Course summary
Our master’s in finance and Investment covers the key areas of finance and investment analysis. It helps you prepare for highly valued professional qualifications and a range of financial careers. This Finance and Investment programme is ideal for those with degrees in accounting, finance, business, economics, or quantitative subjects. You will study financial markets and products, financial analysis and valuation, investment management, financial engineering and machine learning, before conducting a research project on data analysis of financial markets. Learn from academics with recent industry experience and gain access to experienced investment banking professionals and researchers. This degree also offers students the chance to undertake, as part of the course, a placement. This MSc helps you develop the skills for successful careers in the finance industry. It covers the techniques used for the analysis and management of investment and risk in the investment industry. The programme is affiliated with Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA) under the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program, and it equips you with the theoretical and practical toolset to take Level 1 of the CFA qualification after you graduate. The programme is also affiliated with CFA Certificate of ESG Investing. The programme is also accredited with ACCA, CIMA and AIA professional body; which offer exemptions; including up to 4 ACCA papers, and up to CIMA Certificate Level. Full details of the accreditation gained on completion of this programme can be viewed on partner sites. What you should know about this course
- Our diverse intake offers an excellent opportunity to exchange viewpoints on global financial impacts with peers from around the world.
- This course is affiliated with CFA and it equips you with the theoretical and practical toolset to take Level 1 of the CFA, and CFA Certificate of ESG Investing.
- Master essential skills sought after by employers in various financial sectors, including data analysis, financial reporting, risk management, and financial modelling.
- Deepen your understanding of accounting and finance principles and gain specialised knowledge in areas like financial modelling, corporate finance, and financial analysis.
- Study at our beautiful Greenwich campus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in London and get the opportunity, as part of this degree, to undertake a placement.
Modules
All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Assessment method
Students are assessed through: Essays Examinations Dissertation Lab-based exercises.
Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in a relevant/numerate subject. Applicants without a degree that have professional qualifications or relevant professional experience may 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
Please follow this link for more information on the fees for 2025/26 academic year: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees
Sponsorship information
We understand that the transition into postgraduate study can be confusing when it comes to finances. The University of Greenwich has a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support measures to support students that require it most. More information can be found on our website at www.greenwich.ac.uk/finance/funding-your-studies
Provider information
University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS