Master of Science in Finance
Bangkok, Thailand
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English
PACE
Full time
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Introduction
Master of Science in Finance Program at Chulalongkorn Business School combines theory and practice with the latest industry perspectives to deliver in-depth knowledge in extensive fields of finance. We prepare our graduates to be impactful leaders in financial industry worldwide.
Why MSF Chula?
- Classes are taught by world-renowned experts in financial field: A-list faculty, visiting professors from world class universities, and active professionals in finance and banking sector
- Internationally recognized global learning
- Breakthrough curriculum to accelerate career in finance
- Opportunities to meet in persons with distinguished executives
- Flexible weekday or weekend schedules
- Accredited by EPAS as well as Chulalongkorn Business School’s AACSB and EQUIS
- Broad portfolio of learning opportunities at partner universities around the world
MSF Chula is the Master of Science in Finance program, operating under the umbrella of the Department of Banking and Finance, Chulalongkorn Business School, Chulalongkorn University.
Established in October 1996, we are the first master’s degree program in Thailand that focuses on financial discipline and still continues to be one of the nation’s finest programs.
Mission
The mission of the program is to deliver frontier knowledge and skills through high quality academic and learning environment. We aim to encourage students to be innovative and take intellectual challenges in order to sharpen their understanding of financial issues. As well, we empower them to reach their true potential and excel as sustained leaders in the financial field.
Accreditations
In addition to AACSB and EQUIS accreditations granted to Chulalongkorn Business School that confirm our international-standard quality, MSF Chula is the only master’s degree program in Thailand that has achieved the prestigious EPAS accreditation since February 17, 2015.
EPAS is an international program accreditation system developed by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD).
There are currently merely 100+ institutions worldwide that has been awarded EPAS accreditation, a very few of which are finance program.
EPAS accreditation process involves an in-depth assessment of the Program through international benchmarking, considering an extensive range of factors that include the Program’s strategy; academic rigor; international focus; quality of the student body, faculty, alumni, as well as their career progression.
The program’s achievement of obtaining EPAS accreditation reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and dedication to excellence in financial education.
Curriculum
MSF Chula offers a broad slate of academic courses for both freshly graduated and experienced professionals. The program requires 36 credit hours to graduate. In addition to the core course requirements, students must select one of these two options:
Plan A: Thesis Option
Students with less than 1 year work experience are required to take this option which is only offered full-time. Out of the required 36 units, students will take 24 credit units of course work and 12 credit units of thesis research project over 2-term period.
Less than 1 year work experience
Plan B Special Project Option
Students with at least 1 year of work experience are eligible to pursue this option on either a full-time or flexible schedule basis. This plan consists of 3 components: 30 credit units of course work, 6 credit units over 2 term period of research project, and a comprehensive examination which is to be taken the following term upon completion of all course works.
More than 1 year work experience
Full time Program
Our full-time classes meet on Monday – Friday from 9:00 – 16:00 hr. Upon availability of each individual lecturer, some classes may meet off-office hour.
| Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | |
| Plan A | 5 Core Courses | 1 Core Courses +3 Elective Courses +Proposal | 1 Elective Course +Thesis |
| Plan B | 5 Core Courses | 1 Core Courses +3 Elective Courses+SP(l) | 4 Elective Courses + SP(ll) + Comprehensive Exam |
*Plan A: Students with less than 1 year work experience
Plan B: Students with at least 1 year work experience
Flexible Program
We offer flexible program during weekends and after regular office hours to suit students who have full-time career and yet still want to pursue academic advancement. Flexible program classes meet on Saturday-Sunday from 9:00 – 17:00 hr. Subject to each lecturer’s schedule, some classes may also meet on weekdays from 18:00 – 21:00 hr. Applicants in this flexible program must have more than 1 year work experience and choose Plan B (Special Project).
Flexible Program Curriculum Overview
| Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | |
| YEAR 1 | 3 Core Courses | 2 Core Courses | 1 Core Course + 2 Electives Courses |
| Term 4 | Term 5 | Term 6 | |
| YEAR 2 | 2 Electives Courses+ Comprehensive Exam | 2 Elective Courses +SP(l) | 1 Elective Course +SP(ll) |