Banking and International Finance MSc

at University of Leeds

This course develops your knowledge of international finance and business to an advanced level.
 

You will develop your existing skills in quantitative data analysis, applying financial methods and theories to solve complex business problems. Throughout the year you will examine the global financial sector as you study corporate finance, international business finance and commercial banking.
 

The course also provides the opportunity to gain specialist knowledge with your choice of optional modules in a range of subject areas, such as international investment, economics and risk.
 

To demonstrate the knowledge and skills you gain during the course, you have the opportunity to design and carry out your own research dissertation in the final semester. This allows you to focus on a topic of your choice, developing your ability to tackle the most pressing challenges currently facing the industry.
 

Throughout the course we support you to develop the professional skills that will be critical for a successful career in the financial services.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Quantitative Methods    
• Corporate Finance    
• Applied Finance 
• Commercial Banking  
• International Banking and Finance    
• Accounting and Finance Dissertation   
• Critical Skills for the Finance Professional    

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in a related subject, such as accounting, finance or mathematics, and normally a background in economics.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.

 

Fees

• UK: £15,750 (total)
• International: £29,750 (total)
   

Graduates of the MSc Banking and International Finance can expect to have worldwide appeal to employers in finance, investment banking and financial services.
 

Many of our graduates have gone on to pursue successful careers in commercial and investment banking, corporate finance and financial analysis. Alternatively, the course can provide an excellent grounding for a career in financial journalism.