Finance and Investment MSc

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MSc Finance and Investment

Our MSc Finance and Investment will develop the knowledge and skills needed for an understanding of the theories, techniques and regulatory environment of financial market investment. You will study a range of finance and investment modules and use powerful simulation software and financial databases.

Designed For

Students progressing from undergraduate degrees in related areas such as finance or business & management, or individuals who are looking for a change of career after working for several years.

Career Paths

  • Risk management
  • Financial product management
  • Financial trading
  • Business analyst
  • Investment

Skills Taught

  • Critical thinking
  • Researching
  • Analytical skills
  • Risk management
  • Report writing

Course Highlights

Practical and Contemporary Content

Our course features a range of content from traditional finance theory and investment to ethics and financial market issues.

Experiential Learning

Experience the fast-paced world of financial trading and investment within our Financial Trading Room which offers realistic simulation via industry-standard software.

Taught By Industry Experts

Our lecturers have years of experience in areas such as cryptocurrency, banking regulation, behavioural finance, and sustainability accounting.

Module Overview

Our Finance and Investment masters establishes a firm foundation in the theory and practice of financial decision making. You will gain an understanding of behavioural, regulatory, and ethical issues as well as the management and analytical skills needed to take you to the forefront of the financial world.

Contemporary Issues in Finance

Critically investigate specific contemporary issues in finance, led by researchers in the field and subject specialists.

Investment and Portfolio Analysis

Develop the critical knowledge and skills needed to be able to invest successfully in products traded on financial markets.

Research Methods in Accounting & Finance

Learn about method and methodology issues relating to academic research in the disciplines of finance and accounting before completing a dissertation.

Corporate Finance

Understand the strategic issues of finance in a business setting from investment appraisal methods to capital investment and short-term asset management.

Quantitative Methods for Finance and Risk Management

Gain key knowledge and develop skills in mathematics, statistics, and data analysis in finance.

Global Financial Services Regulation and Compliance

Understand the legal, regulatory, and ethical frameworks applicable to financial services on a global basis and evaluate regulatory frameworks in different countries.

Dissertation – Accounting & Finance

Conduct a rigorous, in-depth piece of research on a topic area of your choice.

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