MSc Finance with Risk Management

The MSc Finance with Risk Management course offered by the University of Bath is designed for students seeking to develop a career in the finance sector with a special interest in risk management. The course is equally suitable for those already working in finance who wish to enhance their qualifications and career prospects. The program is enriched with comprehensive real-world applications of financial techniques, and it trains students with a blend of financial theory and practice that is highly sought after by employers in the worldwide banking and finance sectors.Course Content: The MSc Finance with Risk Management course focuses on giving the students the knowledge and skills needed to understand the complexities of modern financial markets. The program modules cover four main directions - Financial Instruments and Markets, Quantitative Methods for Finance, Risk Management, and Financial and Risk Analytics. The program also includes a comprehensive dissertation project, where students can conduct a detailed investigation of a chosen issue related to finance and risk management under the guidance of an academic mentor. Key Modules: Some of the essential modules students will learn during this course include Investments: Equity and Bond, Financial Risk Management, Empirical Methods in Finance, Quantitative Techniques, Corporate Finance, Derivatives and Financial Risk Management, and Global Financial Markets. Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Professional Risk Managers’ International Association (PRMIA) and it also prepares students for part one of the PRMIA Professional Risk Manager exam. Future Careers: Graduates from this course have pursued careers in commercial and investment banking, corporate finance, risk analysis and management, financial consulting, insurance, real estate, and asset and liability management. Some of our notable alumni hold positions in high-profile financial firms like Barclays, HSBC, Deloitte, and PwC among others.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.