MBA - Strategic Financial Management in knowledge partnership with EY India

Program Details

What is MBA Strategic Financial Management?

An MBA in Strategic Financial Management, offered in knowledge partnership with EY India, is a specialised finance program that combines corporate finance, investment analysis, valuation, financial strategy, and business decision-making to prepare professionals for leadership roles in finance and consulting.

Co-designed, co-created, and co-delivered by UPES faculty and EY India professionals, the curriculum balances theoretical foundations with practical application. Students develop expertise in corporate finance, financial modelling, valuation, investment strategies, mergers and acquisitions, financial planning, capital markets, and business decision-making.

With a strong emphasis on applied learning, real-world case studies, industry projects, and financial analytics, the MBA Strategic Financial Management program equips students with the skills required to navigate complex financial environments and drive strategic business growth.

Program Highlights

650+ hours of teaching and industry training delivered by EY India professionals
Paid internship opportunities for select students with industry exposure
Hands-on learning through financial case studies, simulations, masterclasses, and transaction-based exercises
Comprehensive coverage of corporate finance, valuation, financial modelling, investment banking, mergerand acquisitions, capital markets, and financial strategy
Exposure to transaction advisory, investment consulting, risk management, and strategic decision-making
Networking opportunities with EY India professionals and finance leaders

Future Scope and Career Opportunities

As businesses increasingly rely on data-driven decision-making, capital allocation, and strategic financial planning, professionals with expertise in valuation, corporate finance, investment analysis, and financial strategy are in high demand.

The MBA in Strategic Financial Management prepares graduates for leadership-oriented finance roles across banking, consulting, investment firms, fintech organisations, multinational corporations, and advisory businesses.

Career opportunities include:

Financial Analyst
Strategic Finance Manager
Investment Banker
Corporate Finance Associate
Business Valuation Consultant
Financial Modelling Specialist
Risk and Compliance Consultant
Transaction Advisory Analyst
Investment Consultant
Treasury Analyst
FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) Manager

Long-term progression pathways include finance leadership, corporate strategy, consulting, entrepreneurship, and C-suite financial roles.

Fee Structure

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Curriculum

The MBA Strategic Financial Management syllabus combines core management education with advanced finance capabilities. Students learn corporate finance, financial modelling, valuation, investment banking, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, financial planning, transaction advisory, risk management, and strategic decision-making.

The program also develops expertise in analytics, predictive modelling, business intelligence, and finance technology tools used across modern finance functions. See the semester wise syllabus breakdown:

Semester 1

Course	L	T	P	Credit
Organizational Behaviour	2	0	0	2
Marketing Management	2	0	0	2
Managerial Economics	2	0	0	2
Accounting for Decision Making	1	0	1	2
Statistics & Python for Predictive Modelling in Finance	1	0	1	2
Managerial Communication I	2	0	0	2
Excel & Applied Financial Modelling	2	0	0	2
Individual Project	0	0	0	1
Corporate Finance and Investment Strategies	1	0	1	2
Investment Banking, Capital Markets & Equity Securities	2	0	0	2
EDGE Aptitude Intermediate	0	0	0	0
EDGE Intermediate Employability Skills with Practice	0	0	0	0
Placement 101	2	0	0	2
AI Systems & Data for Decision-Makers	3	0	0	3
TOTAL				24

Semester 2

Course	L	T	P	Credit
Human Resource Management	2	0	0	2
Financial Reporting & Advanced Costing Decisions	2	0	0	2
Live Project	0	0	0	2
Managerial Communication II	2	0	0	2
Power BI & SQL for Strategic Finance Management	1	0	1	2
Strategic Forecasting, Budgeting & Performance Analytics	1	0	1	2
Advanced Financial Modelling & Valuation using AI	1	0	1	2
Financial Markets & Instruments in the Age of AI	2	0	0	2
Industrial Visit	0	0	0	1
Business Environment	1	0	0	1
EDGE Aptitude Advance Practice	0	0	0	0
EDGE Advance Employability Skills with Practice	0	0	0	0
Placement 102	2	0	0	2
Strategic AI: Critical Thinking & Business Integration	3	0	0	3
TOTAL				23

Semester 3

Course	L	T	P	Credit
Entrepreneurial Mindset and Business Growth	3	0	0	3
Strategic Management	2	0	0	2
Mergers and Acquisitions	3	0	0	3
Fintech & Financial Innovations in the Age of AI	3	0	0	3
Financial Close Process	3	0	0	3
Investment Analysis and Transaction Advisory	3	0	0	3
Summer Internship	0	0	0	2
Global Context of Business	1	0	0	1
Project Management	3	0	0	3
Placement 201	2	0	0	2
Advanced AI, Automation & Governance	2	0	0	2
TOTAL				27

Semester 4

Course	L	T	P	Credit
International Finance and Risk Management with AI	3	0	0	3
Dissertation	0	0	0	4
Innovation and Entrepreneurship	3	0	0	3
Environmental, Social and Governance	3	0	0	3
TOTAL				13

Eligibility

Interested candidates must meet the minimum eligibility criteria for MBA (Strategic Financial Management in Knowledge Partnership with EY India), as specified below:

Minimum 50% marks in Classes X and XII, and minimum 60% in Graduation.
Graduation from a recognized university in any stream.

Selection Criteria

The selection criteria for students interested in pursuing MBA (Strategic Financial Management in knowledge partnership with EY India), offered by UPES School of Business, depend on the individual's performance in UPESMET/ National Level Exams followed by a Personal Interview.

Students with a minimum MAT/CMAT 2026 score of 70 percentile will be exempted from UPESMET and will be called only for the Group Discussion and Interview, subject to qualification. A valid CAT 2025 / XAT 2026 score of 50 percentile or above, a GMAT score of 400 or above, or an NMAT 2025 score of 120 or above will also be accepted.

Further Information

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is strategic finance in MBA?

The discipline of integrating financial data with long-term corporate objectives is known as strategic finance in an MBA program. By teaching executives how to use capital allocation, forecasting, and risk management to spur growth and optimize stakeholder value, strategic finance in an MBA shifts from historical reporting to forward-looking decision-making.

What are the core subjects in this MBA?

MBA Strategic Finance Management curriculum includes a blend of management fundamentals and core financial management topics. The syllabus includes topics such as Accounting for Decision Making, Corporate Finance and Investment Strategies, Strategic Forecasting, Budgeting & Performance Analytics, Mergers and Acquisitions, and International Finance and Risk Management with AI.

What is the role of EY India in this program?

EY India and UPES, in collaboration, are offering an MBA with a Specialization in Strategic Finance that offers comprehensive knowledge of business finance, forecasting, and valuation principles. As a part of this collaboration, over 650 hours of modules are taught and delivered by EY India professionals at campus. Students get real-time interactions with industry experts, preparing them for a skill-oriented financial industry.

What career opportunities does this MBA offer?

While most graduates pursue careers in corporate finance, the scope of MBA in Strategic Finance expands across several industries. Some of the top roles that graduates can pursue include Financial Analyst, Strategic Finance Manager, Investment Banker, and Business Valuation Consultant.

Is coding or technical background required?

While not an essential skill for the course, fundamental knowledge of basic coding concepts is often considered an added advantage for students pursuing MBA Strategic Financial Management. The syllabus includes coding skills such as Python and SQL, along with other analytical tools such as Excel and Power BI, which may require some basic understanding of programming concepts.

Are internships or live projects included?

Yes, the MBA with a Specialization in Strategic Finance curriculum includes internships and live project work to give students hands-on experience and practical learning. Students are required to complete a summer internship as well as present live, individual, and capstone projects. Furthermore, during the final year, students are also required to submit a dissertation to earn complete course credits.

How is this different from a general MBA in Finance?

With an emphasis on core financial topics like banking and corporate investment, a general MBA in Finance teaches the broad operational and leadership fundamentals of business. However, an MBA in Strategic Finance is a highly specialized degree that focuses on financial risk management, long-term value generation, and using financial data to inform business strategy at the executive level.