Banking and Finance MSc

Be at the forefront of banking and finance on this accredited MSc. Gain insight into risk management and regulation of banks. Access our on-site Bloomberg Lab.

* Top 20in the UK for Finance *(Shanghai Ranking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025)*

* =15thin the UK for our research environment in Business and Economics *(The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026)*

* Top 15 in the UK for alumni outcomes *(QS World University Business Masters Rankings: Finance 2026)*

### Why choose this course at Sussex?

* Develop critical thinking and decision-making techniques needed for banking operations, corporate finance, investment strategies, risk management and financial markets.

* Learn from academics shaping policy and practice. Benefit from expertise in climate finance, crypto assets and risk management.

* Engage with real-time financial and trading simulation through our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab.

The banking and finance sector is undergoing a significant digital transformation. In an expanding ecosystem, there’s a growing need for professionals who understand both the theory and practice of modern banking and finance. Being able to offer insight into performance, risk management and regulation is vital.

Join the University of Sussex Business School, where leading academics are shaping policy and practice. You’ll benefit from our culture of research excellence in areas such as climate finance, crypto assets, social and environmental accounting and reporting.

By studying at Sussex, you will:

* access training in banking, finance, management and accounting

* develop an in-depth appreciation of the finance industry

* engage with real-time financial and trading simulation through our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab

* learn from academics and practitioners at the forefront of a rapidly changing sector

* engage with internship opportunities and connect with guest speakers from industry.

You can also strengthen your study skills with the support of our Academic Success Advisers.

On this course, you’ll develop the critical thinking and decision-making techniques needed in areas such as banking operations, corporate finance, investment strategies, risk management models and financial market developments.

When you graduate, you’ll have specialist skills and knowledge valued by today’s employers. You’ll be prepared to meet the complex demands of the modern workplace, and to take your place as a professional in a knowledge-based global economy.

You might decide to pursue opportunities in organisations such as banks, funds, regulators and consultancies. You could also explore roles in the finance divisions of corporations and NGOs.