Course summary

Our MSc Money, Banking and Finance provides essential grounding for those aspiring to pursue analyst and decision-making roles in corporate and commercial banking, or in government and regulatory agencies. The programme’s curriculum blends theoretical foundations with practical applications relevant to today’s dynamic financial landscape. You will develop your professional skills in areas that include financial data platforms, professional conduct and ethics in banking, and the latest thinking in banking regulation and financial stability. Master data and analytical tools You will learn how to use statistical packages as well as financial data platforms such as Bloomberg, and you will also learn Python programming for analysing, manipulating, and visualising data. These computational and analytical abilities are increasingly sought after by employers in the financial services sector. Analyse financial systems You will become proficient with modern econometric analysis, forecasting, and risk assessment methods. You will analyse financial markets, the institutional framework of the money and banking sectors, and the role of governments and central banks in shaping the financial environment. You will learn to work with macroeconomic models used by central banks, fiscal authorities, and research departments in financial institutions. Benefit from world-class research Our MSc Money, Banking, and Finance builds on Lancaster University Management School's reputation for research in finance, banking, and monetary economics, as evidenced by research rankings and its Centre of Excellence recognition by the Chartered Banker Institute of the UK. Modules are taught by researchers who publish in leading academic journals in Economics and Finance, ensuring students benefit from cutting-edge knowledge and contemporary industry perspectives. Connect with industry leaders The Money, Banking and Finance Guest Lecture series brings high-profile professionals from the sector to speak specifically with students on this programme, offering valuable networking opportunities and industry insights. Achieve Chartered Banker Status Students completing this programme are awarded Chartered Banker Status by the Chartered Banker Institute, a prestigious professional qualification that enhances career prospects throughout the global banking industry.