Finance

Entry requirements

Minimum second-class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent in accounting, economics, business studies or a subject area with a strong quantitative component.

The programme requires no prior knowledge of finance.

Months of entry

September

Course content

If you're already working in the finance industry, our MSc Finance will enhance your effectiveness in your current role. We'll explore the latest developments in the field and encourage you to question traditional rules and techniques and take an analytical approach to practical problems.

Our MSc Finance is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the CFA Institute University Recognition Program

The programme will provide you with:

• a broad understanding of financial theory and analysis
• equip you with an awareness and understanding of financial markets and institutions in the context of the global economy a working knowledge of accounting information and its use in financial decision-making and analysis
• a working knowledge of current issues in corporate finance
• an appreciation of the general role of quantitative methods in finance
• the ability to apply the analysis developed in the course

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About Strathclyde Business School

Strathclyde Business School was founded in 1948, we are an enterprising, pioneering institution of global standing. Strathclyde Business School is part of the University of Strathclyde, a socially progressive and leading international technological institution.

Engagement with real-world problems and issues is in our DNA. It enhances our teaching and research; and allows us to have an impact on business practices and government policies. We work with businesses, governments and third sector organisations of all sizes to add value as they tackle important social and business challenges. Our engaged approach infuses the teaching that we do, we pride ourselves on the ethos of being ‘a place of useful learning’ and incorporating business input throughout our postgraduate education in the Business School.

We have a reputation for research excellence, having been recognised in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 for our world-leading research - with a GPA of 3.26. Strathclyde Business School was the first business school in Scotland to be awarded triple accreditation (AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB), and the first to be awarded the Small Business Charter Award. This award recognises our world leading support for scaling Scottish firms through innovation, internationalism and leadership. Strathclyde Business School is a signatory of the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education. This commits us to supporting the transformation of management education, research and thought leadership by developing learning communities and promoting awareness of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Our postgraduate programmes are designed to suit the interests of students looking to explore varied careers within the business world. All our postgraduate programmes have a strong focus on employability and preparing you for your future career.

Information for international students

Students whose first language is not English must have a minimum of 6.5 IELTS score, with no individual score lower than 5.5.

Pre-Masters preparation course

The Pre-Masters Programme is a preparation course held at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre, for international students (non-UK/Ireland) who do not meet the academic entry requirements for a Masters degree at University of Strathclyde.

Upon successful completion, you'll be able to progress to your chosen degree course at the University of Strathclyde.

Please note: Previous Maths & English qualifications and your undergraduate degree must meet GTCS minimum entry requirements as well as the pre-Masters course and an interview will be conducted before an offer can be made.

Fees and funding

We are delighted to offer a number of scholarship opportunities to support ambitious students from all backgrounds. Find out if you are eligible to apply for our scholarships.