Master of Science [M.Sc] [Banking and Finance] From Newcastle University

Worldwide growth in the financial services sector has furthered the demand for students withÊspecialist skillsÊandÊcompetenciesÊinÊbankingandÊfinance. The course is responsive to trends and issues in global financial services industries and the demand for specialist skills in banking.Ê

The MSc will develop your skills and practical understanding of:

• the role of banks in aÊmodern economyÊ
• the operational behaviour of banks, financial markets and investorsÊ
• contemporary debates inÊinternational financial markets

You will take part inÊmasterclassesÊdelivered by industry professionals. The course covers the following areas:

• applied econometricsÊ
• central bankingÊ
• financial derivativesÊ
• financial theory and corporate policyÊ
• international finance and risk modellingÊ
• introductory econometricsÊ
• research methods in economics and financeÊ
• retail and investment banking

You will also complete a writtenÊdissertationÊon a relevant topic of your choice. This will either be research-based or practice-based. It is designed so that you can demonstrate the understanding and skills you have gained from the course in the context of a detailed study of a management or business issue.ÊYou will beÊsupportedÊthrough research study skills modules and experienced research supervisors.