Program Duration
The two programs are intended for part-time students and the minimum time required to complete the 30-credit course requirement is 18 months. The maximum time allowed for degree completion is five years.

Class Hours
Classes are held on both weekday evenings (downtown) and Saturdays (main campus). There are two different class-schedule patterns for the core and required courses: Saturday only or evening plus Saturday afternoon. Students can choose the respective pattern to suit their work schedules.

Free Transfer
Students are allowed to transfer freely between the two programs before end of first year. They can therefore finalize their program choice after completing the core courses.

Specialized Electives
To provide students with updated knowledge and development in the financial markets, many specialized electives are offered, including some taught by experienced industry practitioners.

Concentrations
The two programs offer a total of four concentrations - Corporate Finance and Security Analysis in the MSc(FA) program, and Asset Management and Risk Management in the MSc(IM) program. Students may graduate with one concentration (30 credits) or two concentrations (38 credits).

CFA Exam
The curricula of the two programs assist students in preparing for the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) examinations. Course scheduling is sequenced to help students who are taking the CFA exams.

Program Size
The program is targeting an intake of around 110 students for 2012-13.