International Finance and Banking MSc

Program Overview

International Finance and Banking MSc

Overview

The International Finance and Banking MSc will equip you with the practical and technical skills needed to work anywhere in the world as a self-employed financial consultant, financial analyst/manager or venture capitalist in a multinational company, financial institution or government setting.

Course Structure

• Duration: 1 year
• Attendance: Full-time - January 2026, Full-time - September 2025, Full-time - September 2026
• UK Fees: £14,700 *
• International Fees: £15,500 *
• Alumni Discount: See details
• Campus: Marylebone, Central London

Course Summary

The course will be of interest if you already work in the financial markets and are seeking career progression, or if you don’t have a traditional background in finance but wish to change careers.

Top Reasons to Study with Us

• Access to one of the largest financial databases in our state-of-the-art Bloomberg virtual trading room
• Opportunity to undertake an internship – one student recently spent a summer at Santander in Madrid
• Guest lectures from industry practitioners – recent talks featured a senior business manager from Barclays and a seasoned entrepreneur
• Field trips to financial institutions – students recently had a guided tour of the new Bloomberg HQ in London
• Structured orientation programme to meet students and staff and find your way around campus

Programme Recognition

Our course was designed with input from a range of industry professionals with expertise in financial markets, institutions and financial regulation.

Course Modules

Core Modules

• Capstone Project: This Capstone Project module within the School of Finance and Accounting PG programme offers you the opportunity to gain research methods knowledge and development skills as well as knowledge of how to undertake a work-based project. (40 credits)
• Financial Risk Management: This module examines the structure of the financial markets and institutions and examines the different types of risk faced by these organisations and how these are managed. (20 credits)
• Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation: Financial statements provide the most widely available data on public corporation’s economic performance to investors, debt holders and others. (20 credits)
• Global Banking and Lending: This module will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the key banking activities and challenges, as well as solutions to those challenges. (20 credits)
• Global Entrepreneurial Finance: This module is designed to provide students with a robust understanding of some key aspects of entrepreneurial finance in the international (or global) context. (20 credits)
• International Financial Management: Doing business in the international arena and understanding the complexity of international transactions has many challenging aspects. (20 credits)
• Wealth Management: This module develops students’ ability to provide advice on financial planning, portfolio management, taxation, pensions and other aggregated financial services for individuals. (20 credits)

Optional Modules

• Banking Technology: This module provides students with a rigorous introduction to the key aspects of FinTech and to understand the transformational impact of this on the global banking sector. (20 credits)
• Behavioural Finance: This module explores the human and psychological influences on financial decision-making and market behaviour. (20 credits)
• Compliance and Banking Law: This module offers a detailed examination of the legal principles, regulation, compliance and supervision that applies to domestic and international banks. (20 credits)
• Financial Modelling: This module provides an overview of econometric modelling and statistical inference, focusing on the development of applications derived from this financial framework. (20 credits)
• Sustainability in Finance with ESG: This module provides an in-depth exploration of sustainability in finance, with a strong focus on the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into financial decision-making processes. (20 credits)

Professional Recognition

The MSc International Finance and Banking programme is accredited by the Chartered Banker Institute (CBI). Graduates of the MSc International Finance and Banking course with the required option module of Compliance and Banking Law will qualify for the Associate Chartered Banker Status.

Entry Requirements

• UK: A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2). Relevant degree disciplines include finance, economics, business studies or management. Applicants may be accepted based on their professional qualifications or extensive work experience in the global financial services sector. If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.
• International: A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2). Relevant degree disciplines include finance, economics, business studies or management. Applicants may be accepted based on their professional qualifications or extensive work experience in the global financial services sector. If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.

Fees and Funding

• UK Tuition Fee: £14,700 (Price per academic year)
• International Tuition Fee: £15,500 (Price per academic year)
• Alumni Discount: This course is eligible for an alumni discount. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply by visiting our Alumni discounts page.
• Funding: There is a range of funding available that may help you fund your studies, including Student Finance England (SFE).
• Scholarships: The University is dedicated to supporting ambitious and outstanding students and we offer a variety of scholarships to eligible postgraduate students.

Careers

This degree can lead to a global career in banking, finance, insurance, investments and a variety of other roles in financial analysis, management, public administration and accountancy. You may even decide to start your own business venture.

Course Team

• Dr Xin Li: Senior Lecturer in Finance
• Dr Masar Hadla: Senior Lecturer
• Dr Issam Malki: Reader
• Dr Sudha Mathew: Senior Lecturer
• Dr Ali Sahin: Senior Lecturer
• Dr Sheeja Sivaprasad: Principal Lecturer in Finance
• Dr Kristina Vasileva: Assistant Head of School

Facilities

• The Learning Platform
• Lecture theatres
• Library
• Bloomberg Financial Market Suite
• Digital Marketing Lab
• Meeting spaces
• Cafe

Supporting You

• Study support – workshops, 1-2-1 support and online resources to help improve your academic and research skills
• Personal tutors – support you in fulfilling your academic and personal potential
• Student advice team – provide specialist advice on a range of issues including funding, benefits and visas
• Extra-curricular activities – volunteering opportunities, sports and fitness activities, student events and more

Course Location

Our Marylebone Campus has benefitted from a multi-million-pound refurbishment resulting in new workshops, digital studios and development of the Marylebone Library. The campus is home to Westminster Business School and our award-winning Architecture, Planning and Tourism courses.