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Global Finance (Online) at Lancaster University - UCAS

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Course summary

Advance your career with Lancaster University’s online MSc Global Finance. Gain the critical thinking, practical expertise and strategic mindset needed to navigate and shape the global financial market.

  • Earn your degree from a highly ranked school: Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) ranks among the top five UK business schools for research impact according to the Financial Times and is one of a handful of triple-accredited business schools (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA).
  • Experience a cutting-edge curriculum: this programme includes modules on sustainability and AI that equip you to tackle the evolving challenges of modern business.
  • Maximise your investment: you can experience the value of a globally recognised university education at a fraction of the cost of major competitors.
Application-focused curriculum Lancaster University’s online master of finance curriculum is designed to accelerate the careers of a broad range of professionals by combining critical financial theory with the practical skills needed to lead the future of business. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of core financial concepts and the ability to apply theory to real-world financial analysis and decision-making. You’ll also foster a practical, critical approach to solving complex financial problems – engaging with emerging areas such as AI, sustainable finance, corporate finance and macroeconomics to produce a holistic, multidisciplinary view of global market considerations. Through independent research, you’ll learn to apply rigorous methodologies to generate insights and craft innovative solutions, and learn to communicate your findings with clarity and confidence. The online learning experience A complex world calls for flexible learning designed for your needs. In the online MSc Global Finance programme, you’ll find an intuitive platform, comprehensive support and top-notch education designed for real people with real lives. Attend a live, one-hour class online once a week and build a supportive learning community, connecting with academics and peers to develop lasting relationships. Complete interactive assignments and view pre-recorded lectures on your own time, using a customisable platform that follows best practices for online learning. Access full-spectrum career services including interview prep, one-on-one coaching, job boards and CV templates to help you explore career options. Join our robust alumni network upon earning your degree, and become the newest member of a club that’s 170,000 strong in more than 190 countries around the world. Connect with a student success adviser who will assist with course planning and serve as your dedicated partner throughout the programme. Receive support with our Wellbeing Service and benefit from a range of resources to help you manage a variety of challenges that may be impacting your studies. Work with our Disability and Inclusive Practice Services team to ensure that appropriate support and reasonable adjustments for your academic study are in place at the earliest possible stages of your programme. Learn from thought-leading experts Our close-knit academic community is bolstered by a dedicated teaching staff who aren’t just lecturers – they work closely with students throughout the programme. They actively participate in cutting-edge research through the Lancaster University Management School (LUMS), bringing their insights, learnings and a wealth of real-world experience directly to the classroom. Our world-class academics take an active role in live sessions, encouraging productive discussion and debate, not just rooted in theory but in students’ lived professional experience – actively working towards the broadening of perspective and the genesis of actionable insights to empower participants in driving change in their organisations and careers.

Entry requirements

A 2:2 Honours degree and three or more years of relevant work experience are strongly encouraged to apply, and applicants without previous degree-level studies but with both five or more years of relevant work experience and existing professional qualifications will be considered.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this 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

For information about fees and funding please visit our website: www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding.
Global Finance (Online) at Lancaster University - UCAS