MSc Financial Risk Management

The Financial Risk Management MSc at University College London is a comprehensive and flexible programme tailored to suit the needs of different students in the field of finance. This course is ideal for individuals seeking to develop their understanding of financial risk management in the global business environment.Course Content: The Financial Risk Management MSc provides graduates with a unique blend of quantitative and technical skills necessary for a career in risk management. The course emphasizes a systematic understanding of financial decisions made by financial and non-financial institutions. Coursework covers a wide range of topics including risk measurement and management, quantitative analysis, financial theory, the regulatory environment, and the utility of risk models.Key Modules: Significant modules throughout this degree include 'Quantitative Techniques for Risk Management', 'Financial Econometrics', 'Credit Risk', 'Computational Methods in Finance' with the choice of a research dissertation or a project in 'Risk Management in Action'.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.Future Careers: Graduates of this course are well-prepared for career paths in risk management, asset management, derivatives, structured products, risk model validation, risk consultancy, and regulation and compliance. Many have secured highly competitive roles in financial and non-financial companies such as regulators, consultancies, asset management firms, insurers, hedge funds, banks, and financial software and data providers.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.