MBA with Specialisation in Financial Services

The MBA with Specialisation in Financial Services is a flexible and accessible postgraduate programme designed to develop advanced expertise in financial management, banking, investment, and related business disciplines. It equips professionals with essential skills in leadership, strategic decision-making, risk analysis, and financial innovation, preparing them to excel in dynamic financial markets and institutions. Ideal for working professionals and aspiring leaders in the finance sector, the programme builds a strong foundation in business administration while deepening knowledge in specialised areas of financial services.

Traditionally, MBA programmes have been costly and limited in reach due to the high expense of higher education and the constraints of conventional learning models. In response to the growing need for affordable, flexible, and high-quality education in finance and business across the Commonwealth, the Commonwealth of Learning (COL)developed this programme to make executive education more inclusive and globally relevant. Delivered through an Open and Distance Learning (ODL) model, the programme removes barriers such as time, cost, and geography, allowing learners to pursue advanced studies without disrupting their professional commitments. COL collaborated with a consortium of partner institutions to design and deliver this programme, ensuring academic excellence, industry relevance, and international recognition in the field of financial services management.

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Entry Requirements

An undergraduate degree with•
At least a Second Class or 50% whichever is applicable.

or

A GPA not less than 2.5 out of 4 or equivalent, from are cognized Higher Education Institution.

Intake 
  • February
  • August

Scholarships
  • Scholarship for Open University of Mauritius Toppers after graduation

Duration

 Minimum: 2 Years Maximum: 4 Years
Year 1

Year 1 Semester 1

  • Operations Management
  • Marketing Management
  • Enterprise Information Systems & Digital Strategy
  • Economic Environment of Business

 

Year 1 Semester 2

  • New Public Management & Governance (Elective) 
  • Management in Organisations (Elective)
  • People and Talent Management (Elective)
  • Data Analysis for Decision Making (Elective)
  • Accounting Issues & Financial Management for Business (Elective)

 

Year 2

Year 2 Semester 1

  • Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Corporate Financial Management
  • Research Methods
  • Development Planning and Administration (Elective)
  • Electronic Commerce and Business Strategies (Elective)
  • Project Management (Elective)
  • Managerial Economics (Elective) 
  • Policy Analysis and Implementation (Elective)
  • Business for Sustainable Development (Elective) 

Year 2 Semester 2

  • Dissertation Project
  • Contemporary Administrative Systems (Elective)
  • Disaster Management (Elective)
  • Corporate Finance (Elective)
  • International Marketing (Elective)
  • Business Ethics (Elective) 
Payment Facilities
Instalments Facilities upon request
Number of Modules
15 (6 credits per module)
Fee Structure

Mauritian
Total: Rs 130,875

SADC
Total: US$ 4,365

International (Non-SADC)
Total: US$ 6,845
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