MSc Finance (Banking) (Distance Learning)

Program Overview

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The MSc Finance (Banking) is designed for postgraduates wanting to enter the banking sector and professionals already working in financial or neighbouring sectors who are looking to gain a competitive advantage while deepening their knowledge in financial management, particularly in core banking activities (maturity/risk mismatch management), retirement and financial planning, commercial credit and factoring, and liquidity and risk management.

The MSc Finance (Banking) enables you to deepen your understanding of financial markets, banks, and their relation to economic performance. It provides a sound platform for advancing your career in finance and policy. Because finance is so wide ranging, this degree enables you to choose between Banking and three other majors:

MSc Finance (Economic Policy)

MSc Financial Sector Management)

MSc Finance (Quantitative Finance)

If you have any further questions about the overall programme content and its suitability for you, please

Why study MSc Finance (Banking) at SOAS?

We are ranked 38th in the UK for Accounting and Finance (Complete University Guide 2023)

we are ranked 6th in UK for graduate employability (QS World University Rankings 2023)

programmes are delivered by a multicultural and international teaching body, who regularly publish in top international journals

you will develop an excellent understanding of financial markets, banks and their relation to economic performance

we are specialists in the delivery of more than 40 African and Asian languages. As the economies of the Global South continue to expand, knowledge of other languages and cultures will be a big asset in the world of commerce and international trade

you will be joining our community of alumni working in 160 countries in sectors including finance, government, industry and international organisations.

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How to apply

Please read our

online and distance learning how to apply

guidance, and use our

online form

to submit your application directly to us for consideration.

Program Outline

You will study

six modules

: three core modules and three elective modules selected from the lists below.

If you wish to complete the

Dissertation

you must study

Research Methods.

Important notice

The information on the website reflects the intended programme structure against the given academic session. The modules are indicative options of the content students can expect and are/have been previously taught as part of these programmes. However, this information is published a long time in advance of enrolment and module content and availability is subject to change.

Core modules

Module	Credits
Corporate and Investment Banking	30
Corporate Finance	30
Portfolio and Fund Management	30
Retail Banking and Household Finance	30

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Elective modules

Module	Credits
Bank Financial Management	30
Bank Regulation and Resolution of Banking Crises	30
Banking and Capital Markets	30
Banking Strategy	30
Corporate Governance	30
Econometric Analysis and Applications	30
Econometric Principles and Data Analysis	30
Finance in the Global Market	30
Financial Econometrics	30
Financial Engineering	30
International Finance	30
Introduction to Valuation	30
Macroeconomic Policy and Financial Markets	30
Risk Management: Principles and Applications	30

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Research

Module	Credits
Research Methods (M453)	30
Dissertation (M454)

The MSc Finance (Banking) is made up of six modules. Each module lasts for 10 weeks. You can only take one module at a time, but each module is typically available in at least two of the year's study sessions. This gives you the flexibility to plan your studies throughout the year, enabling you to fit your course around your professional, family, and personal commitments.

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Online academic tutor

You will be individually assigned an online academic tutor for the duration of each module, with whom you can discuss academic queries at regular intervals during the study session. You will also have a named administrator providing you with help and advice throughout your studies.

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Virtual Learning Environment

To make your experience as a distance learning student more complete and rewarding, you will have access to the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), which is a web-based learning environment.

Through the VLE, you can communicate with your assigned academic tutor, administrators, and other students on the module using discussion forums. The VLE also provides access to each module's Study Guide and assignments, as well as a selection of electronic journals available on the University of London Online Library.

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Exams

For each module, you will sit a three-hour examination, held on a specified date in September/October, and complete two assignments during the module study session. Assignments are submitted and feedback given online. Examinations and assignments are weighted 70:30.

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Key dates and calendar

To find out when a particular module is running, please view the study calendar on each individual module page.

See our

online and distance learning key dates

As a graduate of MSc Finance (Banking) you will be well prepared for senior positions in:

banking

asset management

pension funds

regulators

financial institutions

Recent graduates have been hired by:

Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ

Citi

Deloitte

Ernst & Young

Euro Monitor International

Financial Times

HM Treasury

Huaxia Bank, China

International Rescue Committee

Investec

JP Morgan, Chase & Co

KPMG

Nomura

Oxfam

Publicis Media

Santander

UBS

University of Oxford

Western Securities Co. Ltd

White & Case LLP

World Food Programme

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