Master of Science - Banking and Finance (12-month) (September Entry)

This course will cover key subjects including financial economics, the economics of banking, international financial markets and quantitative methodology, as well as financial regulation at national and international levels and matters arising in private banking.

Crucially, students will develop their problem-solving skills and ability to critically evaluate and deliver midterm and long-term strategic solutions. 

Throughout the course students will have access to a variety of professional databases used in business and finance including Datastream, Bloomberg, Bank Scope, Osiris, Reuters 3000 Xtra and Thomson One Banker.

Students can choose to study one year full-time, two years full-time with a year's work placement or 16 months full-time with a 6-12 week work placement.

While studying for their Banking and Finance MSc students can take advantage of the opportunity to follow the CFA Program (Chartered Financial Analyst) specialist pathway and gain the skills required to complete the Level I CFA Program exam.  The CFA Program has become the most respected and recognised professional qualification in finance in the world. This programme is also accredited by CIMA offering exemptions to some of their professional papers depending on the module choices.

As the worldwide financial services industry grows, so does the demand for professionals with specialist skills and competencies in banking and finance. This Brunel Master's will give students that and make them a preferred job candidate to employers across the sector.