An education in investment aims to teach students the skills that may be required to perform successfully in a number of related careers. Some of these occupations include wealth management consultant, financial planner and investment performance analyst.

A master's degree is an academic degree granted to individuals who have undergone study demonstrating a mastery or high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice.

Online or distance learning refers to the use of electronic media and information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. With online learning, one can access education at any time and from any location with an available internet connection.