MSc Banking and Finance Chartered Banker

at Bangor University

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.

International Financial Markets: This module provides and 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.  
Credit and Lending*: The module considers credit and lending from an applied and professional perspective. The module moves through a range of topics and issues from the critical evaluation of lending applications, identification and accommodation of legal constraints and the comprehension and practice of risk management skills required by the modern professional banker.

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.

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.

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

Financial Ethics & Regulation*: The module considers financial ethics and conduct of business regulation of institutions and individuals working in the financial services industry. It addresses a range of concerns surrounding poor ethical practice in financial services, business ethics and how these can be applied in the financial setting.

Optional Modules (choose 1):

• Islamic Finance
• Financial Stability
• Financial Modelling
• Financial Analysis
• Investment Strategy and Portfolio Management
• Islamic Banking
• Financial Engineering
• Merger and Acquisition

A 2(ii) or higher single or joint honours degree in a related subject is required, or equivalent overseas qualification and grade. Alternatively, possession of a suitable professional qualification and practical experience may also be accepted.

Candidates without a relevant degree or professional qualification should have a minimum of three years relevant work experience.

If English is not your native language, then satisfactory evidence of written and spoken English must be provided:

• IELTS: 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)
• Pearson PTE: a score of 56 (with no element lower than 51)
• Cambridge English Test – Advanced: 169 (with no element lower than 162)

Tuition Fee Per Year

£ 18,050

Graduates from this programme are expected to obtain employment in a variety of careers in the banking and financial services sector. Some graduates from this programme are expected to pursue careers in other business and management-related functions.