Banking and Finance MSc
Newcastle University
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The financial services sector has grown worldwide. There is greater demand for professionals with specialist skills and competencies in banking and finance. This course responds to trends and issues in global financial services industries.Our Banking and Finance MSc degree will:teach you how retail and investment banks function within financial marketsstrengthen your understanding of the role of other financial intermediariesYoull develop the skills and expertise for a career in the banking and ...Read more

The financial services sector has grown worldwide. There is greater demand for professionals with specialist skills and competencies in banking and finance. This course responds to trends and issues in global financial services industries.Our Banking and Finance MSc degree will:teach you how retail and investment banks function within financial marketsstrengthen your understanding of the role of other financial intermediariesYou'll develop the skills and expertise for a career in the banking and financial market industries.This course will suit you if you're interested in the following careers:banker in retail and investment banksfinancial trader, financial analyst or risk managereconomist in private and government organisationsYou'll study and apply theoretical frameworks in banking and finance. The course will encourage you to engage with contemporary debates. This could include issues related to financial markets and institutions.Throughout your study, you'll meet experts from the financial industry. You'll gain insight into the world of finance and advice on your future career.This course is accredited by the Chartered Banker Institute (CBI). The CBI is a UK-based global professional education body for bankers. At the start of the academic year, you can enrol with the CBI and enjoy the benefits of student membership. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be awarded Associate Chartered Banker status.

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16/279
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24th
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31st
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ESRAA SAID MOHAMED ELGHONIMY
14 Feb 25

My experience as a PhD student at Newcastle University Business School has been largely positive. The school provides a supportive and stimulating research environment, with..Read more

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Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or an international equivalent. You also need to show a firm grasp of: basic calculus; probability theory; statistical inference. If this is not evident from your transcripts, please use your personal statement to give details of your mathematical knowledge. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have a 2:2 honours degree and substantial, relevant, professional experience.

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£16,000 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

£29,900 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

£29,900 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

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