MSc Banking and Finance
Why choose this course?The Banking and Finance MSc produces highly skilled, analytical and forward-thinking graduates who are ready to slot into specialised roles in the banking, financial services, finance and financial consultancy sectors. This is a demanding programme which has an outstanding pass rate. The core modules on this course will show you how to manage assets, liquidity and risk; and how to analyse credit, interest, statements and rates. As well as learning about corporate finance and industry regulation. You will also get the opportunity to work in Kingston Business School’s Bloomberg trading room. This course is suitable for students from a variety of academic backgrounds, including those with industry experience and those who do not have a bachelor’s degree in economics, finance or accountancy. You can study the course part time, so you can apply your learning in the workplace straight away.What you will studyThis course is designed to demonstrate the links between theory and practice. Taught sessions use real life examples and case studies, while the assessments also expose you to real-life problems and solutions. Year 1 is made up of seven core modules, one optional module and a research project. Year 2, the Professional Placement Year, is optional and offers a full year of work experience. This course is accredited by the Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT).Teaching and assessmentAssessment typically comprises exams (eg test or exam), practical (eg presentations, performance) and coursework (eg essays, reports, self-assessment, portfolios, dissertation).After you graduateThis course can help lead to careers in financial services, corporate finance, treasury or banking sectors. Typical roles may include trader, financial analyst, investment banker, portfolio/fund manager and other banking positions. Graduates have gone on to work for financial banks and government organisations, including: HSBC, Barclays Bank, Gulf International Bank, Royal Bank of Scotland, Macquarie Bank, Maldives Monetary Authority, World Bank Group, Credit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank, Deloitte and JPMorgan Chase. Our alumni have also secured roles within national and international companies including Royal Mail, Otis Elevator Company, L’Oreal, Matalan, Bonmarche and Asda Stores Ltd.
