Finance and Investment MSc

<strong>Gain the critical expertise to analyse the rapidly evolving global capital and money markets for a successful career in finance and investment.</strong><br/>This Finance and Investment MSc is your opportunity to dive deep into how global financial markets really work. You’ll explore the ideas that shape investment decisions while building practical skills in portfolio management, valuation and data‑driven analysis.<br/>With access to two trading rooms and platforms like Bloomberg and Refinitiv, you’ll learn in an environment that feels close to the real world.<br/>Finance is changing fast, and the ability to understand markets, interpret data and make confident decisions has never been more valuable.<br/>This course helps you develop those strengths through hands‑on learning, industry insights and opportunities to engage with current market challenges. It’s designed to give you both the knowledge and the mindset to thrive in a dynamic sector.<br/>Graduates go on to exciting roles in investment banking, asset management, trading, fintech, consultancy and more. Whether you see yourself analysing investments, managing portfolios or shaping financial strategy, this degree helps you get there. <br/><br/><strong>“The staff are incredibly supportive and approachable, always willing to provide guidance and share their expertise. Their real-world experience and research insights greatly enhance the learning experience.”</strong> <br/>Priyanka Ratnu, Finance and Investment MSc <br/><br/><strong>Why study at Leeds</strong><br/>• Go on a live learning experience: Take part in a five-day trading simulation bootcamp with AmplifyME – an exciting live and interactive learning experience where you’ll be immersed in real-world simulations of financial services sector roles.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Benefit from our connections: Our strong relationships with finance, credit and accounting professionals gives you access to the latest policy developments through guest speakers. Previous visits have included senior members from UBS, Citigroup Asia Pacific and the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Trading rooms to hone your professional skills: Our two on-campus trading rooms give you access to the tools and platforms used by financial professionals, such as Bloomberg, WRDS, CSMAR, Refinitiv Eikon and Datastream – deepening your understanding of real-time financial analysis, data interpretation and investment decision-making.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Build real-world skills from industry: The course is partnered with the CQF Institute, giving you access to a range of valuable resources, including industry events, networking opportunities, career support, job listings and technical workshops.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Global opportunities to broaden your experience: Apply for a place on a week-long international study tour, with company visits, guest lectures and networking events. Previous study tours have included visits to Berlin, Frankfurt, Milan and Zurich.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Rankings and awards</strong><br/>Top 40 in the world for finance, QS Business Masters Rankings 2026<br/>Top 100 in the world, QS World University Rankings 2026<br/><br/><strong>Where this degree could take you</strong><br/>Graduates have a broad skillset that appeals to many employers in the worldwide finance sector. Recent graduates have found employment in the following roles: <br/>• Senior Manager, PwC<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Data Analyst, Asda Head Office<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Accountant, Deloitte<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Financial Analyst, BCUHB<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Staff Accountant, EY<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Finance, Unilever<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Financial and Regulatory Accountant, Meteor Asset Management<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Independent Financial Advisor, Shenzhen Qianhai Service Group<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Career support</strong><br/>Top 10 most targeted for 10+ years by the UKs leading employers, The Graduate Market 2026, High Fliers Research<br/>At Leeds, we help you to prepare for your future from day one.<br/>Our Careers Service has the global expertise and sector-spanning industry partnerships that, combined, go way beyond simply helping you get a job. They provide you with the resources you need to upskill and achieve the future you aspire towards – even in the face of lightning-paced change.