The MSc in Management and Investment Strategy provides future managers with a grounding in the operation of key functional areas of Business and the way that these areas are integrated in globally orientated organisations. The Investment Strategy route considers the creation and management of wealth. The focus is therefore on adding value for the corporation and developing financial and analytical skills.
We have recently introduced a new framework for our full-time Masters in Management programme, covering some significant and exciting developments that have come about through consultation with our students, staff and alumni. The new framework will facilitate greater engagement with external businesses and organisations, leading to an enhanced student learning experience.
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Investment strategy considers the assessment and management of value or wealth. Like all the management programmes, you will initially develop a sound understanding of the fundamental business management theories and practice, including accounting, finance and economics. The course then develops these ideas further by focusing on ‘adding value' for the organisation and the individual. The specialist route modules consider financial and investment theories, and how these apply to practice.
You will gain an in-depth understanding of the current issues concerning companies' investment strategies and the management of individuals' investment portfolios.
Core modules:
- Managing People
- Information and Knowledge
- Accounting
- Finance and Economics
- Strategy in the International Environment
- Marketing and Operations
- Research Methods
- Applied / Consultancy Project.
Specialist modules:
- Corporate Finance and Valuations
- Investment and Portfolio Management.
Induction
We provide a comprehensive induction phase, which includes a mandatory residential course. This is an important part of the course and must be completed before module teaching starts.
Study and support
A variety of teaching and learning methods are employed including, lectures, seminars, case studies, interactive workshops, discussions, business simulations and group activities.
Assessment
Varied methods are used throughout the course, including presentations, group work, management reports, and examinations.
In-sessional English language support
For those students whose first language is not English, the Business School provides in-sessional support for academic writing specific to the requirements of the course.
For further information about Nottingham Business School, our resources and facilities please visit the School website.
Graduate employability
Graduates of this course tend to pursue careers within financial services or as financial analysts. The graduate destinations from this course include senior management positions, IS careers, international employment and marketing roles. A sizeable proportion of students join graduate management trainee programmes and students have also been offered jobs with the SME company for whom they have completed a consultancy project as part of the course.
Career development
As part of the course, careers advisers will run a series of workshops, where students can identify methods and strategies to enable them to effectively pursue their career goals. The focus will be on developing your skills and occupational awareness, and workshops will focus on both home and international students.
Although this course does not currently offer a placement, the applied Consultancy Project provides the opportunity to put into practice the knowledge gained from the previous modules within a real life UK business setting. The Consultancy Project enables you to undertake an assignment to develop your consultancy skills and gain a detailed understanding of the management and operation of a modern business.
The consultancy project
Designed to integrate and operationalise theory, the Consultancy Project provides groups of programme members with the opportunity to put theory into practice in a real life UK business setting. The module aims to develop the capacity to work as part of a management team through active participation in a live consultancy project, and to enhance the ability to communicate clearly; argue rationally; and apply strategic concepts to produce real business solutions - given time constraints and conditions of uncertainty.
Real-world experience
All of our courses are vocationally-oriented, providing the skills and experience that are relevant to and valued by employers. The real-world consultancy project, carried out in collaboration with local organisations, continues to be a key factor in the success of our courses and one on which we are keen to build. The new framework, in which the consultancy experience forms the basis of a 40-credit project, has preserved and extended this opportunity to provide you with work-based experience that is of genuine value to your future career.
Full entry requirement details
You will need a degree equivalent to a UK undergraduate honours degree (2.2 or above). One academic or vocational reference is required.
English language requirements
English language entry requirements for courses at Nottingham Business School and a full list of all English language qualifications accepted by the University are available on our website.
How to apply
Applications should be made using the apply online button at the top of the page.
