MSc in Banking and Finance - Leicester - Leicestershire - University of Leicester - I22315

This degree uses the analytical approach of Economics to develop the methods used in modern banking and finance and the assessment of their impact on business firms. The course offers a comprehensive training in the principles of banking and finance to provide a foundation for a wide range of professional activities.

Entry requirements Students should have a good second class honours degree or equivalent from a recognised university.

MSc in Banking and Finance

Course modules
Core:

-Principles of Banking
-Principles of Finance
-Corporate Finance
-Quantitative Methods for Business and Finance
-Financial Risk Management
-Financial Statement Analysis
-Dissertation

Option modules (two from the following):

-Financial Derivatives
-Fixed Income Securities
-Financial Systems and Economic Performance
-International Money and Finance
-Financial Econometrics
-Game Theory

Teaching and assessment methods

Teaching is by a variety of lectures and seminars. Assessment is by written examination, assessed coursework, presentation, and a dissertation. The percentage of the final mark awarded for the continuously assessed component varies across modules. There are eight taught modules examined in January and June followed by a