About the programme:
The Master of Commerce specialising in Finance in the field of Corporate Finance and Valuations [CM031FTX14] aims to equip successful candidates with the skills to perform research, analysis and valuations in all the areas of financial management including capital markets, derivatives, corporate finance, accounting and company valuations.
Apply online. Applications close on 31 October.
The provisional course fees are listed in the Fees Handbook.
Programme Convenor
Please contact Associate Professor Ayesha Sayed if you have any queries.
Entrance requirements:
An Honours or four-year equivalent degree. Candidates may be required to present themselves for an interview.
Duration:
The degree is offered over two years. Please note that all classes are in-person; there is no online or hybrid option.
Prescribed curriculum/programme structure:
| Course Code | Description | NQF credits | NQF level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory courses (60 credits) | |||
| FTX5016Z | Advanced Financial Modelling and Valuations OR | 30 | 9 |
| FTX5017Z | Advanced Corporate Finance | 30 | 9 |
| FTX5018Z | Capital Markets and Financial Instruments | 30 | 9 |
| Research component (60 or 90 credits) | |||
| FTX5003W | Minor Dissertation OR | 90 | 9 |
| FTX5029W | Minor Dissertation | 60 | 9 |
| Plus elective courses to total 180 credits | |||
| FTX5014Z | Advanced Banking and Treasury Management | 15 | 9 |
| FTX5015Z | Advanced Portfolio Management | 15 | 9 |
| FTX5044Z | Empirical Finance | 30 | 9 |
| FTX5026Z | Advanced Alternative Investments | 15 | 9 |
For more information on the courses, please refer to the Commerce Postgraduate Handbook.