Course Overview
This programme provides advanced study of finance and is particularly suitable for graduates in quantitative subjects who wish to prepare for careers in the financial sector. We welcome graduates from a wide range of disciplines who want to consolidate their understanding of finance. Many MSc graduates are now employed in banks and financial institutions in the UK and worldwide. Others have entered careers in higher education and research.
Compulsory Modules:
- Introduction to Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Finance
- Introduction to Accounting
- Introduction to Financial Markets
- Quantitative Methods for Finance
- Foundations of Finance
- Principles of Financial Reporting
- Financial Markets
Optional Modules: Two or three from:
- Financial Econometrics
- Advanced Corporate Finance
- Advanced Investment Management
Plus one or two from:
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Financial Reporting for Complex Entities
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Derivatives Pricing
- Behavioural Finance
- Fixed Income Markets
- Corporate Governance
Plus a dissertation in advanced topics in Accounting or Finance.
Key Information
Programme Director: Professor Steven Young
Duration: 12 months full-time
Entry Requirements: An upper second class honours degree, or its equivalent, in Finance, Accounting, Economics or other business related subject. Graduates in non-business areas with strong quantitative elements or professional accountants with good examination records may also be considered. Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) score often required for non-EU qualifications
IELTS: 7.0 or equivalent (minimum element scores apply)
Assessment: Coursework, examination and dissertation
Duration: 12 months full-time
Entry Requirements: An upper second class honours degree, or its equivalent, in Finance, Accounting, Economics or other business related subject. Graduates in non-business areas with strong quantitative elements or professional accountants with good examination records may also be considered. Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) score often required for non-EU qualifications
IELTS: 7.0 or equivalent (minimum element scores apply)
Assessment: Coursework, examination and dissertation
Funding: All applicants should consult www.lancs.ac.uk/pgfunding/
Fees: View details of our current Postgraduate Research fees or Postgraduate Taught fees.