Master of

Business and Finance

The Master’s program of Business and Finance develops in particular in the areas of general administration and finance, placing special emphasis on the management of finance functions, such as knowledge of financial accounting, financial law, financial markets and decision-making tools.

42 Credit

Hours

Language

Spanish

Method

Online

Start Classes

Every two months

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Program Objective

The Master’s of Business & Finance program imparts the knowledge to make critical financial decisions for any organization. The program develops the tools and skills that students will need in the areas of general management as well as finance. Students are provided with a deeper understanding of the fundamentals of accounting and finance. The program develops critical thinking and communication skills, enabling graduates to succeed in leadership roles in their chosen fields.

Completion of this program transmits a well-rounded understanding of practical business applications of finance essential to manage current challenges. Advanced financial theory provides the tools needed to address future trends. Graduates are prepared for careers in financial management, investment banking, and investment management.

Program Description

All courses are taught utilizing the case method which immerses the students in actual situations faced by real enterprises, and requires students to derive, present, and defend solutions among alternatives presented by fellow students. This method involves active student participation and stimulates the development of critical thinking. All courses are taught 100% in Spanish.

The Master’s of Business & Finance curriculum is focused on managerial finance, corporate finance, and investment analysis. These topics are preceded by fundamental coursework in economics, accounting, and quantitative decision methods, as well as marketing, operations, and management of human resources. Special emphasis is placed on financial administration, imparting knowledge of financial accounting, financial law, financial markets, and decision-making tools. Students learn about financial modeling, capital budgeting, and international financial markets including different securities such as derivatives, options, and futures.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

Builds concepts of administration and management of organizations by applying knowledge of accounting, financial, operational, and information technology principles.
Applies strategic management concepts in the areas of marketing, organizational management, and human resources in companies.
Plans and controls the financial operations of organizations, developing skills in managing and analyzing accounting and financial information, establishing leadership in decision-making processes within a company.
Uses information and communication technologies as support tools for financial management processes aimed at creating value and optimizing the company’s finances, adaptable to market trend changes.
Establishes strategies for creating financial value for the company through research and analysis of the economic and financial environments that influence business production processes.
Applies fundamental principles for analyzing and managing the international financial market, foreign direct investment, exchange rate risk, and international trade financing.

Requirements

Course Number	Course Title	Horas Credit Hours
	Basic Core Courses – 27 Credit Hours	27
MAN 510	Management of Modern Organizations	3
MAN 530	Managerial Accounting	3
MAN 540	Management Information Systems	3
FIN 510	Financial Management	3
MKT 510	Strategic Marketing	3
HRM 510	Human Resources Management	3
OPM 510	Operations Management	3
MAN 550	Strategic Management	3
MAN 590	Project Development & Analysis	3

Curriculum

Course Number	Course Title	Horas Credit Hours
	Business & Finance Courses	15
FIN 530	Advanced Financial Management	3
FIN 520	International Finance	3
FIN 540	Financial Decision Making	3
FIN 550	Applied Finance	3
FIN 560	Financial Markets	3

Course Description

In addition to the Basic Core courses (27 credit hours) detailed above, the following courses are specific to the Master’s in Business & Finance program and must be completed to obtain the degree.

UTH Florida University offers courses ONLY in Spanish. COMPLETING A COURSE OR PROGRAM IN A LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH MAY REDUCE EMPLOYABILITY WHERE ENGLISH IS REQUIRED.

Course Number	Course Title	Credit Hours
FIN 530	Advanced Financial Management	3 Créditos
This course provides the necessary knowledge for the application and understanding of Financial Management, modern tendencies, main tools, theories, and how corporate finance takes part in that process. Students will use the case method to learn and acquire necessary concepts to identify, analyze, and interpret financial problems that surge in enterprises. They will present solutions and alternatives, optimizing the available economic resources, while considering the legal and business environment. Prerequisite: FIN 510
FIN 520	International Finances	3 Credits
This subject matter provides the necessary knowledge about the application and evolution of international finance, its current tendencies, and the main economic variables that relate a country’s finances to the global economy. The link of corporate finance and its incidence in this process is examined, as well as the international monetary system, foreign exchange markets, and financial instruments employed in international commerce. Prerequisite: FIN 510
FIN 540	Financial Decision Making	3 Credits
This is a theoretical-practical class, emphasizing the development of practical decision-making skills with financial tools. The student will acquire the necessary knowledge to identify, analyze, and interpret financial problems that occur in business situations. The student will also formulate alternative solutions that seek to optimize economic resources, keeping in mind the legal and entrepreneurial framework applicable to the corresponding professional field of operation. Prerequisite: FIN 510
FIN 550	Applied Finance	3 Credits
The Applied Finance course teaches the student to perform a comprehensive analysis, evaluation, and critical interpretation of financial cases at the top managerial level, employing the available financial tools and their application in the daily life of Corporate Finance. Prerequisite: FIN 510
FIN 560	Financial Markets	3 Credits
This course focuses on the structure and performance of the national and international capital markets, including short-term money market activity. It is accomplished by reviewing and investigating the principal aspects of market operations through the critical analysis of cases and financial instruments, short and long term, which allow for proper investment and financial decision making. Prerequisite: FIN 530