Specialized Master's Programme in Finance

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Objective

To prepare students for a future career in the financial service industry by equipping them with a solid theoretical foundation in economics and finance and strong analytical and quantitative skills to solve real world problems.

Features

  • Strong Emphasis on Practice
    In addition to solid training in theoretical knowledge in economics and finance, the programme places strong emphasis on practice. Industry speakers are often invited to give guest lectures. Additionally, internships at well-known global and local financial organizations are frequently made available to students. Providing these opportunities to students constitutes an integral part of the programme. 
  • Global Benchmark
    The curriculum structure of the programme is similar to that of the prominent business schools around the world. As one of the six CFA partners in Mainland China, the programme incorporates over 70% of the CFA Programme curriculum. 
  • Corporate Resources
    The dual-mentor system provides each student with an academic supervisor and an industry mentor, who work together to provide professional advice on personal and career development. Meanwhile, academic seminars and lectures by corporate senior executives from financial institutions are also held regularly.
  • Abundant Corporate Scholarships
    Since 2012, Lingnan has awarded “Lingnan Corporate Scholarships,” with funding from leading domestic and international financial institutions including PICC, Citi Bank, GF Securities, Minsheng Bank, and Ping’An Securities. Scholarships are granted to outstanding freshmen in this programme.
  • Career Development
    Lingnan has established strategic partnerships with many institutions including investment banks (securities), fund management companies, commercial banks, financial regulatory institutions, accounting firms and consulting firms. These partnerships provide graduates with abundant job opportunities and internships. Furthermore, the Career Development Center provides advice and support for career planning.