Master of Science in Computational Finance

The qualification aims to

• Provides learners with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of the areas needed to work in a quantitative financial environment as it presently exists.
• Provide learners with high level skills and conceptual frameworks required to effectively deal with the rapidly changing and increasingly complex issues underlying the business decisions of tomorrow.
• Equip learners with the background to understand and make use of the many opportunities for computational finance in investment banking, commercial banking, money management, insurance and corporate finance.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is

• Bachelor of Science Honours in Computational Finance, NQF Level 8.

1. Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decision, using critical and creative thinking, has been made.
2. Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group organisation, community.
3. Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.
4. Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluating information.
5. Communicate effectively, using visual mathematical and written persuasion.
6. Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards others.
7. Demonstrate understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
8. Demonstrate awareness of the importance to:

• Reflect on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
• Participate as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities.
• Be culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts.
• Explore education and career opportunities, and
• Develop entrepreneurial opportunities.

The following associated assessment criteria apply across all Exit Level Outcomes

• Show evidence of general and specific knowledge acquired during the programme.
• Exhibit capacity for original thought.
• Communicate their learning both orally and in writing.
• Exhibit evidence of computer skills.

Integrated Assessment

A formal assessment of the competence of the learner will be carried out at each examination session and an analysis of the results will be carried out. The assessment will be aimed at determining that the learner has achieved the requisite knowledge required at this level, as well as the ability to use and apply specific skills obtained in the qualification.

Other assessment methods might include a review of a written research project as well as a review of oral presentations and other activities aimed at the professional development of the learners.