Teaching & modules
Modules
Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totaling 180 credits.
Required Modules
You are required to take:
- Corporate Finance (15 credits)
- Investment Management (15 credits)
- Financial Analysis & Valuation (15 credits)
- Quantitative Research Methods for corporate finance (15 credits)
- Dissertation (60 credits)
Optional Modules
In addition, you are required to take 60 credits from a range of optional modules that may typically include:
- Option Analysis and Valuation (15 credits)
- Corporate Governance & Accountability (15 credits)
- Advanced Financial Management (15 credits)
- Advanced Financial Reporting (15 credits)
- Mergers & Acquisitions (15 credits)
- Credit Risk & Default Analysis (15 credits)
- Behavioural Finance (15 credits)
- Accounting, Organisations & Society (15 credits)
Teaching methods - what to expect
| Module | Lectures, seminars and feedback | Self-study |
| Per 15-credit module | Between 20 and 30 hours which typically consist of a combination of lectures, case discussion, trading lab sessions and class activities; there may be some variation in the precise format. | Approximately 120-130 hours. |
| Dissertation module | 2-4 Dissertation workshops and four one-to-one supervision and group consultations. | Approximately 592 hours self- study and project work. |
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start.
Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.
Location
This course is primarily taught at the King’s College London Strand and Waterloo Campuses. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary.
Assessment
- Written Examinations
- Coursework
- Individual or Group Projects
- Presentations
- Case studies
- Multiple-choice tests
Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written/practical examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include written examinations, coursework, individual or group projects, presentations, case studies and multiple-choice tests.
Application closing date guidance
Key Information
Course type:
Master's
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Duration:
One year full-time, September to September
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026