science in Finance — study plan
American University of Sharjah School of Business Administration
- Credit hours
- 30
- Levels
- 3
- Courses
- 12
- Degree
- master
The Master of Science in Finance study plan at American University of Sharjah is an accredited master programme spanning about 2 years (3 academic levels), requiring 30 credit hours across 12 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Core Courses (21 credit hours) 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FIN 681 | Advanced Financial Statements Analysis | 3 |
| FIN 682 | Advanced Corporate Finance | 3 |
| FIN 683 | Applied Econometrics Methods | 3 |
| FIN 684 | Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management | 3 |
| FIN 685 | Advanced Asset Valuation | 3 |
| FIN 686 | Pricing and Hedging of Financial Derivatives | 3 |
| FIN 687 | Financial Markets and Institutions | 3 |
Master's Thesis (6 credit hours) 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FIN 699 | Master’s Thesis | 6 |
Elective Courses (minimum of 3 credit hours) 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FIN 688 | Private Equity and Venture Capital Elective | 3 |
| FIN 689 | Risk Management Elective | 3 |
| FIN 691 | International Financial Management Elective | 3 |
| FIN 692 | Islamic Finance Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Master of Science in Finance
How many credit hours is Master of Science in Finance at American University of Sharjah?
Master of Science in Finance at American University of Sharjah requires completing 30 credit hours to graduate, spread across 12 courses.
How many years is Master of Science in Finance at American University of Sharjah?
The study plan for Master of Science in Finance spans about 2 years (3 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Master of Science in Finance award?
Master of Science in Finance at American University of Sharjah awards a Master's degree after completing 30 credit hours.
Is Master of Science in Finance offered at other universities?
Yes, Master of Science in Finance is offered at at least 4 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.