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Master of Financial Engineering

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SAQA ID118549
NQF Level9
Credits180
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Master of Financial Engineering is an advanced, 180-credit qualification at NQF level 9 in the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It is focused on the application of advanced financial and quantitative approaches to financial engineering.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced study in financial engineering and related finance, economics or accounting areas, particularly those interested in developing expertise beyond undergraduate or honours-level study. Prospective students should confirm the institution’s admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work involving advanced financial analysis, financial modelling and related financial engineering activities. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced financial analysis
  • Financial modelling
  • Quantitative problem-solving in finance
  • Application of financial engineering concepts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Master of Financial Engineering
SAQA ID
118549
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
9
Minimum credits
180
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
University of Johannesburg
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record has an end date of 30 June 2024 and current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and the specific offering are authorised and appropriately accredited or recognised for the intended study.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and application closing dates.
  • Ask the provider about the qualification structure, assessment approach and any research, project or other completion requirements that apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification is currently available for new enrolment before making financial or study commitments.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.