Structure
The MS Financial Management weekend programme requires 1.5 years to complete 33 credit hours.
- To ensure that all students are well-prepared for the MS programme, those with a non-business background will be required to complete foundational courses as per HEC requirements. Depending on their academic backgrounds, students may need to take between 1 to 4 courses, each designed to strengthen their understanding of key business concepts. These courses will be held in August, with each course comprising 10 two-hour sessions spread across weekdays and weekends. Passing these courses with a minimum aggregate score of 50% will be necessary to continue into the Fall semester.
- The MS orientation programme is designed to help students transition smoothly into the academic environment at LUMS. The orientation spans 3 consecutive days in August, just before the Fall semester begins, and includes sessions over both weekdays and weekends. Attendance at all sessions is crucial for student success. Please note that missing these sessions may result in a mandatory year off, so it is encouraged that this important event is prioritised.
- Regular MS classes are primarily held on weekends (Saturday and Sunday), with occasional weekday (Friday) classes due to scheduling considerations. This flexible structure allows students to balance their studies with other commitments while still ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.
The requirement and distribution of credit hours are below.
| Course Type | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
1st Semester Core Courses | 12 |
2nd Semester Specialised Electives | 12 |
Summer Semester Students take a 3-credit hour course in Specialisation | 3 |
3rd Semester Field Project/Thesis/Elective Courses In the last semester, all students undertake a practical Field Project/Thesis/Elective Courses carrying 6 credit hours. The project/thesis will be structured around major policy challenges with a real client organisation, giving students the opportunity to take the knowledge and theory they have learned and apply it in a real-world setting. A final report and presentation to the client proposing workable solutions will be required to complete the Field Project/Thesis/Elective Courses successfully. Students will benefit from industry exposure, possibly leading to longer-term engagement and networking opportunities with field leaders. | 6 |
Programme Structure | |
1st Semester - Fall (September - December) | |
| Course (s) | Credit Hours |
| Business Economics | 1.5 |
| Organisations and Leadership | 1.5 |
| Applied Data Analysis | 3 |
| Marketing Management | 3 |
| Financial Statement Analysis & Value Creation | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
2nd Semester - Spring (January - May) | |
| Course (s) | Credit Hours |
| Corporate Finance & Valuation | 3 |
| Investments & Portfolio Management | 3 |
| Derivatives & Fixed Income | 3 |
| Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
3rd Semester - Summer (June – August) | |
| Course (s) | Credit Hours |
| Financial Institutions and Markets | 3 |
| Total | 3 |
4th Semester - Fall (September - December) | |
| Course (s) | Credit Hours |
| Field Project/Thesis/Elective Courses | 6 |
| Total | 6 |
| Grand Total | 33 |