The MSc in Finance programme offers a strategic perspective on finance and investment management. It's designed to be flexible, so you can tailor your studies to suit your own career objectives, choose from a wide range of specialist modules and study over one or two years, on campus, or online.
LSBF is committed to developing programmes that closely reflect the real-world economic environment, responding to the needs of business and building the skills that modern employers are looking for. Developed in conjunction with our corporate partners, the MSc in Finance is a globally respected programme. Graduates have gone on to enjoy careers with some of the most recognisable names in business, and the Financial Times placed the programme 4th in Europe in its 2010 Master in Finance Programmes listings.
Full-time
Part-time
On-line
Duration: Min 1, Max 2 years
Duration: Min 1.5, Max 5 years
Duration: Min 1, Max 5 years
Study intensively over 12 months or spread your programme over 2 years.
Giving you extra flexibility to manage your study around your commitments and lifestyle.
Study from anywhere in the world. Manage your study time to suit your needs and preferences. Learn more »
Programme Breakdown
Four compulsory core modules are followed by two elective or specialism modules with a Capstone Module at the end, consisting of Research Methodology and a Master’s Dissertation.
12 Month Full Time Tuition
Certificate in Finance
(30 credits)
Diploma in Finance
(60 credits)
MSc in Finance Degree
(180 credits)
3 Core Modules
1 Core + 2 Elective / Specialism Modules
Capstone Module
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Quantitative Methods in Investment Management
Corporate Finance
Financial Markets and Institutions
Elective / Specialism Module I
Elective / Specialism Module II
Research Methodology
Master’s Dissertation
List of Elective modules
Equity & Fixed Income Investments
International Financial Management
International Commercial Banking
Risk Management
Business Continuity and Crisis Management
Performance Measurement and Control
Advanced Financial Reporting
Fundamentals of Islamic Banking
Islamic Portfolio Management
Valuation of Mergers and Acquisitions
Buy Out strategies: LBOs and MBOs
Options Futures and Derivatives (OFD)
We will be adding more specialism pathways and modules to our growing portfolio very soon, please contact us for further information.
The awarding body for the LSBF MSc in Finance is University of Wales (Prifysgol Cymru in Welsh).
Graduates of the LSBF MSc in Finance are eligible for 2-year Post-Study Work Scheme in the United Kingdom.