Finance

Structured as per the curriculum of the University of Mumbai, this specialisation develops strong financial and managerial foundations in Year 1 and advances into financial markets, investment analysis, and risk management expertise in Year 2.

Year 1 — Financial & Managerial Foundations

Subjects

  • Financial Accounting for Business
  • Corporate Finance
  • Cost and Management Accounting

Focus of Year 1

Year 1 builds the essential base required for finance professionals:

  • Understanding accounting systems and financial statements
  • Core principles of corporate finance and cost control
  • Analytical decision-making using quantitative models
  • Role of information systems and digital transformation in finance
  • Understanding economic policies and business environment

Students develop clarity on how financial decisions impact overall business performance.

Year 2 — Advanced Finance, Markets & Investments

  • Subjects

    • Financial Markets and Institutions (UA)
    • Financial Modelling
    • Derivatives and Risk Management
    • Security Analysis & Portfolio Management
    • Commercial Banking
    • Corporate Restructuring & Mergers & Acquisition
    • Financial Market Regulations (IA)
    • Investment Banking and Alternate Investment Funds (IA)

    Focus of Year 2

    Year 2 develops specialised expertise in:

    • Structure and functioning of financial markets and institutions
    • Financial modelling for valuation and forecasting
    • Investment analysis and portfolio construction
    • Risk management using derivatives and hedging tools
    • Banking operations and financial services
    • Mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring strategies
    • Regulatory frameworks governing financial markets
    • Investment banking and alternate investment avenues
    Students graduate with the capability to analyze, evaluate, and manage financial decisions in dynamic market environments.