Course summary
The MSc Investment Analysis programme offers a comprehensive journey into finance and investment. Focused on practical application in trading and corporate settings, it integrates hands-on experience with Python programming and Bloomberg terminals. This course covers crucial areas such as security valuation, portfolio management and global market dynamics. The curriculum balances practical skills with theoretical insights into investment valuation, trading techniques and corporate finance. Aligning with professional standards, the programme offers affiliations with the CFA Institute and CMT Association, and provides opportunities for masterclasses and scholarships for the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA) Level I and Chartered Market Technician® (CMT) Level I and II exams. What will I learn? In the taught stage, you will develop a deep understanding of global financial market structures, investment decision-making models and risk mitigation techniques. You will gain proficiency in quantitative methods and learn to apply valuation techniques used in investment analysis, preparing you for strategic financial decision-making. This stage sets a solid foundation for your advanced research project and a successful career in finance. In the dissertation phase, you will complete a research project on a investment analysis topic of your choice, showcasing your ability to conduct independent research with a clear consideration of ethics, theory and methods. How will I learn? Our MSc Investment Analysis programme has been carefully designed to align with the demanding standards and dynamic nature of the global financial industry. This programme is tailored to equip you with an extensive understanding of finance and investment, combined with practical skills and analytical prowess, setting you up for a successful and rewarding career in the financial sector. This programme has a strong practical element. You’ll gain hands-on experience working with real-time financial, accounting and economic data, thanks to our dedicated trading room facility and industry leading software. This exposure will give you the confidence and technical capability to gain a competitive edge in the job market.
Entry requirements
One of the following: A good UK honours degree (minimum lower second class) Equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University. We encourage applications from those with a background in economics, engineering, finance, mathematics, statistics or related disciplines. However, if you do not hold a degree in one of these subjects, you may still be eligible for the programme if you can evidence prior studies in mathematics or statistics within your degree or at A Level for home students. Prior studies in mathematics/statistics/quantitative modules should be at a minimum grade of 50%.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £12000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £12000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £12000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £12000 | Year 1 |
| International | £23500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Aston University, Birmingham
Aston Triangle
Birmingham
B4 7ET