MSc Finance and Investment

The MSc Finance and Investment course at De Montfort University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the financial industry, including investment analysis, portfolio management, and risk management. The program focuses on developing skills in financial modeling, financial markets, and investment strategies, as well as exposure to real-world case studies and practical applications. Students will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including Bloomberg terminals and professional software. This course is ideal for individuals who want to pursue a career in finance, investment banking, or asset management.

Additional Information

The MSc Finance and Investment program is designed to be completed in 12 months (3 semesters) of full-time study. Students will have the opportunity to engage in live projects and simulations, as well as participate in guest lectures from industry professionals. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and individual research.

Unlock Your Career Potential with De Montfort University's MSc Finance and Investment Program

De Montfort University is a leading institution for finance and investment education, with a strong reputation for producing well-rounded and knowledgeable graduates. The university's location in Leicester provides access to a diverse range of financial institutions and organizations, offering students opportunities for internships, networking, and career advancement. Additionally, the university's research excellence in finance and investment ensures that students are exposed to cutting-edge knowledge and techniques.

Our Finance and Investment course will provide you with a critical understanding of advanced concepts and theories relevant to the finance and investment disciplines. Including their applied aspects, their nature and significance in the modern economic environment, and the role of financial supervision and regulation as a means to reduce systemic risk and protect consumers, depositors and investors.

You will also be introduced to current techniques, methods and technologies used in the finance and investment industries to measure, price, eliminate the risk associated with various financial assets, and efficiently allocate capital to the economy.

Both financial and non-financial firms are increasingly considering environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks. The reasons range from market demands and stakeholder expectations, to expanding awareness of ESG issues and the regulations designed to address them. There are also financial and non-financial benefits to prioritising sustainability. Given this context, the programme enables you to develop and apply your knowledge and skills in a socially responsible, ethical and sustainable manner to the role of a finance or banking professional as well as in other business and management-related work environments in the UK and internationally.

Applicants will normally hold an undergraduate degree in any subject with a minimum pass of 2:2, or equivalent overseas qualification, or an equivalent professional qualification.

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.