Banking and Finance MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate
Postgraduate
In Stirling
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
Stirling (Scotland)
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Start date
Different dates available
Strengths
Our global reputation: research rating
The University of Stirling Management School was ranked among the Top 25 in the UK for business and management in the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014).
Industry accreditation
Our MSc Banking and Finance degree is recognised by the Chartered Banker Institute. The Institute will award subject specific credits to graduates who go on to study for their chartered status. Further, those who successfully complete the MSc programme are eligible to apply for Associated Chartered Banker status with the Institute.
Our students have the opportunity to participate in the Santander Universities Work Skills Programme – this gives you invaluable experience of working for a leading UK bank.
We’re also members of the Association of Business Schools and the European Foundation for Management Development. We work in partnership with the Chartered Management Institute and are signatories to the Principles for Responsible Management Education.
Wide-ranging expertise
Our lecturers have global reputations for advancing knowledge in the fields of banking and finance. The course reflects current developments in banking and finance and students, and we encourage our students to explore contemporary challenges with academic staff in seminars and workshops.
Flexible course structure
The flexible design of the degree programme means you can build on the core curriculum from a suite of optional modules.
Enhanced employment opportunities
Banking and finance qualifications, especially with a focus on the ability to analyse and solve problems with ethical dimensions, are highly attractive to today’s employers.
Professional development for long-term success
Our Flying Start Leadership programme helps you develop self-awareness about your strengths and acquire new competencies in a supportive environment. You can also participate in a course for professional stock market traders.
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Academic requirements
Academic requirements
You will need a lower second class honours degree in economics, finance or a related area. An upper second class honours degree in an unrelated discipline, or significant and relevant work experience. A background in banking and finance is not required but you should feel comfortable with the level of numeracy required to interpret statistics and financial reports.
International students
The University of Stirling welcomes students from around the world. Find out what studying here could be like for you.
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Subjects
- Finance
- Banking
- Banking and Finance
- Banking Finance
- Global
Course programme
Course modules
There are eight taught modules in total, six are compulsory and you can select the other two.
Compulsory modules
Quantitative Methods in Finance
Professionalism, Regulation and Ethics
Corporate Finance
Economics for Banking & Finance
Contemporary Issues in Banking
Risk Management in Banking
Optional modules
One from:
Derivatives
Investments & Portfolio Management
Plus one from:
International Banking & Development Finance
International Corporate Finance
Mergers & Acquisitions
Behavioural Finance
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Banking and Finance MSc, Postgraduate Diploma, Postgraduate Certificate