Financial Economics (MSc)

Cardiff University

Prepare for your future in finance with economic insight, analytical precision, and hands-on trading experience to master the forces shaping today’s financial world. On our Financial Economics (MSc) programme you’ll get a thorough grounding in the core principles of economics and finance, combined with the skills to ensure professional and academic success. Integrating advanced training in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and financial economics with cutting-edge computational tools, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to critically evaluate complex financial systems and policy environments. You’ll explore a broad range of topics, including financial markets, corporate finance, behavioural finance and international economics. Our flagship Trading Room will expose you to cutting-edge trading simulations. This 56-seat capacity trading floor is one of the largest in the UK and provides you with the opportunity to gain invaluable practical skills. An optional Bloomberg certification is also available. As a Financial Economics (MSc) graduate, you’ll be able to apply economic reasoning, evaluate financial data, and conduct independent research to address practical and policy-relevant problems. You’ll be well equipped for careers in finance, economic consultancy, central banking or international institutions, as well as for further academic research.