Financial Analysis and Fund Management MSc

Program Overview

The MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management prepares aspiring finance professionals for careers in investment banking and asset management. The program offers advanced financial theory, expertise in investment analysis and fund management, and support for CFA® exam preparation. Students benefit from practical experiences, including training workshops, a 24/7 finance lab, and potential study abroad opportunities. Graduates have been placed in leading financial institutions such as J.P. Morgan and HSBC.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This program is designed for students seeking a career in investment banking or asset management. It provides advanced financial theory and expertise in investment analysis and fund management. It is one of the few finance programs globally to be awarded CFA® ‘University Affiliation Program’ status.

Objectives:

• Acquire advanced financial theory and expertise in investment analysis and fund management.
• Enhance employability through a dedicated careers module, international study trip, and CFA exam support.
• Develop skills demanded by global organizations through a rigorous curriculum and practical experiences.
• Gain access to a 24/7 finance lab with major databases like Bloomberg and Thomson Reuters.
• Participate in the Business School Ethics Challenge and the Global CFA Investment Research Challenge.

Outline:

Program Structure:

• 12-month full-time program, studied over three terms.
• Taught components delivered in the first two terms.
• Third term and summer dedicated to dissertation/project, coding analytics course, or study abroad.
• Intensive three-week induction program in September for CFA prep.
• Sustainable Finance Pathway: Students can choose specific modules to graduate with a specialization in Sustainable Finance.
This pathway focuses on integrating green and sustainable finance principles into practice.
• MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management with Industrial Experience: This program includes a placement year to gain practical experience and enhance employability.

Course Schedule:

• Term 1: Modules are delivered in the first two terms.
• Term 2: Modules are delivered in the first two terms.
• Term 3: Dissertation/project, coding analytics course, or study abroad.

Individual Module Descriptions:

• BEAM101 Sustainable Finance Project (30 credits): This module focuses on solving real-world problems and creating positive impact through transformative research, education, and engagement.
• BEAM052 Corporate Governance and Finance (15 credits): This module explores the relationship between corporate governance and finance.
• BEAM103 Climate Finance and Investments (15 credits): This module examines the role of finance in addressing climate change.
• BEAM102 Financial Institutions Risk Management (15 credits): This module focuses on risk management practices within financial institutions.
• BEAM104 Sustainable and Responsible Finance (15 credits): This module explores the principles and practices of sustainable and responsible finance.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods, including exams, coursework, presentations, and a dissertation/project.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program utilizes a range of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical case study classes, workshops, and training workshops.
• Faculty: The program is taught by internationally respected academics who are at the forefront of their research.
• Unique Approaches: The program incorporates research-led teaching, practical case study classes, and training workshops to provide a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates are well-prepared for careers in investment banking, asset management, corporate finance, trading, and wealth management.
• Opportunities: The program provides extensive career support, including a dedicated careers module, one-to-one appointments with career consultants, employer-led workshops, and access to the Career Mentor Scheme.
• QTEM Programme: High-achieving students can participate in the QTEM Programme, which includes a semester of study at a prestigious partner university, a quantitatively focused internship, and participation in the QTEM Data Challenge.
• Study Abroad Opportunities: The program offers study abroad opportunities through the QTEM Programme and other postgraduate study abroad programs.

2024/25 entry UK fees per year: £19,100 full-time With Industrial Experience (second year): £3,820 full-time International fees per year: £35,000 full-time With Industrial Experience (second year): £7,000 full-time