Students enrolled in a public finance program can gain necessary financial skills for financial management in the government. This course of study may cover research, audits, financial appraisals and financial planning to prepare students to work with government entities that handle public money.

A Master of Science or MSc is a postgraduate degree typically in the fields of sciences and social sciences. MSc may be course-based, research-based, or a mixture of the two.

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.