MSc Financial Engineering and Risk Management

The MSc Financial Engineering and Risk Management course offered by the University of Essex is a one year, full-time program, commencing each October. The program aims to produce postgraduates with a grasp of advanced, computationally demanding techniques and methodologies used in financial decision making, risk management, and investment analysis.Course Content: As a student, you will be developing knowledge and skills in areas such as Corporate Finance, Financial Modelling, Financial Theory, Investment Banking, Portfolio Analysis, and Risk Analysis. By doing so, the course offers you a comprehensive understanding of the principles and advanced knowledge of Financial Engineering and Risk Management. You will also be able to apply your skills by working on a financial project during the second half of your studies.Key Modules: Some of the compulsory modules for the course include Corporate Finance, Financial Theory, Computational Finance, and Risk Management.Future Careers: After completing this course, you can expect to find opportunities in finance and insurance industries, investment banks, and financial advisory services. The analytical and quantitative skills gained through this course would also be useful for careers in trading, portfolio management, risk management, security analysis, and treasury management in corporate sectors and public institutions.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page [here](https://www.essex.ac.uk/courses/PG00588/1/MSc-Financial-Engineering-and-Risk-Management).