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Wealth Management & Private Equity at University of Glasgow - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Course summary

This Masters in Wealth Management & Private Equity offers a unique blend of financial knowledge and practical skills. Explore innovative topics such as robo-advising and climate finance. Work on hands-on projects that provide real-world experience. Develop strong skills in data analysis and portfolio management, ready to excel in wealth management and private equity roles. WHY THIS PROGRAMME

  • Gain hands-on training in software like STATA, Python, and MATLAB. Learn how to use financial technologies, measure financial risk and perform market-based simulations.
  • Gain practical, hands-on experience by tackling real-world private equity challenges. Take part in interactive workshops, labs, and collaborative group case competitions. Enhance your data analytics and portfolio management skills to prepare for high-demand roles in finance.
  • Explore innovative topics such as robo-advising and risk analytics and climate finance. Stay ahead of industry trends and understand the future of wealth management.
  • As a Bloomberg Experiential Learning partner, we integrate Bloomberg terminal exercises into our curriculum. Gain the real-world experience and valuable skills for your career.
  • As a CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association) Academic Partner, you have the possibility to apply for scholarships to take the prestigious CAIA Level I & II exams.
  • Learn from industry experts and alumni in guest lectures. Build your network and gain insights to advance your career.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE You will take four core and two optional courses and complete a substantial independent piece of work normally in the form of a dissertation. Core courses Financial Risk Analytics Investments & Portfolio Management Robo-Advising and Blockchain Technology Venture Capital and Private Equity Optional courses Asset Pricing: Theory and Empirics Climate Finance and ESG Investment Corporate Finance and Investment Financial Econometrics Financial Markets, Securities and Derivatives High-frequency Trading Investment, Finance and Asset Pricing Real Estate Economics and Finance Research project Applied Project CAREER PROSPECTS Graduates will typically follow career paths in major financial organisations, including asset management firms, investment banks and financial consulting companies, as well as governmental bodies, the IMF and the World Bank. Graduates have taken up roles as equity traders, financial managers, investment specialists and business intelligence analysts. We have further developed a dedicated careers and employability team who provide 1-2-1 support and advice, group workshops, employer events online and on-campus and networking opportunities throughout the year.

How to apply

International applicants

International applicant information can be found via gla.ac.uk by searching for 'international'.

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Physics, or another highly mathematical discipline. International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses.

Fees and funding

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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

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Sponsorship information

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Wealth Management & Private Equity at University of Glasgow - UCAS