Master of Professional Finance (MPF)
Currently, the finance sector in Sri Lanka is facing exceptional transformation towards modernization, liberalization, innovation and integration with the global financial markets. The role of finance graduates with mastery knowledge in finance with cutting-edge technological exposure is an essential qualification to meet the realities of the modern market.
Given this context, the Department of Finance introduced the Master of Professional Finance (MPF) programme.
International Collaboration
The students of the Master of Professional Finance Programme have a great opportunity to join and continue their degree in one of the world-recognized top-ranked universities. The students who successfully complete their Trimester I of the Master of Professional Finance Programme will be eligible to apply for admission with credit to the Master of Applied Finance Programme offered by the University of Waikato and their Trimester II and III can be completed at the University.
The University of Waikato is a public research university in Hamilton, New Zealand and the university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research Placed 331st in the world and the top New Zealand university for research.
Objectives of the Programme
The objective of the MPF programme is to enhance the capacity of graduates’ professional qualifications to advance their knowledge in the areas of financial discipline, investigative skills, and other abilities that are relevant and enable them to convert into a different discipline/profession, forming the basis for academic advancement and enhancing the managerial, administrative and technological capacity.
Programme Outcomes/ Graduate Profile
In achieving these objectives, the Master of Professional Finance Degree programme intends to develop young executives capable of becoming future leaders. Thus, the holders of the Master of Professional Finance degree should be able to;
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construct multiple knowledge modules by using the key areas of finance and investments in making finance decisions.
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develop a value system by using tools and techniques in finance to stand out as a strong candidate in the competitive financial industry.
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create a right professional finance mindset to cater to the evolving business world.
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demonstrate the practical managerial issues faced by modern financial service firms.
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integrate multiple skills relevant to financial management, such as critical thinking, analytical skills, report writing, presentation, negotiation, networking, problem-solving and team-work skills.