Banking & Finance
Undergraduate Diploma in Banking and Finance
This course is aimed at those people in the later stage of their graduate programme, as well as professionals in the industry looking to enhance their knowledge and experience in the field. This course is also suitable for students who wish to pursue a career in the financial services industry.
This programme provides students with an understanding of how the financial markets operate, the key players and the issues that they are currently facing. Throughout this course, students will be exposed to various elements of the financial world including money and banking and the different types of financial markets and instruments used in this industry. An important underlying aspect of this course is the Maltese laws and regulations which govern the industry. Furthermore, throughout this course, students will also be exposed to equity market derivatives, which are complex investment vehicles being used in the financial services industry. This course also addresses anti-money laundering practices including terrorist financing and sanctions. Students will be made aware of various sanctions that exist and different ways how to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. Upon completion of this programme, students will have a vast knowledge of how the financial system and the key players operate, the importance of anti-money laundering and different ways to value investment projects.
Sep 2024
Start Date
1 Year
Duration
MQF L5
Certification
Domain Academy
Course Provider
€3,423
Prerequisites
MQF/EQF level 4
Basis
Part-Time
Location
In-Person | Online
Course Fees
€3,423
What you'll learn
Overall Programme Objectives
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the banking and finance industry.
- Understand the local financial regulatory framework.
- Explain the roles and functions of various financial markets.
- Build an ethical approach to banking and finance by identifying fraudulent financial activity and money laundering activities.
Prerequisites
- Relevant qualification at MQF / EQF level 4 which includes a module on Research Methods; or
- Relevant qualification at MQF/EQF level 4 and Research Methods as a module; or
- Relevant qualification at MQF / EQF level 4 and work experience in conducting first-hand research; or
- At least 3 years of relevant Industry Experience as defined in Domain Academy's RPL which includes work experience in conducting first-hand research.
If English is not your first language, you will need to sit for an internal English assessment.
Target group
Learners who wish to widen access to higher education and improve their career prospects within the finance sector. This qualification is ideal for learners who have obtained the matriculation certificate or relevant qualification at MQF/EQF Level 4 and would like to pursue a progression route to a degree-level study in Finance. It is also suitable for mature learners who are currently employed and wish to change or advance their careers in the financial services industry.
How will you learn
This diploma is delivered with a flexible classroom-based method, through a variety of course materials, case studies, discussions, presentations, enquiry-based learning and problem-solving activities. We provide you with key reading and research activities, and you will make the most of our own teaching portal.
Where you will learn
Lessons will be held in class on our premises at Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta.
Number of ECTS: 60 ECTS
Course Modules
The main aim of the module is to provide an introduction to the global banking system and how their roles were forced to change due to the constantly changing environment. This module provides an understanding of central banking and monetary policy, international banking, shadow banking and fundamental banking issues.
The main aim of the module is to provide an introduction to the nature of the financial services providers which operate exclusively within the financial markets along with the financial instruments which are used.
The main aim of the module is to incorporate an extensive overview of both the principles and techniques which are involved in the regulation of financial services generally and in Malta. This unit provides an overview of the various structures set out for the protection of investors and institutions.
The main aim of the module is to provide an understanding of the concept of derivatives which are often used in finance. This module also provides insight to the different types of derivative products and their application whilst providing knowledge about the trading of derivatives on the stock exchange.
This unit provides a general overview of the most commonly used accounting concepts which bankers and workers within the financial services industry will encounter on a daily basis.
This unit provides information about the main markets of international banking, their activities, and their regulations. The main aim is to provide students with a good footing in the theory and practice of modern international banking while respecting related policy issues.
The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of what money laundering is and what forms of property can be laundered. This module also delves into the aspects of sanctions and why they are important.
Course Provider
Forming part of Domain Group, Domain Academy is a licensed Further and Higher Education Institution which, since its inception, has consistently pursued excellence. Its primary objective is to equip both local and international students with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in their chosen fields of study and research, thereby enabling them to achieve their personal and societal aspirations.
Our programme offerings encompass diverse areas such as Business Management, Information Technology, Hospitality Management, Health & Social Care, Banking & Finance, and Linguistics.
In addition to our own accredited programs (MFHEA), we are proud of the programmes that we offer through our partnerships with renowned British institutions such as the University of Derby, Pearson Education, and Qualification.
Driven by a student centred approach and its commitment to individualised education, Domain Academy is dedicated to assisting students throughout their academic journey, from registration to graduation and beyond.
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