Postgraduate courses in Finance Brochure

Postgraduate master’s courses in Finance

Academic year 2024/25 entry

Accounting and Finance MSc Banking, Economics and Finance MSc Finance MSc

Cranfield School of Management Cranfield School of Management is a specialist postgraduate business school located in the heart of the UK. We are a world leader in management education, research and consultancy, and our mission is to improve the practice of management. We have a global reputation for developing high-performing leaders in technology and management. Renowned for our strong links with industry, we provide practical management solutions through a range of activities including leadership, finance, marketing and supply chain.

Management MSc ranked 5th in the UK and 36th in the world in The Economist Which MBA? Masters in Management 2021 ranking. MBA Ranked in the global top 100 and the UK top 10 in the FT Global MBA Ranking 2023. TOP 10 TOP 5 MSc

We are one of an elite 1% of business schools to hold the ‘triple crown’ of accreditations, and even additionally the Small Business Charter accreditation Quadruple accreditation

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TOP 10 Finance and Management MSc Ranked 8th in the UK and 44th in the world in the Financial Times Masters in Finance Pre-experience ranking 2022.

Management MSc Ranked 6th in the UK and 28th in the world by QS World University Rankings: Masters in Management Ranking 2022. Business School Teaching Ranked top 10 in the world in the Business School Teaching Power Rankings 2021 compiled for the Financial Times.

5 , 000 postgraduate students from 100+ countries

TOP 10 UK Business School

Ranked top 10 in the UK and 34th in Europe in the Financial Times European Business School Rankings 2021.

A professional network of 75,000 + alumni

As we are postgraduate only, we are not listed in league tables that help compare undergraduate universities, such as The Times World Rankings and The Complete University Guide .

“I have been able to apply the skills and knowledge I learnt on the course in my current role. Prior to undertaking the course I wasn’t confident with financial concepts, but since completing the course I feel much more adept at solving problems, and understanding the basic and more complex

situations I encounter at work.” Lauren Burns, Analyst, Aquin, Germany, (Finance and Management MSc 2018)

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Reasons to study Finance with us

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Highly-ranked course Our Finance MSc (formerly Finance and Management MSc) is ranked 2nd in the UK and 6th in the world in The Times Higher Education/Wall Street Journal Business School Master's in Finance ranking 2019 ; 10th in the UK and 48th in the world in the FT Masters in Finance Pre-experience ranking 2023, and 9th in the UK and 42nd in the world in the QS World University Rankings: Masters in Finance 2022. Learning informed by industry Our diverse faculty of renowned finance, accounting and management professionals, supported by visiting international speakers, bring considerable industry expertise, experience and perspectives to the learning process. Industry accreditations Our Finance MSc course covers a large amount of the Chartered Financial Analyst Program syllabus, enabling you to work towards this highly-regarded industry qualification when you graduate. Our Accounting and Finance MSc is accredited by CIMA via the Master’s gateway route.

Facilities You will have access to highly effective infrastructure including Bloomberg live financial data via our Bloomberg Suite. This will enable you to use high-quality, live financial news on industries, global markets, economic indicators, equities, bonds and derivatives. Stimulating learning A diverse range of teaching methods and formats, such as real-world case studies, interactive lectures, group work and sessions hosted by guest speakers from industry, ensures that your learning is varied, challenging and thought-provoking. Support with your career During your course you will have access to support and guidance to help you plan an effective strategy for your personal and professional development, whether you are looking to secure your first role in finance or accounting, or ready to take your career to the next level.

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Finance courses

Our finance and accounting master’s courses are designed to develop your knowledge and skills in finance and investment or accounting and finance in one year, to enable you to be ready to take on your first professional role or progress your finance career to the next level. Our Finance MSc places emphasis on real-world challenges. Modules include case studies, participative exercises, interactive lectures, group projects and sessions hosted by industry speakers. Our master is distinctive in covering the principles, tools and techniques of finance and investment, as well as how to apply them in real work situations. You will gain an in-depth understanding of finance, economics, international financial markets, statistical analysis, financial modelling and corporate finance, and how to analyse and understand up-to-the-minute financial data using our Bloomberg Suite. Our Accounting and Finance MSc provides you with an advanced understanding of financial management and the practical expertise to apply this in the real world. You will explore theories and cutting-edge finance techniques in the context of global business and develop the necessary skills and knowledge in line with financial reporting and the international accounting standards. The Banking, Economics and Finance MSc is designed for individuals who wish to develop expertise across three inter-related subject fields. This MSc will equip students with the level of knowledge and skills required for positions in the financial and banking industry as well as positions in the public sector and in consultancy services. Upon successful completion of all the PG Diploma modules, students will obtain the professional qualification Associated Chartered Banker. This course will improve your critical awareness of the issues organisations face and will enhance your communication and research skills. We attract talented staff from across the world, many of them are world-leading in their area of expertise. Our research informs your learning; examples of some of our most recent research include financial regulation, asset pricing, market efficiency, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, small business finance, corporate governance, corporate finance, banking, and investment issues in emerging and developed markets.

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Modules form 60% of the course content, with the individual thesis project making up the other 40%. This brochure shows the compulsory and elective modules currently affiliated with these courses to give you an idea of course content. To keep our courses relevant and up-to-date, modules are subject to change so please check the latest information on our website. Accounting and Finance You will explore theories and cutting-edge finance techniques in the context of global business and develop the necessary skills and knowledge in line with financial reporting and the international accounting standards. MSc

Compulsory modules • Corporate Finance,

• International Financial Reporting, • Strategic Management Accounting, • Research Methods. Elective modules (select two modules) • Private Equity, • Mergers, Acquisitions and Restructuring, • International Public Finance and Taxation, • International Finance.

• Financial Data Analysis, • Financial Accounting, • International Financial Markets and Ethics, • Strategic Management, • Global Business Environment, • Business Valuation, • Small Business Finance,

For full information see www.cranfield.ac.uk/som/mscfaf

Finance You will develop a thorough understanding of finance and investments, and be able to assess and apply a wide range of corporate valuation and investment techniques on this one year full-time course. MSc

Compulsory modules • Corporate Finance, • Statistical Analysis in Finance, • Accounting, • Economics for Financial Markets,

Elective modules (select two modules) • Private Equity, • Mergers, Acquisitions and Restructuring, • Fixed Interest Securities and Credit Risk Modelling, • FinTech, Start-Ups and Small Business Finance, • Investing in Emerging Markets and Alternative Investments.

• International Financial Markets and Ethics, • Investing for Environmental and Social Impact, • Valuation and Financial Modelling, • Applied Research Methods in Finance, • Investment and Portfolio Management, • Derivatives and Financial Risk Management.

Banking, Economics and Finance This course comprises twelve core modules, which includes one 80 credit thesis. The taught modules will focus on the demands of the external market whilst developing your core knowledge and skills and behaviour suitable for the dynamic banking, economic, and financial landscape. MSc Modules • Economics of Markets, Competition and Strategy, • Data Analytics and Research in Action, • Contemporary Issues in Banking, • Financial Markets, Regulation and Ethics, • Accounting for Business, • Global Economic Environment, • Principles of Finance, • Digital Banking, FinTech, and Artificial Intelligence, • Sustainable and Green Banking.

Course structure Our specialist, sector-facing master's courses are set up and developed in close collaboration with industry partners, ensuring the content of our courses remain industry-relevant and employers remain impressed with your business-readiness. The diagram illustrates the course structure for our master's programmes. We combine compulsory and elective modules. For your individual thesis, you will undertake research which enables you to apply the knowledge and skills that you have learnt during the course. This provides the opportunity to work in an original way.

An intensive learning experience, providing the knowledge you need to excel in your chosen specialist eld.

An opportunity to think and work in an original way.

Taught programme

Individual thesis

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60%

80 credits 800 hours

120 credits 1,200 hours

200 credits 2,000 hours 1 credit = 10 learning hours

Registration September

Completion September

Bloomberg Suite Cranfield School of Management has its own Bloomberg Suite. This investment banking database is used by banking and financial institutions worldwide to enable investment decisions.

You will receive training in how to use this database, and then be able to put your learning into practice by undertaking research, analysing data and applying modelling techniques to the data. You will be able to empirically test the knowledge, ideas and theoretical concepts you learn in the classroom using the database.

“We have guest speaker sessions on Fridays where established professionals in the industry come and talk to us about topical issues that they are facing. We have been visited by individuals that work in Asset Management and Private Equity. Alumni have even come back to campus to talk to us about their journey. The course has been very practical and that’s what I have found really interesting.” Kingston Nwosu, Alumnus, (Finance and Management 2018)

Careers A degree from Cranfield will fast-track your career. Typically, our graduates go on to work in the following types of roles and organisations: Roles: • Accounting Manager, • Associate Corporate Finance, • Commercial Manager, • Consultant, • Financial Controller, • Financial Modelling Consultant, • Fund Analyst, • Investment Banking Analyst, • Portfolio Manager. Organisations: • Barclays, • Credit Suisse Group, • Ernst & Young, • Google, • HSBC, • PwC, • Thomson Reuters.

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Academic staff Our faculty are renowned in their field, with broad industry experience. They work with operating boards of numerous global businesses, ensuring that their lectures are contemporary and stimulating. They are supported by a team of visiting speakers and professors from around the world.

Dr Nemanja Radić, Senior Lecturer in Finance, Course Director, Finance MSc Nemanja's work focuses on modelling efficiency and competition in the financial services industry, shareholder value and risk management, and monetary policy. He is the author of a number of refereed journal articles in finance and economics. His work on the investment banking efficiency and shareholder value creation won the International Finance and Banking Society (IFABS) 2011 Best Young Researcher Award. Nemanja has also successfully attracted several research grants and presented his work at a number of highly rated international conferences. Professor Yacine Belghitar, Professor of Finance, Course Director, Accounting and Finance MSc Yacine is a Professor of Corporate Finance and Head of the Finance and Accounting Group. Before coming to Cranfield School of Management, Yacine taught and did research at Middlesex and Durham Universities. He has successfully supervised and externally examined several Doctoral students and is an independent advisor on corporate financial strategy and governance. Dr Lakshmy Subramanian, Lecturer in Financial Economics and Course Director of Sustainable and Digital Banking (Retail) MSc Banking and Economics Lakshmy has a background in economics and management. Her research interests include financial inclusion, emerging trends in in banking, FinTech and implications for inequality, and sustainability and banking. Lakshmy has a keen interest in frontier markets and has worked on research projects in Asian and African countries. She has over 15 years of academic and industry experience and has contributed to paper publications, training and workshops, and conference presentations.

“I was offered a full-time job at the company where I can explore my financial and quantitative knowledge in depth. The course really gave me the confidence by providing me with all the knowledge that I needed to push me forward.” Christoforus Enrico Andriawan, Quantitative Analyst - American Express, (MSc Investment Management 2022)

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Key facts and statistics

Course information

Cohort profile*

Geographic spread 1% UK 99% International

Full-time One year

Start date September

Typical cohort age range 20-39 years

MSc

Total number of students 90

Fees Please see the individual course pages on our website for full fee information and full-time or part-time options. Terms and conditions apply.

34% Female 66% Male

*These figures give an indication of the course make-up at registration across our Finance programmes (which were formerly known as Finance and Management MSc and Investment Management MSc) for the entry 2022-2023.

See www.cranfield.ac.uk/som/ fees

Accreditations Our Finance MSc covers much of the syllabus of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification, giving you the opportunity to work towards this industry qualification. Students who successfully complete the Accounting and Finance MSc can join CIMA via the Master’s gateway route. The Banking, Economics and Finance MSc is accredited by the Chartered Banker Institute. Upon successful completion of all the PG Diploma modules, the students will obtain the professional qualification Associated Chartered Banker.

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More than a degree with the Cranfield Enhance programme Cranfield graduates are valued for their distinctive skills and capabilities. We have developed these programmes to complement and enhance what you learn on your chosen qualification. On the Cranfield Enhance programme, you will be able to earn ‘digital badges’ in areas such as Employability, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability and Outreach to showcase your new skills to prospective employers. Read more at www.cranfield.ac.uk/enhance

Financing your studies If you need advice on funding your course or living costs, we can provide information and a range of online tools to help you put together the funding package you need.

There is more information on our website: www.cranfield.ac.uk/funding

How to apply

Read more about our entry requirements and how to apply: www.cranfield.ac.uk/apply

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Life at Cranfield

A welcoming, professional campus community. Located just over an hour from London in the English countryside, Cranfield’s campus environment supports close, working relationships between our multinational postgraduate students and academic and industry experts.

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Cranfield University works with over 1,500

businesses and governments based in over 40 countries

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