MSc Finance

University of Stirling

Finance now goes beyond numbers and compliance. Modern finance needs the agility to respond to disruptive technology. This disruption includes generative AI, increased fraud and cyber risk. In response, our MSc Finance covers the latest in financial theory. We’ll give you hands-on experience of financial decision-making. You’ll also gain practical knowledge of financial markets. You'll understand how markets react to geopolitical events such as financial crises. Your career is our priority Our Masters degree in Finance will enhance your employability with practical experience. Our award-winning global financial trading AmplifyMe Boot Camp lets you trade in real-time. Develop practical skills in investment portfolio management through the Student Managed Investment Fund. Develop practical investment skills and understand portfolio management. Access professional financial databases including Bloomberg and Capital IQ. The databases hold real-time data about international financial markets. Gain career skills through group projects, problem-based learning and simulations. Join our network of Finance experts Strong corporate ties with companies such as HSBC and Stanley Morgan. This helps with networking, placements and internships. Networking and guest lectures from the finance industry. Previous guest lectures have included Aberdeen Asset Management, UBS and Lego. A thriving Alumni network of professionals and practitioners of finance. Gain Chartered Financial Analyst status This Master in Finance covers much of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) programme. This will help you gain CFA Charterholder status which makes a key difference when applying for jobs. We are AACSB accredited The University of Stirling is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB International is the world's largest global standard-setting body for business education. Only 6% of the world’s leading business schools achieve this accreditation. This recognises our excellence in business education and societal impact.; The MSc Finance is a one-year, full-time course. You’ll undertake up to ten taught modules over two 15-week semesters, followed by a supervised dissertation. Develop your careers skills with our Flying Start Leadership Programme module We go beyond textbooks and lecture rooms to focus on your personal and professional development. Our Flying Start module will help you develop practical career skills such as effective public or conflict management.