Course summary
In banking, risk is everywhere – and managing it is a skill that can shape the stability of global economies. This MSc is built for future-facing professionals who want to understand how to navigate uncertainty, maintain compliance, and influence decision-making at the highest level. Explore how financial regulation impacts business strategy. Learn how to evaluate risk exposure, investigate compliance breaches, and engage with the complexities of national and international banking policy. From fraud prevention to corporate governance, this course prepares you to think critically and respond with confidence in high-stakes situations. At Walbrook, you’ll study 100% online, choosing a pace that fits your schedule. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your position in banking or transition into a new regulatory role, this degree offers depth, flexibility, and career-focused learning from day one.
Modules
On this MSc, you’ll build the specialist knowledge to manage risk in global finance – exploring everything from investment regulation to blockchain and digital banking. You’ll study topics such as: –Global risk management –Regulation and compliance across international banking systems –Corporate governance and sustainable finance –Blockchain, digital currencies, and emerging threats in fintech –Policy, fraud, and ethical risk You’ll also complete a dissertation with the option to tailor your research to a sector or regulatory issue that matters to you. For full module details, visit our course page.
Entry requirements
To attain a place on the MSc in Banking & Finance, you need either: a 2.1 honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognised institution, or to have achieved Chartered Associateship with us through the ‘qualification’ route. If you have equivalent experience and qualifications, we will consider your application and may still accept you even if you don't precisely meet the requirements above. In this case, you will need to show that you can achieve at master’s level. We may ask to interview you or require an extra piece of written work with your application. If English is not your first language, you will need to achieve an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of at least 6.5 or equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9750 | Whole course |
| International | £9750 | Whole course |
| England | £9750 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £9750 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £9750 | Whole course |
| Wales | £9750 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £9750 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £9750 | Whole course |
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
Walbrook Institute London
8th Floor, Peninsular House
36 Monument Street
City of London
EC3R 8LJ