This programme is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). If you join the Institute as a student member and complete the mapped modules, you will receive a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice on completion of your degree.
This specialist degree offers the rigorous training and applied insights needed to work in today’s financial markets.
Core modules will develop your understanding of the wider financial industry. Pathway modules will teach you how to apply this core financial knowledge to address key issues within your specialist sector.
This integrated structure will help you understand the different financial sectors and train you to evaluate strategic options within an applied setting.
The Banking & Fintech pathway focuses on the impact of technological disruption within the banking sector. You will examine and analyse the purpose and principles of the financial innovation and fintech sector. Topics covered include financial innovation, cryptocurrency, cognitive computing, big data and risk management.
Classes are designed to simulate a real-life experience of the financial industry. You’ll benefit from hands-on training, including access to the University’s Thomson Reuters Eiken Terminals, Bloomberg L.P Terminals, Datastream including Worldscope databases and a dedicated trading room.
This degree will train you to become a financial player who has the knowledge and skills to work across international markets. Prospective careers include assets and wealth management, investment banking, financial risk management and financial technology.
You can choose to start in either January or September. A course starting in September will last 12 months, while starting in January will last 16 months.
| Module Title | Overview |
|---|---|
| Corporate Finance |
Financial managers are asked to address the following questions: What long term investments should a firm undertake (capital budgeting decision). How should cash be raised for the required investments (financing decision). How could a firm manage its day-to-day cash and financial decisions (short term financial planning). How should a firm return cash to its shareholders (the dividend decision). The module aims to: • Enable you to have an insight into the techniques used in corporate finance and how they can be applied in real world situations. • Broaden your thinking skills relating to the concepts of corporate finance and how they are deployed to the making of investment decisions. • Develop your analytical skills on the notions of value, risk, capital budgeting, portfolio theory, dividend policy, capital structure, derivatives, merger and acquisition and other related topics to corporate finance. • Prepare you to interpret and make financial decisions within a firm based on an informed, critical and ethical approach. • Enable you define ethical considerations and implications of the financial decision. |
| Financial Econometrics | The module will introduce students to the fundamental concepts of econometrics and its usefulness in analysing financial data. It is designed to give a deep understanding of why econometrics is necessary and to provide students with a working ability with basic econometric tools and illustrate their application in finance. Furthermore, proper implementation of statistical tools and accurate interpretation of the results are fundamental for having a professional career in the financial sector. For this goal, this module aims to offer the students to master (i) the fundamental idea and basic theories of estimation and statistical inference, (ii) a variety of estimation methods that are useful for analysing financial data, and (iii) the practical skills of implementing these methods using statistical software. |
| Financial Statements Analysis and Valuation |
This module is designed to provide MSc students with: (1) the opportunity to critically engage with reporting and accounting policies and their effect on the numbers in financial statements; and (2) financial statement analysis from an investment perspective. While Financial Accounting provides an understanding of the principles and methods for the preparation of financial statements. The module focuses on the use of financial statements, particularly for valuation. Aims: • Critically engage with financial accounting; • Provide the relevant technical skills on company valuation • Take an in-depth look at how reporting and the choice of accounting policies by firms affect the numbers in financial statements; • Examine how investors use financial statements to analyse companies; • Develop a high level of critical thinking in students when viewing company information, specifically accounting information; • Gain an understanding that accounting is information and like all forms of information, students should realize that certain assumptions are imbedded in the information. Thus, to be able to critically examine accounting statements, students must consider the assumptions that those accounting statements are based upon. |
| International Finance and Economics |
This module serves as a stand-alone course for those interested in understanding the issues of international finance and international economics. In the first part of the module you will be introduced to the main theories of international trade. We then focus on the politics of world trade and lastly we cover macroeconomic issues of international economics such as the balance of payments and models of exchange rate and interest rate determination. In the last part, you will be introduced to specific issues in international policy, particularly in relation to (i) the role of international financial markets; (ii) the global monetary system; and (iii) optimum currency zones with a special focus on the EU case. This module is directed at future multinational companies’ finance professionals who will be capable of responding to changes in the international financial environment and as such the main goals are M-level mastery of theoretical and applied knowledge in each field at higher levels. |
| Investments and Portfolio Management | This module provides a comprehensive coverage of basic theories, applications and decision-making rules in financial investments. In particular, the module is focusing on the investment decision making process, and especially the theoretical basis and practical approaches to managing investment portfolios of financial assets. This knowledge is crucial as individuals and portfolio managers should have the ability to handle efficiently the tools needed to select assets, manage risk and construct optimal portfolios. On completion, you will have the skills and knowledge required for a career in investment management, financial analysis, financial planning and portfolio management. |
| Quantitative Research Methods for Finance | The main objective of this module is to provide students with an understanding, appreciation and practice of the guiding ideas behind qualitative and quantitative research. The module will provide guidance in applying the basic elements of research methods, which will enable students to critically examine and reflect upon a variety of finance related research projects. Upon completion you will be able to demonstrate awareness of the most commonly used research methods, both quantitative and qualitative. You will also be able to conduct your own original research as part of your dissertation. Additionally you will have the skills to critically appraise a finance-based project and carry out research activities with a fair degree of autonomy. Finally, the module also considers some ethical aspects of research that students. The first part of this module will be theoretical and the second part will be mostly applied. |
| Module Title | Overview |
|---|---|
| Financial Technology and Innovation |
The aim of this module is to give students a rigorous introduction to all the key aspects of FinTech and financial innovation. This module provides an overview of the current revolution and innovation in financial technology (FinTech) which is disrupting the financial services, making them more efficient, personal and secure. It is designed to provide foundational understanding and insights into Connectivity, Data and Intelligence which are enabling, disrupting and transforming the financial industry. These are artificial intelligence, cognitive computing, blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies, big data and the digital investment space including crowd sourcing, crowd funding and Initial Coin Offerings. |
| Money, Credit and Banking | The module examines a number of theoretical and policy-related topics related to the modern financial system functions. The module is divided into three parts: the first part is devoted to investigating the functions of money as well as the objectives and instruments of monetary policy. The theory and practice of monetary policy in recent years are examined in a global context. The second part of the module aims to analyse the functioning of modern banking industry, in a global and diverse perspective. This part deepens the management of financial institution, banking competition, nonbank finance, financial crises and risk management in banking. Lastly, the third part deals with the fundamentals of why and how banks are regulated. This part critically reviews the sources of banking risk and ethical considerations, the 2007/08 global financial crisis and the evolution of international banking regulation and supervision, with a special focus on Basel regulation. |
| Pathway Dissertation |
The dissertation is an independent piece of research focusing on the selection and analysis of a topic, design of the research, its execution and presentation as a dissertation. It serves as the core integrative and most important element of the MSc Finance & Investment programme. To be awarded the degree of MSc Finance & Investment the student must attain technical mastery in the field of the pathway chosen, be capable of conducting independent scholarly work, and through the dissertation demonstrate a clear critical understanding and reflecting on existing knowledge within Finance & Investment. The dissertation offers the student a unique opportunity for personal, intellectual, and professional development based on the skills, knowledge and capabilities developed during the programme. The students should keep in their mind from the very beginning that their target is to absorb, critically evaluate, apply and build on existing knowledge in a systematic manner within the chosen topic to maximise the benefits from the taught part of the programme. |
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For some of our programmes, the selection process may include an interview. Interviews can take the form of a one-to-one interview or group interview. These are generally conducted on campus but may be conducted by telephone or as a Skype call. Arrangements of these are made between the Admissions Department and the applicant.
You can expect to receive a decision on your application within 10 working days of receipt of your completed application and supporting documents.
We will assess whether you meet our entry requirements and will notify you of the decision via email.
If you wish to accept the offer, please pay the advance tuition fee deposit (non-refundable) to confirm your place.
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Closer to the start of the term the Admissions Team will send information regarding the registration process. This will include information on completing your online enrolment prior to your arrival as well as a checklist of documents you will need to bring with you to fully register onto the programme.
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September 2022 entry: £22,000
January 2023 entry: £23,000
Home/EU students: £1,000
Non-EU students: £4,000
Fees cover the cost of all tuition and access to the University’s IT infrastructure and library learning resources.
You will need to budget additional funds for accommodation and living expenses, travel, and any additional trips, visits, activities or courses (such as Summer programmes) that you choose to participate in outside of the tuition offered as part of the programme.
The library hold a limited number of copies of core text books and where possible in e-format. You will be encouraged to purchase your own text books and will need to budget approximately £80-£100 for the year, depending on your programme of study.
Fees are payable in the following instalments:
Our programme is designed to give you a thorough insight into finance, with a practical approach that can be applied to a future career.
Students are introduced to different perspectives, and encouraged to analyse and interpret information independently. You will also work with diverse and multicultural teams, learning from different perspectives and honing your collaborative skills.
The programme is delivered through:
The taught modules carry a weighting of 10 or 20 credits. Credits relate to the amount of work carried out by an average student to complete a module successfully. Each credit represents approximately 10 hours of work. A module weighted at 10 and 20 credits would therefore involve 100 and 200 learning hours respectively.
In Term 3, you will produce a dissertation, which is a 60 credit module. While you will be expected to manage your time, you should expect to spend around 600 learning hours.
There is an expectation that you will build and supplement your knowledge and skills with your own additional independent learning, as directed by your lecturers. This additional learning will include traditional skills like reading articles, core texts, and other key works.
Our teaching staff have a high level of academic experience, as well as familiarity with the industry. Our professionally qualified staff have worked in a range of fields in Investment Banking, Trading, Energy Trading, Fintech, and Wealth Management in a variety of roles. We also welcome guest lecturers to provide insight into the latest developments in the industry.
Staff on the programme have published in a range of academic journals, authored books and industry publications.
You will also be allocated a personal tutor, who will meet you on a one-to-one basis at various stages throughout the academic year and give you guidance and advice to support your ongoing personal and professional development throughout your studies at Regent’s University London.
Most of the taught modules will have a final exam as a 50% component of the final total module mark combined with another type of assessment.
The assessment will include group and individual projects and case studies that will enable you to be assessed on your ability to create, innovate, and understand current market and industry conditions using live and current data and information.
Module assessments will also include group and individual coursework, presentations, and trading simulation reflective practice portfolio.
We welcome and support students with a wide range of disabilities and health concerns. This includes learning difficulties, visual and hearing impairments, mental health difficulties, autism spectrum conditions, mobility difficulties, and temporary or chronic health conditions.
Our dedicated Disability Officer is here to support you. We ask that you speak with Student Registry and our Disability Officer as early as you can to enable us to support you. Find out more about our disability support and contact us.
A Regent’s education provides you with a high level of personal attention, and this begins from the moment you apply to study with us. We want to understand who you are and what your skills and interests may be – we are interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements. We review each application comprehensively and on its individual merit, considering all of your skills, interests and attributes.
Minimum entry requirements for Level 7 students
One of the following qualifications:
We also welcome applications from candidates who do not meet the essential entry criteria outlined above. In order to be accepted for exceptional entry, you must:
We require proof of English Proficiency. For example, we ask for:
This list is not exhaustive, we will review the English qualifications you have as part of your application and be in contact if we require anything further.
For applicants who wish to improve their English language proficiency, please see our English language courses.
We provide an online English diagnostic test known as the Regent’s English Proficiency Test (REPT). This test must be booked in advance. To find out more information and to book a test, please visit the REPT page. The REPT test is currently free of charge.
The pathways give you the opportunity to tailor your programme to the career you desire. We offer a strong grounding in different aspects of finance, coupled with the option to focus in on a particular interest.
Prospective careers after successful completion of this programme are:
This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). If you choose to join and complete the mapped modules, you will receive a CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice on completion of your degree.
Engaging with Chartered Management Institute (CMI) as a professional body provides a wide range of benefits, which add value to students' learning development in many different ways. Some benefits include:
'What I found unique about this course is that the contents is similar to a classic finance masters but is more focused on quantitative research and analytical aspects, with the additional benefit of a tailored specialism'. Vanessa Reber, MSc Finance & Investment alumnaRead Vanessa's story
