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MSc - Master of Science
Brunel University London
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
Brunel University London
Full Time
SEP-25
2 years
MSc - Master of Science
Brunel University London
Full Time
SEP-25
16 months
MSc - Master of Science
Brunel University London
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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The Brunel Finance and Investment MSc gives graduates the advanced knowledge and skills needed to pursue careers in financial management, with a focus on investment analysis and portfolio management. In addition to core subjects including financial theory, financial markets and corporate finance, youll examine in detail financial modelling, investment strategies, performance evaluation, risk assessment, investment valuation and asset pricing. Further, youll develop your quantitative and problem-solving skills and ability to critically evaluate and deliver midterm and long-term strategic solutions. Throughout the course youll have access to a variety of professional databases used in business and finance including Datastream, Bloomberg, Fitch, Osiris, Reuters 3000 Xtra and Thomson One Banker. We hold regular training sessions with Bloomberg, which will enhance your research and give you a taste of a real-world working environment.Careers and your futureOur aim is to teach you ‘employable knowledge, which can be applied to real-world situations giving you the skills you need to find the right role after you graduate. Therefore, youll be well prepared for work, especially if you undertake a work placement. Securing economics and finance degree jobs is highly competitive so well support you to gain a strong foundation in the skills employers are looking for. We offer opportunities within the Department of Economics and Finance as well as through the Universitys Professional Development Centre (PDC) to help you build skills and experience. With the knowledge and expertise you'll gain on the course, you'll be well equipped to progress into academic careers and many of our graduates now hold teaching positions in institutions like the Australian Business School, EDHEC Business School in Nice, Glasgow University and Olso Business School.Other have used the skills and experiences gained to purse a career within financial institutions and now hold senior positions in prestigious organisations like Standard Life in the UK, Bank of Cyprus, HBSC Istanbul and TD Bank Financial Group in Canada.
A 2:1 (or above) UK Honours degree of equivalent internationally recognised qualification) in Economics & Finance, Banking, Finance, Investment, Finance & Accounting, or 2.1 in Mathematical or Scientific degrees with at least 3 modules at L5 or L6 in finance subjects. We also welcome applicants with a high 2:2 (minimum 55%) in the above degree courses with 2:1 grades in all relevant modules i.e. all modules in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, and Finance. Applicants with 2:1 degrees not in the specified subject area will be considered on an individual basis by the Admissions Tutor. This could include applicants with Economics (or high 2:2 with 2:1 grades in Econometrics, Mathematics or Statistics), Business or Accountancy with at least 3 finance modules at L5 or L6 and Mathematics, Statistics or Econometrics at L5, and mathematical or scientific subjects with fewer than 3 modules at L5 or L6 in finance subjects. Applicants with a 2.2 or international equivalent will be considered on an individual basis according to the merits of each application. Applicants with relevant professional qualifications such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) will be considered on an individual basis.
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£13,750 per year
Students from Domestic
£1,385 placement year.
£26,400 per year
Students from EU
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£26,400 per year
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