Program Overview
The Master of Business Administration - Financial Management at Lamar University is a MBA programme in Business & Management over 14 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 Master of Business Administration - Financial Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 14 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 2,730 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,506 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Beaumont, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Business Administration - Financial Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
International Finance: Theory, practice and problems involving international commerce between nations.
Investments: A study of investment alternatives, financial markets, securities, and methods of analysis.
Cases In Finance Management: A study of business cases which focus on a variety of financial issues and solutions.
Money and Capital Markets: This course provides an understanding of the global financial system through a study of financial markets, major types of financial institutions, and financial regulation. A conceptual and analytical framework is developed and used to understand historical and current developments and to evaluate proposed changes to the system with an emphasis on their effects on business. The effects of changes in key economic variables on business are also explored.
Derivatives and Risk Management: Nature and functions of the various futures and options markets; hedging for risk reduction, speculative trading for profit; the role of futures and options in overall portfolio strategy, along with fundamental concepts such as basis, spreading, normal and inverted markets, and money management.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Prospective graduate students should submit all admissions materials at least 30 days prior to the start of the semester in which they wish to begin studies.\xc2\xa0 Upon receipt of all university-required documents, the Admissions Office will forward your file to your desired academic department for an admission decision.
Required admissions materials include:
- Official transcripts from each college or university attended, including the accredited institution from which the applicant earned a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree.
- Scores on the GRE or GMAT (for MBA applicants). Both tests are administered by the\xc2\xa0LU Career & Testing Center. Scores may not be more than five years old. Use school code 6360 for GRE.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 2,730 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,506 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 2,730 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,506 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Lamar University 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 Lamar University
Lamar University
Beaumont, United States
Lamar University 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- Application Deadline 2003-01-18
- Start Date 2018-01-17
- Language English
- Duration 14 months
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