The financial sector is one of the worlds largest, offering career paths that can span continents. Theres a vast variety of specialisms to pursue, from financial planning and investment management to corporate finance and risk management. Whatever your direction, it’s a field with clear avenues for progression and excellent rewards for those with the expertise.
**Industry-led**
Designed around the industrys demands, this course is built to get you to work. So, whilst its rooted in academic understanding from the latest research, it provides the skills that employer...
The financial sector is one of the worlds largest, offering career paths that can span continents. Theres a vast variety of specialisms to pursue, from financial planning and investment management to corporate finance and risk management. Whatever your direction, it’s a field with clear avenues for progression and excellent rewards for those with the expertise.<br/><br/>**Industry-led**<br/><br/>Designed around the industrys demands, this course is built to get you to work. So, whilst its rooted in academic understanding from the latest research, it provides the skills that employers want. We put the principles and techniques youll learn in a practical context, give you the chance to work on real client projects and even offer optional short-term internships so that you have the opportunity to put your skills to the test in a real-world environment.<br/><br/>**Career focused**<br/><br/>Its not only a big step forward for finance graduates, but a chance to move into the area from other business-related fields. For those already working in the field, its a vehicle for professional progression, allowing you to focus assignments on your employers goals or strategies. And, for those looking ahead to your first role in the financial sector, it offers the flexibility to set the pace and direction of your career path from the start. <br/><br/>**Features and Benefits**<br/><br/><br/>- **Triple accredited** - our Business School holds the globally recognised trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA, placing us among the best business schools in the world. <br/><br/><br/>- **Megabuyte Scholarship** – one scholarship of £15,000 for an eligible student starting the course in September 2024<br/><br/><br/>- **Kick-start a rewarding career** – develop the knowledge you need for roles in financial services, insurance, risk management and more, even if you don’t have a finance background. <br/><br/><br/>- **Rise programme** - all students are eligible to take part in curricular activities with Rise. These might include volunteering, project work and certifications.<br/><br/><br/>- **Finance experts** – learn from expert academics and leading professionals who work with organisations such as ICAEW, HMRC and the EU Commission. <br/><br/><br/>- **Regional financial centre** – study in a thriving financial and banking hub with one of the largest economies in the UK. Many large banks have their regional bases in the city. <br/><br/><br/>- **Career opportunities** – financial services is one of the largest employers in the region. Masters graduates are in demand. Past students have gone on to work for the likes of Deloitte, KPMG and RBS. <br/><br/><br/>- **Flexible around you** – this course has January and September start dates, so you can study when it suits you. <br/>
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Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
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Institution Code
M40
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