MSc Money, Banking and Finance

The Money, Banking, and Finance MSc at Lancaster University is a one-year full-time programme that uses a modern approach to interpreting the financial economics and banking theory. You will explore the economy's role in financial systems and their impact on business organisations, gaining strong analytical skills and specialist knowledge, by blending theory and practice.Course Content: This course concentrates on essential topics in banking, finance, and monetary economics. It combines modules exploring the theories and concepts underpinning finance with training in the practical skills you'll need in the industry. The programme includes traditional academic dissertation or you can choose a 'client’ project where you apply the theories, concepts, and frameworks to a real-world problem.Key Modules: The course comprises of various essential modules, including 'Corporate Finance', 'Empirical Finance', 'Financial Institutions Management', 'Financial Markets', 'Foundations of Finance', 'Introduction to Quantitative Methods for Financial Markets', 'Money and Banking', and 'Professional Ethics: Standards in Finance and Accounting Practice'.Accreditations: This course has been granted exemption accreditation by the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment (CISI). It now includes a specialist pathway for gaining the CISI Certificate in Fintech and qualifications for graduates.Future Careers: After course completion, graduates are expected to find opportunities across various roles in finance, banking, and related fields. An MSc in Money, Banking and Finance will open up roles such as financial analyst, investment manager, financial consultant, and major management roles in financial institutions. Moreover, the programme also provides the perfect platform for students wishing to continue their studies and move into academic or research roles.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.