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MSc (Hons) Banking and Finance

Bangor University - (Oxford Int Group), United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The MSc (Hons) Banking and Finance at Bangor University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the banking and finance industry. The course covers a wide range of topics, including financial management, investment analysis, financial markets and institutions, and risk management. Students will also gain practical experience through projects and case studies, and have the opportunity to specialize in areas such as corporate finance, investment banking, or financial engineering. The course is designed to prepare students for careers in the banking and finance industry, and is delivered by experienced academics and professionals with a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Additional Information

The MSc (Hons) Banking and Finance at Bangor University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the banking and finance industry, including its theoretical foundations and practical applications. The course covers a wide range of topics, including financial management, investment analysis, financial markets and institutions, and risk management. Students will also gain practical experience through projects and case studies, and have the opportunity to specialize in areas such as corporate finance, investment banking, or financial engineering. The course is delivered by experienced academics and professionals with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field.

Discover the Unique Learning Experience of Bangor University (Oxford Int Group)

Bangor University (Oxford Int Group) offers students a unique learning experience that combines academic rigor with practical application. The university's location in North Wales provides a beautiful and inspiring setting for study, while the university's commitment to innovation and excellence ensures that students receive the highest quality education. The campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including cutting-edge technology and specialized equipment, providing students with the tools they need to succeed in the banking and finance industry. Additionally, the university's strong connections with industry leaders provide students with opportunities for internships, networking, and other hands-on learning experiences.

Why You Should Study This Course

Banking and financial services represent a highly competitive and rapidly changing sector in every modern economy. Changes in customer requirements, technology, competitive conditions, and regulation create the need for managers, traders, and analysts to make rapid and often far-reaching decisions about their short-term operations and long-term strategies. The Banking and Finance MSc course at Bangor offers you a unique opportunity to study advanced theory and practice relating to financial services, and to develop an appreciation of the causes and significance of current developments in this vitally important and dynamic sector of the economy.

General Eligibility

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.

Part Time Work Details

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.

What You'll Study

1 Module

Compulsory modules:

Research Methods: This module develops knowledge of intermediate and advanced research methods, and provides a basis in research methodology for those who may eventually wish to pursue research degrees.

Bank Financial Management: This module provides a grounding in the nature, strategic context, and managerial functions of financial management in banks, and other financial services firms.

International Financial Markets: This module provides an overview of financial instruments in a multi-currency world, taking account of insights from portfolio theory concerning the relationship between risk and return, the diversification of risk, and the pricing of assets.

International Banking: This module examines the origins of international banking, the activities of international banks, the markets in which they participate, and the sources of risk.

Financial Econometrics: This module provides advanced coverage of econometric methods and practices that are used to model financial and business data.

Optional modules (choose 1):

Islamic Finance: This course provides insight into topical issues relating to Islamic financial instruments and related risk management issues.

Financial Analysis: This module analyses the techniques that are used to evaluate a company’s financial position and performance.

Investment Strategy and Portfolio Management: This module evaluates the development of investment strategies for bonds, equities, and derivatives that are designed to achieve optimal risk-return outcomes, and examines the measurement and evaluation of the performance of a portfolio of investments.

Islamic Banking: This module provides an insight into the key features of the Islamic banking business.

Language Requirement

Bangor University also recognizes Non-SELT Tests and Online Tests as mentioned below for direct entry to its degree programs.  

Also, scores lower than the IELTS 6.0 equivalent in any of these non-SELT and Online tests.

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