Code

PG24329

Title

Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Financial Analytics

Programme Purpose

The Postgraduate Diploma programme is an embedded award in the Master of Science in Financial Analytics and has been designed to meet the growing need for financial analysis and practical applied skills in this emerging area. Through the programme, graduates will understand the core principles of finance, be equipped to utilise data and visualisation tools, apply the appropriate financial analytic models, and acquire enhanced understanding of business decision making in an ethical and cyber context. This programme provides knowledge and skills in the area of predictive financial modelling, applied financial analytics, financial risk management, behavioural economics and finance, financial decision-making, data analytics and machine learning, intelligence and visualisation as well as information and cybersecurity management. This Postgraduate programme aims to incorporate practical skills in each module for the professional development of learners to enhance their employability options. This will enable the learner to integrate seamlessly into an organisation by addressing skills such as awareness to analytical abilities, leadership, self-management, teamwork and academic writing that are essential for a Level 9 graduate. It is a 1 year full-time, 12 - 18 months part-time programme of three 10 ECTS and six 5 ECTS taught modules.

Duration Description

NFQ Level(s)

9

EQF Level(s)

7

Location

Dublin City

Delivery Modes

Centre/School/College Based

Full Time

Part Time

PEL Applies

Yes

PEL Arrangements

Insurance Product

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Details

Validation Documents

Certificate of Validation, Panel Report