MSc (Hons) Finance

The MSc (Hons) Finance course at Bangor University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles, theories, and practices. The course covers a wide range of topics including financial markets and institutions, investment analysis and portfolio management, risk management, financial modeling, and corporate finance. Students will also learn how to apply financial concepts to real-world problems and develop the skills necessary to succeed in a competitive job market. With a strong focus on practical application, students will have access to state-of-the-art resources and facilities, including our Financial Markets Laboratory and Trading Room. The course is delivered by experienced academics and industry professionals, providing students with valuable insights and networking opportunities.

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The MSc (Hons) Finance course at Bangor University is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI), giving students a solid foundation for a career in finance. The university also has partnerships with leading financial institutions, providing students with opportunities for internships and professional experience. Upon completion of the course, students will be well-prepared to pursue careers in investment banking, asset management, and other financial fields.

Unlock Your Potential in Finance at Bangor University

Bangor University is an ideal choice for students pursuing a career in finance due to its proximity to London and access to cutting-edge resources. The university's Oxford International Group campus offers a unique learning environment that combines academic rigor with practical application. Students will benefit from the university's strong industry connections, which provide valuable opportunities for networking and professional experience. With a commitment to small class sizes and personalized attention, students will receive comprehensive support throughout their course of study.

The ever-changing nature of financial markets, financial institutions and business firms, has made it increasingly important for finance experts including financial managers in multinational companies, investment analysts in securities firms, lending officers in banks and other financial institutions and traders in capital markets and dealing rooms - to have a clear understanding of the theory and practice relating to financial market operations and corporate financial strategy. Familiarity with the most recent developments in risk appraisal, portfolio analysis, the engineering of synthetic products, modeling techniques, financial analysis and valuation is an essential requirement for all those involved directly in financial activities or who wish to gain a deeper understanding of this important area of business management.

The MSc and MA Finance programs at Bangor offer you a unique opportunity to develop an appreciation of the causes and significance of current developments in the financial and corporate sectors, and to study advanced theory and practice relating to financial markets and the financial management of business firms.

We accept students with a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds and consider each application individually.

All students need to have good basic skills and the University also values IT and communication skills.

As part of the University’s policy, we consider applications from prospective disabled students on the same grounds as all other students.

The 20 hours are the total hours. It is not per job. If you hold multiple part-time jobs then the total hours of all the work you are doing are added together.