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Open University in Ireland

Course code
K24
Level
Award
Postgraduate Certificate at UK Level 7
Classification
Awarding body
Open University
Duration
2 years part-time study. How long it takes Most students study the Postgraduate Certificate in Finance part-time, completing 30 credits a year over two years. Typically, this means 12–14 study hours each week. The minimum time to complete this qualification is one year. You must complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Finance within four years.

Programme summary

This qualification is designed to support professional development and practice in a wide range of roles in finance, whether you are advancing in your career or aspiring to enter the sector, such as investment banking, portfolio management, corporate finance, treasury, law and consultancy.

Entry requirements

You must hold a bachelors degree awarded by a recognised UK university, or equivalent. Please contact us if you hold a qualification that you believe is an equivalent level to a UK degree to ensure that it meets the requirements for admission. Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend a minimum score of 6.5 under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Please see their website for details (https://www.ielts.org/). You should possess a good working knowledge of maths and be confident with spreadsheets. It would be advisable to self-assess your level of maths before registering for this qualification. To help you decide whether you are ready, you may want to try this diagnostic quiz.

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