Finance MSc

Advance your career in finance with our MSc Finance, a course which offers a unique blend of academic rigor and real-world application to help prepare you to excel in a competitive industry. You will learn from leading researchers and practitioners who bring their expertise and real-world insights from consulting for government departments, banks and City of London firms.<br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• It offers you a rigorous exploration of financial markets, asset management and corporate finance, with strong foundations in financial economics and accounting.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• The course places emphasis on advanced econometric and numerical analysis techniques, equipping you with analytical skills highly valued by banks, financial institutions and government agencies.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• It is taught by experienced lecturers who are active researchers and consultants for government departments and regulatory bodies.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• The course is part of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program, offering scholarships, supporting professional development and providing networking opportunities.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>What you will learn</strong><br/><br/>This course will equip you with theoretical and practical skills. It provides you with in-depth expertise in financial economics and markets, covering:<br/><br/><br/>- portfolio theory<br/><br/><br/>- corporate finance<br/><br/><br/>- pricing theory applied to derivatives and government bond markets.<br/><br/><br/>The course will also develop your skills in advanced econometric and numerical analysis technique.<br/><br/><strong>How you will learn</strong><br/><br/>This course offers you a collaborative environment with a diverse group of adult learners from various professional backgrounds. <br/><br/>Teaching consists of formal lectures complemented by practical classes. Seminars allow for in-depth discussions and exchange of ideas, and your own independent study plays a vital role in enhancing your learning experience.<br/><br/>This course is available to study full- or part-time with <strong>evening classes</strong>.<br/><br/><strong>This course is part of our Birkbeck Flexible Master’s UK, which gives you the choice of how you want to study - on campus, online or via flexible learning.</strong><br/><br/>If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, you will only be able to apply for the on-campus study option for this course. Online and flexible options will not be available to you because they may affect the conditions of your visa.<br/><br/>Please note that if you opt for the online route you will still need to attend Birkbeck campus for some assessments.<br/><br/><strong>Highlights</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Birkbeck is ranked in the top 25 UK universities for Economics and Econometrics in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, ensuring that course content is informed by the latest research.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Our academic team is friendly and approachable, providing students with opportunities for individual support, question-handling and discussion of ideas.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Birkbeck’s central London campus offers you access to world-class facilities and proximity to major financial institutions.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Careers and employability</strong><br/><br/>On successfully graduating from this course you will have gained transferable skills, including:<br/><br/><br/>- analysing financial statements, assessing company performance and determining the value of assets and investments<br/><br/><br/>- corporate finance and strategy including making strategic decisions on capital structure, budgeting, and mergers and acquisitions to enhance corporate value<br/><br/><br/>- managing investment portfolios, optimising asset allocation and mitigating financial risks using strategies like hedging and derivatives<br/><br/><br/>- navigating global financial systems, exchange rates and cross-border investment challenges<br/><br/><br/>- understanding ethical behaviour including compliance with regulations and alignment with professional codes.<br/><br/><br/>You will be prepared for roles such as:<br/><br/><br/>- investment banking and corporate finance analyst<br/><br/><br/>- portfolio manager<br/><br/><br/>- investment analyst<br/><br/><br/>- financial adviser<br/><br/><br/>- trading or sales broker<br/><br/><br/>- consultant or management consultant<br/><br/><br/>- public sector or policy analyst.<br/>