Program Overview
The Development Finance at University of Cape Town is a Master programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Development Finance programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across South Africa and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 8,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Development Finance programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Micro-Enterprise Finance
- Project Finance
- International Finance for Development
- Quantitative Methods in Development Finance
- Issues in Development Finance
- Responsible Investment
- Public Sector Finance
- Financial Risk Management
- Research Methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A four-year degree or Honours degree in Economics, Commerce, Accounting, Finance or other finance related degrees;
- Alternatively applicants may have a four-year or Honours degree in other non-finance related discipline with at least 3 years work experience in finance related work;
- Students must be fluent in spoken and written English;
- Applicants are not required to take the GMAT or any other tests
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 8,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 8,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cape Town directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Cape Town
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
University of Cape Town is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 30 July 2024
- Language English
- Duration 24 months