Develop in-depth knowledge of the sector with BNU's MSc Finance and Investment. From corporate finance to managing investment portfolios, and covering current industry trends such as sustainable finance, ethical investing, and fintech, you'll graduate with the knowledge to help you thrive in a well-established industry. This degree aims to equip you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to thrive in the finance industry.

If youre looking for a postgraduate degree focused on enhancing your employability, look no further.

What will I study?

Studying MSc Finance and Investment will prepare you for a career as a qualified expert or a senior management professional. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics to provide an advanced understanding of the finance industry.

You will learn about corporate finance, focusing on capital structure, financing decisions, and strategies for maximizing shareholder value. The asset and portfolio management component of the course will explore techniques for managing investment portfolios, asset allocation, and performance evaluation. In the financial derivatives course, you will gain insights into options, futures, and swaps. Financial management will provide an understanding of financial planning, analysis, and decision-making within organizations. Risk management will teach you methods for identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks.

You will also develop skills in constructing financial models to support decision-making and strategy formulation in financial modelling, and you will cover how to analyse financial data, using statistical and quantitative methods to inform investment strategies and decision making with data analysis.

In addition to these topics, the degree focuses on developing employability skills by helping you to establish links with industry professionals, organising external visits, and enhancing digital skills through the use of financial software and databases. You'll also cultivate personal and interpersonal skills, gain confidence in solving complex problems, and learn to implement genuinely effective solutions in real-world scenarios.

What are my career prospects?

As a graduate of this course, you will be well-prepared for roles in investment banking, risk analysis, stock brokerage, portfolio management, and financial regulation. Our industry partnerships will help facilitate internships, guest lectures, and recruitment opportunities, while our alumni network can provide you with access to a broad community of finance professionals.