Overview

The MSc International Banking and Finance programme will provide you with the knowledge and skills required in order to solve complex problems within the dynamic environment of international banking and finance.

You will explore the importance of international financial markets, foreign exchange markets and the role of multinational banks. You will also evaluate the impact of organisational theories and corporate governance on corporations in an international context as well as examine the relationship between risk management and regulation, including the role of capital and liquidity management.

Key Course Information

 Course Length   12-16 Months

 Modules    8 Modules + 1 Dissertation

 Study Mode    Full-Time & Part-Time

 Start Date    March, June/ July, Oct

 Awarded By   London South Bank University

WHAT WILL I LEARN

The MSc International Banking (and Finance) aims to:

• Link theory and practice in international financial matters through intensive, and distinctive emphasis on specialisation with a global perspective.
• Position banking, investment and finance education in an international context to launch students on a career development path to enable them to obtain further professional qualifications while working in securities and financial institutions.
• Producing graduates equipped to play leading roles in industry, the professions, public service and research.
• Developing critical, analytical problem-based learning skills to prepare students for employment.

Modules

• FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
• DATA MANAGEMENT
• BANK GOVERNANCE AND REGULATION
• CORPORATE FINANCING AND INVESTMENT
• GLOBAL FINANCIAL MARKETS
• INTERNATIONAL BANKING & BANK PERFORMANCE
• INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
• RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
• DISSERTATION
• FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
• DATA MANAGEMENT
• DERIVATIVES
• CORPORATE FINANCING AND INVESTMENT
• GLOBAL FINANCIAL MARKETS
• INTERNATIONAL BANKING & BANK PERFORMANCE
• INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
• RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
• DISSERTATION

Career Opportunities

This course is for those wishing to pursue a career in a wide variety of fields including :

• Financial management
• Accountancy and auditing
• Financial services sales banking
• International capital markets
• Foreign exchange
• Multinational enterprises

There’s also an opportunity to work in the area of financial and credit analysis since commercial banks are there to provide banking services to individuals as well as small and large businesses and organizations.

Mode of Delivery

Test/ examinations, case studies, research proposal and dissertation.

Entry Requirement

Applicants with any of the following qualifications will be considered for admission:

• A relevant University honours degree UK class 2.2 or above, or foreign equivalent.
• OR an appropriate University Postgraduate Diploma in Business/Management.
• OR an equivalent qualification to one of the above.

All applicants must demonstrate proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in the English Language. The entry requirements will be consistent with those for Master’s courses as set out in the University’s Academic Regulations for Taught Programmes – normally at IELTS level 6.5 (or equivalent).

An irrelevant University honours degree UK class 2.2 or above would have to complete a pre-study course.

A mature applicant lacking one of the above academic qualifications, may be considered for entry if they hold or have held a senior managerial position(s) for 4 years or more and are able to demonstrate the ability to fulfil the objectives of the programme and achieve the standards required for the award. A pre-study course may be necessary.