Develop the skills to manage wealth, investment and risk on a global scale.
The modern financial sector is dynamic, data-driven and global – with innovation driving wealth creation and economic progress. This highly specialised course provides you with the analytical tools and professional insight to excel in private banking, portfolio management and financial advisory, while balancing opportunity with responsibility.
Discover more about what makes Regent's special.
This course provides you with the knowledge, technical expertise and personal skills to thrive in global finance, investment management and private banking. You'll explore how wealth is built, managed and preserved across changing markets, and combine advanced financial theory with practical, hands-on learning.
You’ll study portfolio diversification, asset allocation, risk management and alternative investments, alongside client relationship management, taxation and ethical financial planning – preparing you to work confidently with high-net-worth individuals and institutions.
Classes simulate real-world financial environments, giving you access to platforms such as LSEG Workspace (ex-Refinitiv Eikon) and Datastream to analyse markets, test strategies and evaluate portfolios using industry recognised tools.
In your second term, you’ll join an immersive five-week trading bootcamp with industry experts at AmplifyMe – gaining practical experience and the opportunity for additional diploma qualifications. You’ll also take part in a three-day UK trip designed to enhance your leadership and teamwork skills through hands-on collaboration.
Industry access is embedded throughout – with guest lectures, workshops and networking events connecting you to professionals from leading firms like J.P. Morgan, Barclays, BlackRock and Goldman Sachs.
You’ll graduate a confident, ethical and globally minded professional – ready to navigate the complexities of modern finance and deliver lasting value.
Studying in the heart of London, you’ll gain exposure to one of the world’s most dynamic centres for investment and banking – connecting you with financial networks, global institutions and expert professionals. Previously, students have:
We put you in the driving seat, making sure you have access to all the support and opportunities you need. You’ll benefit from:
This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) – allowing you to register for an additional professional qualification. Registering with the CMI gives you access to a range of opportunities, detailed below, and means (if successful) you’ll gain a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice.
This can fast-track your professional development – helping you to quickly become a Chartered Manager (CMgr).
Please note, this is an opt-in arrangement and isn't automatic. You’ll be invited to a seminar in your first few weeks, that provides more information and enables you to register, if you wish.
Applying to Regent's is quick and easy. We accept direct applications year-round and there's no application fee. If you haven't received your exam results, you can still apply and we'll issue you with a conditional offer. You just need be clear in your application which qualifications you're currently studying for.
During the application process, you'll have the chance to upload supporting documents, including:
Credit transfer
If you’ve already studied part of your degree elsewhere, you may be able to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and join your new course at an advanced entry point. To apply for RPL, you'll need to state this clearly in your application and provide us with the certificates, transcripts and module descriptions for your previous course.
You can expect to receive a decision on your application within 10 working days. We'll assess whether you meet our entry requirements and will notify you of our decision via email. UCAS applicants will also receive official notification via the UCAS system.
For some of our courses, the selection process may include an interview or audition. They can take the form of a one-to-one interview, a group interview or a portfolio review, which may be conducted by telephone or online. Arrangements of these are made between you and the Admissions department.
If you wish to accept your offer, you must pay your (non-refundable) advance tuition fee deposit. This will confirm your place. Here's how.
Closer to the start of term, our Admissions team will send instructions regarding your registration process. This will include information on completing your online enrolment before you arrive, as well as a checklist of documents you'll need to bring with you to campus.
If you're an overseas student, you'll likely require a visa to study in the UK. Here's how to apply.
There are a wide variety of funding and scholarship opportunities to help you finance your studies. For more information, please visit our scholarships and funding page.
This course is eligible for the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for India, offering £8,000 off first-year tuition fees for a limited number of students joining Regent's from India in September 2026.
This course is eligible for the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for India, offering £8,000 off first-year tuition fees for a limited number of students joining Regent's from India in September 2026. Visit our scholarships and funding page for details about this and other scholarships available to all students.
Tuition fee:
Non-refundable advance deposit:
September 2026 start:
Read more about tuition fees.
When do I need to pay?
If you receive an offer for a course, you’ll receive a pro forma invoice. To accept your offer and secure your place, pay your deposit payment as soon as possible.
The remaining portion of your first year’s tuition fees will be due when you enrol. At this time, you’ll receive your invoice for the full year. You can choose to pay for the year in full before the start of your first academic year or in two instalments, spread out across the academic year. The dates of these instalments will be determined by when your course starts.
What do fees include?
Fees cover the cost of all tuition and access to the University’s IT infrastructure and library learning resources. Fees are presented for the first level of study which equates to two terms.
What other costs should I budget for?
You will need to budget additional funds for accommodation and living expenses, travel, and any additional trips, visits, activities or courses that you choose to participate in outside of the tuition offered as part of your course.
The library holds a limited number of copies of core textbooks and where possible in e-format. You will be encouraged to purchase your own textbooks and will need to budget approximately £80-£100 per year, depending on your course.
At Regent's, you’ll have the freedom to explore your interests in a dynamic, supportive and collaborative environment with interactive classes, industry opportunities, specialist facilities and tailored careers advice – ensuring you develop the skills, experience and confidence you need to secure your dream job.
You’ll pair academic knowledge with hands-on experiences – exploring current issues and proposing solutions to real challenges. Classes incorporate:
Based in London, you'll also have opportunities to meet industry leaders and employers through guest lectures, live briefs, events and field trips.
You’ll have 14 hours per week of timetabled teaching. Outside your classes, you'll work on assignments both independently and collaboratively with classmates. This involves further reading, research and reflection, as well as preparation for workshops and assessments.
You'll be taught by financial leaders and research-active academics who are active members of professional bodies such the CFA, ACCA and CMI. Their knowledge and experience ensure classes are always shaped by the latest technologies and trends.
You’ll also attend guest lectures with leading businesses and brands, and be allocated an Academic Advisor, who you’ll meet with regularly on a one-to-one basis.
You’ll be assessed via projects, reports, plans, pitches, presentations and live and simulated briefs. It's important to us that your learning is inclusive, engaging and authentic – that’s why our assessment types are varied, dynamic and built around real-world ways of working.
We welcome and support students with a wide range of disabilities and health concerns. Please speak to us as soon as possible, so we can provide the help you need.
We're interested in your potential, as well as your prior achievements – and we review each application comprehensively on its own merit. You'll need one of the following qualifications:
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning
We also welcome applications from students who don't meet our usual entry requirements. To be accepted for exceptional entry, you must:
You'll need to provide us with:
This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis, by academic referral only.
For more guidance on international entry requirements, visit our international students page.
Minimum English proficiency requirement through one of the following qualifications (or equivalent):
| Qualification | Subject | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| GSCE* | English | C (4) |
| IB SL or HL* | English A | 4 |
| IB HL* | English B | 5 |
| US HSD (studied in a majority English-speaking country)* | Grade 11 and above in English | C |
| IELTS* | Academic | Overall score of 6.5, with 5.5 or above in each component |
| UG degree | From English-speaking countries – defined by the UKVI | Second class |
Please note, we do not accept home/online editions of English language tests.
We also offer our conditional offer holders a free, online diagnostic test known as Password Skills Plus. This must be booked in advance. Discover more.
*Qualification satisfies the English language requirements of the UKVI for non-UK/Irish nationals.
You’ll graduate with the skills to become a successful wealth and asset manager, able to provide effective financial planning solutions that meet the needs of high-net-worth clients. You’ll know how to invest, manage funds, maximise capital and evaluate strategic financial options while managing risk in a fast-moving global market.
With expertise across the wider financial industry, you’ll have opportunities to work across international markets in fields such as:
Our alumni are currently working at leading firms including:
After you've completed your course, you may be eligible to apply for a Graduate visa. This enables you to work, or look for work, in the UK for up to 18 months after you leave Regent's, without the pressure of having to secure a job immediately – applying your skills and advancing your career with valuable experiences and industry connections.
Feeling overwhelmed about your career path? Our Careers team is here to provide tailored advice and support every step of the way, as well as lifelong access to invaluable resources.
This is a full-time course, comprising three terms of study.
| Module title | |
|---|---|
| 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 these investments (financing decision)? How can a firm manage its day-to-day cash and financial decisions (short term financial planning)? And, finally, how should a firm return cash to its shareholders (the dividend decision)? This module will give you an insight into the techniques used in corporate finance and how they can be applied in real world situations. It will broaden your thinking skills relating to the concepts of corporate finance and how they are deployed to make sound investment decisions. You’ll develop your analytical skills as you explore value, risk, capital budgeting, portfolio theory, dividend policy, capital structure, derivatives, merger and acquisition and learn to make financial decisions within a firm based on an informed, critical and ethical approach – highlighting possible implications. |
| Financial Statements Analysis & Valuation | This module focuses on the use of financial statements, particularly for company analysis and valuation. You’ll examine how investors use statements to analyse companies and develop a high level of critical thinking when viewing company information. You’ll see accounting come to life as you apply your skills to real life valuation issues – critically engaging with reporting and accounting policies; their effect on financial statements; and the process of analysing a financial statement from an investment perspective. |
| Investments and Portfolio Management | This module provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the theories, applications and decision-making rules in financial investments. In particular, the investment decision making process, its theoretical basis and the practical approaches to managing investment portfolios of financial assets. This knowledge is crucial as portfolio managers should have the ability to efficiently handle the tools needed to select assets, manage risk and construct optimal portfolios. On completion, you’ll have the capacity for a career in investment management, financial analysis, financial planning and portfolio management. You’ll develop an integrated portfolio management plan including equities, fixed income assets and alternative investments reflecting the goals, risk tolerance and circumstances of individual and institutional investors. |
| Quantitative Research Methods for Finance | The main objective of this module is to provide you with an understanding and appreciation of the ideas behind qualitative and quantitative research, as well as what they involve in practical terms and of what they can produce. You'll be taught how to apply the basic elements of research methods to your own work and consider the ethical implications – enabling you to critically examine and reflect upon a variety of finance related research projects. Upon completion, you’ll be able to demonstrate awareness of the most used research methods, both quantitative and qualitative, suitable for conducting your own original research for your dissertation. You’ll also be ready to critically appraise a finance-based project and carry out research activities with a fair degree of autonomy. |
| Financial Econometrics | Proper implementation of statistical tools and correct interpretation of the results are fundamental for having a professional career in the financial sector. This module introduces you to the fundamental concepts of econometrics and its practicality in analysing financial data. You'll receive a deep understanding of why econometrics is necessary; master the basic theories of estimation methods and statistical inference; illustrate their application in finance; and implement them using industry statistical software and professional financial databases. You’ll also develop transferable key skills, such as analysis – able to critically assess and communicate empirical findings reported in finance literature and apply them to your own work. |
| International Finance & Economics | This module serves as a stand-alone course for those interested in understanding the issues of international finance and international economics. First, you’ll be introduced to the main theories of international trade – focusing on the politics of world trade and the macroeconomic issues of international economics (such as the balance of payments, models of exchange rate and interest rate determination). Secondly, you’ll examine the issues in international policy – specifically the role of international financial markets; the global monetary system; and the optimum currency zones, with a special focus on the EU case. You’ll discover how to respond to changes in the international financial environment and critically explain the impact of the global economy on business conduct and performance, as well as the effects of business actions on the global economy. |
| Wealth Management | This module is designed to teach you the professional financial planning processes required to manage personal finance, credit, investment and other wealth management tasks. In particular, it will enable you to understand the investment processes and asset management in private banking. The fundamental principles of investment products such as structured products, capital protection, hedge funds, funds of funds and real estate will be covered extensively, along with the new fintech products. You’ll learn to understand high net worth clients’ needs, their ethical considerations and their preferences and perceptions of risk and returns – able to offer tailored and applicable solutions in line with tax, ethical and regulatory requirements. |
| Financial Risk Management | There’s a degree of risk associated with investments and, because the return to any investment is directly linked to risk, it should be managed optimally – identified, measured and assessed in line with the goals of the business. A risk management process needs to be effective in identifying, assessing and controlling the various risk exposures, maintaining a symmetry between expected returns and possible negative outcomes. With the complex nature of investment management firms and investment portfolios, sophisticated risk management techniques have been developed to provide analysts with the necessary tools to properly measure and manage various risks. Upon successful completion of this module, you’ll be able to answer the following questions: what is an effective process for identifying, measuring, and managing risk? Which risks are worth taking on a regular basis, which are worth taking occasionally, and which should be avoided altogether? How can our success in risk taking be evaluated? What information should be reported to investors and other stakeholders concerning the risk of an enterprise or a portfolio? |
| Dissertation | The MSc dissertation is the most important element of the MSc Finance courses. It’s an independent piece of research that focuses on the selection and analysis of a topic, the design of the research, and the way in which it’s executed and presented. It offers a unique opportunity for you to showcase your personal, intellectual and professional development based on the skills, knowledge and capabilities developed during the course. The objective is to absorb, critically evaluate, apply and build on existing knowledge in a systematic manner within the chosen topic – developing and documenting your skills, capabilities, attitudes and qualities, and providing future employers with clear and unequivocal evidence that you can deliver leadership, innovation and productivity in today’s research-influenced global environments. This module is supported by the module Quantitative Research Methods in Finance, which is considered an integral part of the overall process of the dissertation. |
‘What I found unique about this course is that the contents is similar to a classic finance masters, but more focused on quantitative research, data and analytics, with the benefit of practical work tailored to our specialism.’ Vanessa Reber, MSc Finance, Investment and Wealth Management alumna
