The City University of New York is the Only AACSB Accredited US Master Of Finance

Whilst MBA in Singapore are one of the most sought after  graduate program, increasingly Universities in Singapore are offering specialized Master degree to meet the growing demand for specialist qualifications.

Both the MBA and the MSc are demanding graduate degrees. Admission to both these programs is highly competitive and people who hold these degrees are perceived to be high achievers, a characteristic valued by employers. These high quality education and a welcoming work environment to the students which acts as a big attraction for international students and working professionals to embark on a graduate education in Singapore. Both the MBA and MSc degrees will offer great career opportunities but they differ in the following

MBA or Master of Science

MBA is essentially a generalist qualification designed to widen the student's horizon in order to take account of all the major functions of a business as well as their interactions in practice. Because its focus is general rather than specialist, the MBA is targeted at those who can make a contribution to strategy. People at the beginning of their careers, irrespective of industry sector, tend to specialise. Most will concentrate on their particular role, such as finance, accounting, marketing and HR for example. Some focus on gaining a professional qualification where they may also be senior specialists who need a rounded view of an enterprise in order to maximise their particular contribution, and for who better performance in a current job may be as important as early ambitions for promotion.

City University of New York Master of Science in Finance

Aventis School of Management offers one of the most recognized Master of Finance course in Singapore and across Asia. The Executive Master of Science in Finance is awarded by the City University of New York, America's Largest AACSB Accredited Business School. Into its 11th intake in Singapore with Aventis School of Management as its partner institution, this program is one of it's kind in Singapore, accredited not only by Middle States but also by AACSB, the hallmark of an internationally recognized graduate education.

This short duration courses is preferred by many business leaders around the world as it delivers them sold knowledge in a very short duration of time. Finance is one of the most sought after streams of management preferred by business leaders who are no longer involved in direct sales and management. This executive education program comprises of 10 courses of which four are core courses and rest six advanced courses and can be completed in 12 months.

Most Established Master of Science in Finance program in Singapore

Voted Best Finance Program in Singapore for 5 consecutive years (2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008/09) by Edupoll.org, The Executive Master of Science in Finance program combines tradition and innovation and theory and practice to prepare thought leaders for careers in finance. The focus of the course is not just to make the students learn about the nitties and gritties of finance but also develop strategic leadership skills. The greatest testament to this course has been the fact, that most students have got good opportunities both in Singapore and around the world after completing this course from Aventis School of Management.

Financial Times 2009 and Business Week Ranking

This program is widely recognized as the pre-eminent Master of finance program in Asia and is the only Master of Finance program listed by the Financial Times 2009 and Business Week 2010 ranking. This recognition coming from two of the leading financial voices of the world is a powerful endorsement of the quality and recognition of this program across the world. Both these publications are highly rated across the globe and holy to the industry leaders in all spheres of business.

Recognised by the CFA institute for curriculum integration with the CFA program

In March 2010, the program offered through Aventis School of Management in Singapore was also successfully reaccredited. This accreditation is a result of the hard work put behind by the management and the faculty and excellence in the industry shown by the students. The performance of the students is what has earned these laurels to the business school. It is no mean achievement for Aventis School of Management and its partner the City University of New York. The program is also recognised by American Academy of Financial Management (AAFM) for "Master of Financial Professional" designation, the world's leading professional bodies for Financial and wealth management professionals.

Taught by World Class faculty

The City University of New York stands at the top of the world's highest-ranked finance departments and is committed to delivering the well-rounded, application-focused education that is critical to the success of senior decision makers. Widely regarded as the pre-eminent finance program in the world, Baruch EMSF program is taught by a team of internationally renowned faculty and financial experts who command the utmost respect of both the business community and academic faculties who holds PhD from Harvard, Wharton, Columbia, Princeton, NYU and Cornell etc.

What it takes to be part of the program

The entry barrier to this course requires a minimum graduate degree or a diploma with five years of work experience. This ensures that the class comprises of students having varied experience from manufacturing to telecommunication and from information technology to retail. This heterogeneous composition of students is what separates the Masters of Finance in Aventis School of Management from other business schools offering similar courses.