Investment and Risk Management

The Investment and Risk Management profile will give you the skills to analyze, manage, and optimize investment portfolios while identifying and mitigating financial risks.

It combines principles of asset valuation, portfolio theory, and risk management to prepare you for roles in investment firms, banks, and corporate financial departments. Real-world examples include:

• BlackRock's portfolio management,
• J.P. Morgan's risk assessment models,
• Apple's currency hedging strategies.

These practices help maximize returns, protect assets, and ensure financial resilience in dynamic markets.

After your studies

If you take the Investment and Risk Management profile, you will develop advanced knowledge about institutional investing, derivatives, and risk management in banking & insurance. Some career options include (but are not limited to): 

• Portfolio manager: overseeing and optimizing investment portfolios to meet client objectives.
• Risk analyst: identifying and mitigating risks in financial institutions or investment portfolios.
• Investment analyst: conducting market research and asset evaluations for investment opportunities.
• Hedge fund analyst: analyzing and executing investment strategies for high-net-worth clients.