Business with Financial Management Robert Gordon University

Overview

The Business with Financial Management at Robert Gordon University provides a comprehensive foundation in strategic leadership and sophisticated financial analysis. This M.Sc. programme is designed to equip aspiring managers with the technical tools and theoretical knowledge required to navigate complex global markets and corporate structures.

Students benefit from a dual award system, receiving both a Master of Science degree and a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership from the Chartered Management Institute. The curriculum is deeply rooted in professional practice, ensuring that every module translates directly into applicable workplace skills across various industrial sectors.

Why Business with Financial Management at Robert Gordon University?

Choosing this programme means studying at Aberdeen Business School, which holds prestigious AACSB accreditation, a distinction shared by only the top 6% of business schools globally. The institution is also recognised by the Small Business Charter, reflecting its commitment to enterprise and local economic growth.

The university provides exceptional facilities, including the Georgina Scott Sutherland Learning Centre and a dedicated Digital Suite equipped with modern iMacs. Students are supported by "business-connected" academic staff who integrate their professional networks and cutting-edge research into the classroom experience.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 19060 per year
• National fee: GBP 9330 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to move from foundational business operations to complex strategic decision-making. Modules may include:

• Finance Theory
• Financial Markets
• Change and Resilience
• Business Economics
• International Context
• Strategic Decision-Making
• Capstone Project

Careers with Business with Financial Management

Graduates are well-prepared for accelerated career progression into junior and middle management roles. The programme is specifically tailored for those transitioning from non-business backgrounds or professionals seeking to reinforce their managerial competence with specialist financial expertise.

The extended 24-month route offers a significant advantage through a 12-month work placement. This allows students to apply their academic knowledge within small and medium enterprises or global multinationals, building vital professional networks and gaining practical experience in the UK business sector.