Finance (MSc)

The MSc in Finance trains you in?advanced analytical abilities and technical skills in empirical finance and modelling. You will acquire an in-depth understanding of the financial markets and institutions both in the UK and abroad, preparing you for a professional career in the financial industry.

Trading Workshop

In collaboration with Amplify Trading, a leading global financial trading and training firm, you will have the exclusive opportunity to participate in a day-long Trading Workshop in a live trading floor environment. You will be guided by two seasoned traders utilising specialised software.

Bloomberg Trading Suite

You will also benefit from accessing the Bloomberg Trading Suite, an invaluable resource that facilitates dynamic learning via real time streaming of data. This is used on a number of modules within the programme.

You have the opportunity to obtain two certifications ? Bloomberg Market Concept (BMC) and Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) – without incurring any costs.

Course details

The MSc in Finance is a one-year taught postgraduate programme?run by the Business School.

Highlights

You will learn the research methods used in modern corporate finance in order to understand the relevance of corporate finance theory in an applied work setting.?

The case study approach in core modules helps develop analytical skills that can be used in everyday financial measurement applications.?

Small group teaching allows a high level of student-teacher interaction, encouraging a warm and friendly learning environment.?

You will become knowledgeable about the functioning and rationale of leading financial institutions both in the UK and abroad.?

You will pursue advanced studies in finance and cognate areas, allied to a strong tradition of graduates from the School working in the financial community.

Students need a 2.1 Honours degree from a recognised UK university in disciplines that include intermediate or advanced knowledge of economics, finance and statistics.