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Comments about MSc in Banking and Finance - At the institution - Leicester - Leicestershire
Objectives
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
Entry requirements Students should have a good second class honours degree or equivalent from a recognised university.
Academic title
MSc in Banking and Finance
Course description
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