Course summary
The MSc Investment & Finance is for those wanting to develop careers in areas such as security analysis, portfolio analysis and investment management. The course provides you with a comprehensive education in the theory of finance. It also covers the various techniques and analytical tools used by investment professionals in practical decision-taking. The course will provide you with
- an understanding of financial theory and analysis
- an appreciation of the nature of financial markets and institutions
- a working knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement analysis
- an understanding of the techniques and concepts employed in the valuation of bonds and equities
- an ability to develop portfolios and investment strategies to meet risk-return objectives
- an understanding of derivatives – options, futures, swaps
- an understanding of the quantitative analysis and techniques employed in finance.
Modules
Core classes: Accounting & Financial Analysis; International Financial Markets & Banking; Principles of Finance; Quantitative Methods for Finance; Derivatives & Treasury Management; Portfolio Theory & Management; Topics in Corporate Finance; Equity Analysis Elective classes: Behavioural Finance; Empirical Methods in Finance; Financial Modelling for Excel; Fixed Income Analysis Modules might be different for January start date, please check our website for an up to dates list.
Assessment method
Class assessments will take the form of a class test and/or assignment for most classes. Each class will be examined at the end of the semester they are offered.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
- The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute
Entry requirements
Second-class Honours degree or non-UK equivalent qualification in accounting, economics, business studies or a subject with a strong quantitative component. Applications are also considered from students with appropriate professional qualifications and relevant practical experience.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £16800 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £16800 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £16800 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £16800 | Year 1 |
| International | £32600 | 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.
Sponsorship information
strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ