MBA - Global Banking & Finance - MBA en Banca y Finanzas Globales
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In the aftermath of the 2007-2009 financial crisis, most organisations in finance, banking and insurance are undergoing major changes. These organisations are actively seeking postgraduates who are disciplined in these fields. Westminster Business School is one of just a handful of UK universities to offer a postgraduate degree in Finance, Banking and Insurance, with the opportunity to undertake an 8-week internship as part of the course.
The MSc in Finance, Banking and Insurance will enable students to pursue a wide range of careers in the financial services industry and to study further for professional institute exams. This year-long full-time programme is designed for students who want to work in the areas of finance, international finance, financial services, investment banking, retail banking, insurance, re-insurance and hedged funds as private client advisors and financial analysis both in the public and private sectors.
You should normally hold a first degree from a recognised institution (minimum Lower Second Class Honours) in accounting, finance, insurance, economics, business studies or social science, or international equivalent. Graduates with other UK Honours degrees (minimum lower second class) or the overseas equivalent are required to provide evidence of quantitative skills and computer literacy. Applications from students with a UK or overseas professional accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, etc) are also encouraged. Students whose first language is not English will need an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum score of 6 in each element.
Course content
The course is designed to give you an essential understanding of the characteristics of the finance, banking and insurance markets. It begins by giving a thorough understanding of these markets before allowing students to broaden their knowledge through the selection of option modules.
CORE MODULES
Compliance and Law in Banking and Insurance
Global Banking
Insurance Markets and Operations
International Risk Management
Modern Finance
Research Methods
Project
OPTION MODULES
Advanced Topics in Insurance Markets
Banking Risk and Operations
Financial Derivatives
Financial Markets and Institutions
Fixed Income Analysis and Trading
Forecasting Markets and Risk Modelling
International Financial Reporting
Modern Portfolio Management
The majority of graduates will go into successful careers in the areas of finance, international finance, financial services, investment banking, retail banking, insurance, re-insurance and hedged funds as private client advisors and financial analysis both in the public and private sectors.