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Financial Management

AIB MBA Subject

What you can expect from the subject

Within the AIB MBA, Financial Management is a core subject that is designed to elevate your financial acumen and empower you to make informed financial decisions – both at work and in your personal finance. With a key focus on money, people, and projects; Financial Management introduces how to interpret financial statements, identify trends and utilise financial tools and techniques to improve decision-making processes, as well as non-financial considerations including ethics. You will also learn the techniques for identifying profitable investments and different ways of funding them. 

For some, studying finance for the first time can be a little intimidating, but it does not need to be. Our Financial Management MBA subject aims to clarify and simplify the world of finance by focusing on how to apply financial knowledge rather than for you to undertake complex calculations. You certainly don’t need to be a finance expert to succeed in making financial decisions – and to succeed in this subject. Mini case studies are included throughout the subject to illustrate key concepts and interactive activities have been designed to support your practical application of the concepts, models and techniques covered. 

A highly applied subject, you will be equipped with the financial skills and knowledge that can be used to identify areas of improvement and strategies for value enhancement; enabling you to contribute to effective financial decisions and better performance of your organisations.  

AIB Subject Code8006FMGT
QualificationsMBA (General)
All MBA Specialisations
GCM
AQF LevelLevel 8
Delivery100% online
Subject length8 weeks
Start dates2024 MBA Timetable
2025 MBA Timetable

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Subject Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to meet the following subject learning outcomes: 

  • Demonstrate understanding of core contemporary financial management theory, techniques and practice.
  • Critically evaluate and effectively communicate recommendations to address financial management issues.
  • Apply financial management theory and techniques to professional practice in an ethical manner.
Key topics such as…
  • Financial statements and analysis
  • Time value of money
  • Capital budgeting
  • Cost behaviour and working capital management
  • Future of finance
Studying an MBA has definitely contributed to the value proposition I’m able to offer potential employers. Committing to study an MBA shows employers that you are a long-term thinker, and you have the ability to utilise unique strategic, analytical and financial skills to help take the organisation forward.

How you will learn

100% Online MBA learning

Our innovative Student Learning Portal is your ultimate digital resource for everything you’ll need to successfully complete this subject and your online MBA, with the flexibility to access your learning materials, videos, podcasts and other multimedia on any device. You’ll engage with fellow students and have key concepts explained by your Online Facilitators in webinars and forums.

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In addition to the Student Learning Portal, the myAIB app allows you to download modules and full subjects to view offline to save your cellular data, receive notifications for assessments and webinars, listen to audio versions of modules through Soundcloud and enjoy many other useful features.

The myAIB learning portal app is available on Google play and on the Apple app store.

AIB supports your success

When you study with AIB, you’ll be supported by our skilful team of over 180 academic, student support and professional staff, who will be with you every step of your MBA journey.

Student Learning Portal

  • Our innovative Student Learning Portal provides all the resources and support you’ll need to successfully complete your MBA studies

Academics

  • Highly qualified and experienced academics
  • Practice-centric curricula, innovative learning resources and realistic assessment techniques

Study tools

  • Access to tools you’ll need to successfully complete your degree and excel in your career including Office 365, LinkedIn Learning, Scite_, GrammarlyEDU and Endnote

Student support

  • Dedicated student and enrolment teams
  • Supporting you with any issues big or small from orientation to graduation

Online Facilitators

  • Each class has a dedicated Facilitator (OLF) and a limit of just 50 students to ensure you’ll benefit from high levels of interaction, relationship building and learning

Wellbeing and career support

  • Access to a confidential support service providing personal counselling, wellbeing advice and career assistance

Have questions about studying Financial Management?

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need to have a background in finance or have prior knowledge to succeed in Financial Management?

Not at all. The Financial Management subject provides an introductory overview of financial concepts, analysis tools and techniques, and ethics in finance. You do not need to have prior knowledge or experience in the field of finance is required, and there are no prerequisite subjects within the AIB MBA curriculum for this subject. All the basic calculations are done through excel and these have been scaffolded throughout the subject to guide you. Further, the general business knowledge you have acquired through experience in the workplace will support your learning. 

What will I learn while studying Financial Management?

At a foundational level, the subject introduces how a manager can interpret financial statements, identify trends, and utilise financial tools and techniques to improve decision-making, alongside nonfinancial considerations such as environmental, social and governance issues (ESG). It also provides insights into the tools managers need to be able to determine the value of the cash flows to their business when making investment decisions. You will also learn the different types of costs and how to manage your organisation’s working capital effectively to generate value for shareholders. 

How will studying Financial Management benefit those outside of the finance profession?

Financial decisions are made by managers across all departments and teams every day. From which project will add the most value to the company to how to reduce operational spending and where to spend the marketing budget – these are all examples of financial decisions often made by professionals outside of the finance department. For managers in all fields and at all seniority levels, having a practical understanding of financial management enables them to make informed strategic decisions, communicate effectively with stakeholders, evaluate and understand financial reports, and strategically plan and manage costs efficiently. 

When in the MBA will I study Financial Management?

Financial Management is a core subject within the AIB MBA, which means it is a compulsory unit undertaken by all students in their MBA journey to meet the requirements to be awarded the degree. Financial Management can be studied from the third subject onward, following the completion of Leadership and Strategic Management, which are the first and second subjects in the MBA timetable. 

Students are encouraged to contact their Enrolment Advisor for timetable advice and support. 

Can I specialise my MBA in finance or complete more learning in the discipline?

Yes, AIB offers an MBA specialisation in Finance, which supports experienced and aspiring finance professionals to excel in their careers in the sector. Covering more than just the numbers, this specialised MBA guides students through the universally used theoretical frameworks and data-driven techniques relevant to modern private sector companies, the public sector, and not-for-profit organisations.   

Should you choose to specialise in the MBA (Finance Management), you will have the opportunity to explore subjects like Corporate Finance, Investment Management, as well as Financial Market and institutions to further develop their expertise in Finance. These Finance elective subjects can also be chosen as electives should you choose to undertake the MBA (General) award.  

Learn more about the MBA (Finance)

How do I apply to study Financial Management?

If you’re interested in studying Financial Management and the AIB MBA, get in touch with an AIB Enrolment Advisor to discuss your application and timetabling. 

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