MSc in Finance

Finance is central to most organizations’ decision-making. These decisions include whether or not to invest; how to finance an investment; how to value a company and whether or not dividends should be paid. To deal with these issues and to be able to solve such problems it is necessary to understand the role played by financial markets and intermediaries, the importance of risk analysis and how to construct efficient portfolios.

The Leicester MSc in Finance is a rigorous programme and is both intellectually challenging and ambitious. It will provide you with a thorough understanding of the principle methods and techniques of financial management and give you a framework of reference enabling you to deal with complex financial issues and to handle them effectively. The strategic focus of the course will enhance your ability to analyse any situation and to make sound strategic decisions. The programme is also developmental and encourages practical management skills by using a range of approaches and methods.

The Aims and Objectives of the Programme

The objective of the programme is to introduce and develop an understanding of the concepts of finance and the topic of financial management in a variety of organizations-industrial, commercial, public sector and not-for-profit–together with an appreciation of finance in a strategic sense. Specifically, you will be provided with a stimulating and intellectually challenging management development programme, along with a rigorous education in the concepts and techniques of financial management. The programme aims to advance your career in finance whilst offering scope to pursue academic work in this area.

Candidates

Our MSc in Finance students come from a variety of backgrounds including economics, law, engineering, psychology, media, marketing and finance. Many already enjoy successful careers in consultancy, public service organisations, industry and commerce but wish to extend their careers within finance and general management.

Enrolment Date : May, August, November & February
Duration of Programme : Min 24 months and max 60 months