Financial Analysis

Who is this course for?



The Higher Diploma in Financial Analysis at University of Galway is designed for graduates from non-business disciplines who want to pivot into the world of finance, banking, and business. It’s especially suited to:



Career changers looking to build a foundation in accounting and economics



Graduates seeking practical analytical skills for roles in financial services



Aspiring professionals aiming to progress to MSc-level study in finance



Those targeting ACCA exemptions and a pathway into accountancy



Whether you are a humanities graduate with a knack for numbers or a science major curious about financial markets, this conversion diploma opens the door to a dynamic and rewarding career path.

Year 1 (60 Credits)

Required MS873: Management Information Systems I - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Required MG524: Management - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Required MK204: Marketing Principles - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Required EC5133: Principles of Economics for Business - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Required AY872: Financial Management I - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Required AY5123: Accounting and Financial Analysis - 5 Credits - Semester 1

Optional AY209: International Financial Reporting I - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional EC3100: Economics and Philosophy - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional EC362: Economics Of Financial Markets - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Optional MS319: Enterprise Systems - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Required MG3109: Innovation, Creativity and Enterprise - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Required EC247: Introduction to Financial Economics - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Required EC2101: Macroeconomics and the Business Environment - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Required AY875: Financial Management II - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Required AY874: Accounting For Management Decisions - 5 Credits - Semester 2

Application via Springboard Courses website.

1 year, full-time

Next start date: September 2026

With a focus on real-world application, industry-relevant modules, and a strong foundation in both accounting and economics, the Higher Diploma in Financial Analysis prepares graduates for a wide range of dynamic careers in finance, banking, and business.



Sectors and Industries in demand



Graduates are sought after in:



Commercial and investment banking

Financial services and insurance

Corporate finance and consultancy

Public sector finance and policy

International business and economics

Employers include regional and global firms such as:



Permanent TSB (PTSB)

Bank of Ireland

Deloitte, PwC, and KPMG

Irish government departments and agencies

Multinational corporations with finance operations across Europe and beyond