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Operational Research and Finance MSc

Operational Research and Finance MSc

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Full time | Main Site - Highfield Campus | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Finance / Accounting (General) Operational Research (Or) Financial Analysis Business Studies Mathematics (General)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Join the University of Southampton, ranked in the World Top 50 and Top 10 in the UK for Statistics and Operational Research (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024).

This programme offers you a firm grounding in operational research and finance in preparation for careers in the financial sectors. You will develop an understanding of how operational research, statistical and optimisation techniques are applied to practical problems and gain many key workplace skills.

The summer project is a highlight and most involve working with an external organisation, with typical project sponsors including companies, charities and public services.

The breadth of experience offers an exciting and rewarding career in many financial organisations, enabling many Operational Research workers to progress to a career in general management. Moreover, the nature of the work brings an Operational Research and Finance graduate into early contact with senior management, and career advancement is typically rapid.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level): To include examinations, presentations, coursework assignments and a final dissertation.

Modules

In this module we begin by looking at the types and sources of finance for a company. Next we seek to understand the cost of capital and the major theories that guide us. Next comes sources of long-term finance: capital, debt and hybrid finance. Finally, we study Asset-Backed Securitisation and Covered Bonds which are newer sources of long-term finance.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,250

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£25,400

Entry requirements

An upper-second class degree (or equivalent overseas qualification approved by the University) in a relevant discipline which must include some quantitative training. The programme requires numeracy skills, and is suited to students who enjoy problem solving. However, a first degree in Mathematics is not essential; a degree in business, computer science, quantitative economics, engineering, physics or statistics may be acceptable subjects if they have enough quantitative content.

University information

The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition with innovative modern teaching that prioritises the success of its students. Southampton is a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-focused UK universities, and today ranks within the top 17 institutions in the country, according to the 2024 Complete University Guide league table. With seven...more

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