Finance

Entry requirements

See website Finance - Master's Programme (One Year) | Lund University

Months of entry

September

Course content

The Master’s in Finance programme prepares students for careers in the global financial services sector, including roles in investment and commercial banking, insurance, and regulatory bodies. It covers key areas like financial economics and corporate finance, offering rigorous training in financial decision-making, problem-solving, and research techniques.

Students gain advanced theoretical and practical knowledge, supported by case studies and guest lectures from top financial industry leaders. The programme is ranked 37th in the world by Financial Times and provides access to Bloomberg terminals for real-time financial data analysis.

Additional opportunities include a pre-programme career workshop, the International Master Class (IMC) for exceptional students, and a double degree option with the University of Groningen for high achievers. Graduates pursue careers in areas like portfolio management, investment banking, and financial analysis, with past alumni working at major companies such as Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Maersk, and Electrolux. The programme also prepares students for PhD studies in finance.