MSc Finance and Investment

The Finance and Investment course at the University of the West of England, Bristol is a highly specialized program designed to equip students with an in-depth understanding of financial markets operation. The full-time course duration is three years and includes a blend of theoretical studies and practical experiences.Course Content: The program mainly focuses on exploring the financial sector's various concepts, including monetary economics, investment and risk, financial regulation, wealth management, etc., while applying them practically through various platforms such as simulated stock market dealing. The course includes a sandwich year that provides an excellent opportunity to enhance skills with a significant period of work experience. Key Modules: The key modules covered during the course span over a range of core subjects. Topics include Financial Accounting Principles, Financial Institutions and Markets, Quantitative Methods for Economists, Monetary Economics and Banking, Financial Regulation and Risk Management, and Wealth Management. Optional modules are available to tailor the study as per interests and career aspirations – examples include Real Estate Finance and Investment, Corporate Financial Management, and Financial Econometrics.Accreditations: The course is recognized by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). This means that upon graduation, students will receive exemptions from a number of professional examinations from ACCA and CIMA.Future Careers: After successfully completing the Finance and Investment course, graduates can look forward to a wide range of career paths. You can work in sectors such as investment banking, financial planning, fund management, stock broking, investment analysis and risk management, as well as corporate finance professions within multinational companies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.