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  1. School of Economics and Finance
  2. Postgraduate
  3. MSc degrees
  4. Professional skills development
  5. Optional modules and certifications

Optional modules and certifications

Professional Development Modules

Professional Development Modules are optional, short, non-credit-bearing modules. They typically run for a few weeks at various points during the year and focus on practical skills such as programming or working with trading software.

Matlab

MATLAB, a high-level language and interactive environment, is used for numerical computation, visualisation, and programming. The module will cover fundamental concepts such as data structures, function creation, and algorithm development. Emphasis will be placed on practical applications, allowing students to implement complex mathematical calculations and develop graphical user interfaces for data analysis.

 

Storytelling for Success in the Modern Workplace

It’s essential that finance professionals can communicate well with those outside the finance department - to clients, other leadership members, employees, and stakeholders. This 5-week module gives SEF students not only the tools to express ideas with confidence, clarity and impact but to engage well with others and build trust. We’ll look at adapting your message to different audiences, active listening, using body language and voice to communicate and developing emotional intelligence. These are workshops, not lectures - you’ll learn by trying things out and reflecting on your performance - come along and get yourself a head start in developing these vital skills. 

Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate

Students can learn about financial markets and the Bloomberg Terminal through self-paced, interactive study, gaining practical experience with market-leading finance platforms. Bloomberg Terminals are available for use, enabling students to complete the Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) certification and enhance their understanding of financial data and analysis. In addition, students can apply their knowledge by participating in the annual Global Trading Challenge, gaining valuable insights into real-world market dynamics.

 

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