This degree programme provides the opportunity to follow the prestigious CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) specialist pathway and acquire the skills to complete the CFA Level 1 examination (for both September-intake and January-intake students). Click here for more information.<br/><br/>In addition, our partnership agreement with the esteemed Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment (CISI) means that graduates of this programme will be eligible to take CISI’s Level 3 Certificate in Islamic Finance, without the need for additional tuition. <br/><br/>**Your Competitive Edge**<br/><br/>Future employers confirm that a professional qualification on your CV makes it stand out in a competitive job market.<br/><br/>The professional qualifications from the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI), are developed by practitioners to equip you with the practical knowledge you need to do your job when you leave university.<br/><br/>Demonstrate to future employers that you can make a difference from day one with a CISI qualification.<br/><br/>Your degree is accredited by the CISI (www.cisi.org) as the syllabus covers a large proportion of the content for the following professional qualifications: Introduction to Investment. For your study resources visit CISI University Hub.<br/><br/>Over the past two or three decades or so, Islamic banking and finance has emerged as another viable way of financial intermediation. It has gained credibility and has spread worldwide and is the preferred way of banking for one fifth of the world’s population.<br/><br/>This taught MSc programme offers an opportunity to study the structure of the Islamic Banking and Finance industry, including its theoretical foundations, products, performance, Islamic Financial Instruments and Risk Management issues. These and other topics will be studied within the wider context of the Banking and Finance industry worldwide. The MSc is suitable for candidates with some previous background in mathematics, statistics or econometrics.<br/><br/>For applicants with different prior academic backgrounds, please refer to the MBA Islamic Banking and Finance.