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International Banking and Finance, MSc

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Full time | University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus) | 1 year | SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

International Banking Finance / Accounting (General)

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

This International Banking and Finance course combines the study of different banking systems and international markets, recognising the globalised and dynamic modern banking industry. The course explores the role of finance in business, considering effective financial management, corporate governance and business ethics. Emerge with the knowledge, technical skills, creativity and ethical values required to perform effectively in key management and strategic roles and to become a competent practitioner.

This master's degree will leave you well-positioned for graduate roles in retail and investment banking, treasury functions and academic research. Gain a competitive edge with an advanced and critical understanding of theoretical frameworks and applied aspects of banking, financial regulation, financial markets, risk management and corporate financial management.

Graduates have management opportunities in the banking and finance areas. Recent students and graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:

  • Barclays Financial Services
  • HSBC
  • Interamerican Bank
  • Merit Broker House
  • AXA
  • National Bank of Greece
  • Reserve Bank of Malawi
  • Vietcombank
  • Bank of Africa Group.

Our Business School Employability team is committed to supporting your journey towards a rewarding graduate destination. We provide a professional service to empower you to achieve your potential and offer support for two years after graduation.

Modules

This fundamental course in Finance aims to provide students with an understanding of the role of finance in business; the nature of available financial instruments and determinants of the prices of marketable securities; investment appraisal decisions, risk management methods, capital structure and dividend policy. All of these topics are studied in the context of effective financial management, corporate governance and business ethics. During the course students will gain an understanding of long-term financial strategies, basic valuation principles, basics of company valuation, effective investment decisions, bond pricing, cost of capital and capital asset pricing, corporate governance and ethics and basics of financial risk management, among others. Finance theories, tools and techniques covered in the course can be utilized in any management decision-making process in any business sector.
Global Banking: Management and Practice (30 Credits) - Core
Regulation, Professionalism and Ethics in Finance (15 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£12,810

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,850

Entry requirements

You should have a relevant undergraduate degree at 2:2 or above, or an equivalent qualification, from a recognised university or higher education institute. Applications from students with professional qualifications in accounting and finance are also welcome.

Department profile

We are a global community of students, staff and alumni working together to prepare you for the challenges and opportunities of modern business. Part of the University of Greenwich, we’re committed to everyone – whoever you are, wherever you’re from, whatever you want to achieve. As a Greenwich Business School student, you’ll work on real world business problems, take part in role plays to enhance your professional skills and simulations that...more