COURSE CURRICULUM

The MSc Finance and Investment Banking programme combines core finance knowledge with specialist investment and banking expertise, preparing students for careers in investment banking, asset management, financial analysis, trading, and corporate finance. The programme begins with Global Financial Markets, which provides a comprehensive understanding of international financial systems, market structures, major participants, regulatory frameworks, and technological developments influencing global finance. Students critically examine the role of financial markets in society and evaluate the challenges posed by regulation, market complexity, and changing economic conditions. Financial Statement Analysis develops the ability to interpret and assess corporate financial reports, enabling students to evaluate company performance, financial position, and investment potential through rigorous financial analysis techniques. Corporate Finance explores the theories and practical applications of financing and investment decisions, examining how organisations create value, manage risk, and optimise financial performance. Professional Practice in Finance complements the technical modules by focusing on career development, professional skills, reflective practice, and long-term employability within the finance sector. Building on this foundation, Valuation of Investment Products provides an advanced understanding of financial management and investment valuation in multinational environments, exploring how corporate finance theories are applied to assess a wide range of financial instruments and investment opportunities. The Derivatives Markets module focuses on financial risk management, introducing key derivative products, hedging strategies, and the theoretical principles that underpin derivatives trading and risk mitigation. Investment and Portfolio Management examines the theories and practices of investment decision-making, allowing students to apply portfolio management techniques through the construction and management of equity portfolios, helping them understand asset allocation, diversification, and performance evaluation. Research Methods for Finance and Accounting develops advanced research, data analytics, and critical evaluation skills, preparing students to undertake independent investigations and communicate findings effectively. In the final stage of the programme, students choose between a Consultancy Experience Project and a Business Research Project. The consultancy option involves working directly with organisations to solve real business challenges using professional research and project management techniques, while the research project offers a more traditional academic route for students interested in advanced research or doctoral study. Overall, the programme combines rigorous academic knowledge, practical market experience, Bloomberg-based financial analysis, and applied project work to prepare graduates for leadership roles in global financial markets and investment banking.