International finance is concerned with management of financial institutions and markets on a global scale, with interactions between multiple banking entities. Some programs have specialties in management information systems, futures and options, and project development and management.

Students who want to earn their certification in two different areas should consider earning a dual degree. Dual degrees allow students to complete two different educational programs at the same time and typically in less time than each individual degree would require.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.