MSc in Finance

Shaping success in business & finance

A career-defining finance degree

Middle East (10%)

UK/Europe (72%)

Asia Pacific (7%)

Americas (7%)

Africa (4%)

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MSc in FinanceStudents who apply for the MSc in Finance aspire to boost their existing careers in the financial sector, in such areas as investment and commercial banking, asset management, financial services and consulting, or with corporate finance positions within international organisations. A high level of commitment is required from applicants as this programme is only offered on a full-time basis.

Successful applicants will study towards a MSc in Finance from the triple-accredited institution, Grenoble Graduate School of Business (GGSB) Triple-accreditation is an honour shared by less than 1% of the world’s elite business schools.

AMBA (Association of MBAs)EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System)AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)

Studying with LSBF allows you to undertake a top European finance degree and study in the heart of Central London, with major financial institutions and blue-chip companies all around you. You’ll be taught by industry-experienced lecturers and with students from more than 150 countries at LSBF, you’ll have fantastic networking opportunities. The degree offers a blend of academic excellence and hands-on skills and you’ll also have the opportunity to tailor your degree to match your career objectives, with specialist modules that complement the core finance topics.

Company-based LearningYou can devote up to one year of the MSc in Finance programme to company-based learning. Spending time in a real-life business environment will allow you to put into practice the knowledge and skills acquired on the course. You will work with LSBF’s Careers and Corporate division, to find the right work placement for you.

Final Management ProjectYour second year will involve completing a final management project, with supervision from an experienced tutor. We recommend that you choose a subject related to your career for the project, which you can undertake while you work, in London or abroad.

Dual ProgrammesDual programmes from LSBF give you the chance to combine your degree with a professional qualification, such as ACCA, CIMA, CFA® and CIM. It’s a powerful combination that gives you a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Programme MissionThe MSc in Finance programme is designed to:

Gives you an advanced understanding of finance – based on new developments in financial theory and practice, as well as international perspectives

Equip you for a career in banking, financial services or for gaining corporate finance positions (at managerial level) within international organisations

Provide the business community with highly qualified executives in financial management, with strong technical knowledge, an understanding of the strategic impact of financial decisions and the interpersonal skills necessary to manage in a global environment.

Ranking The MSc in Finance from GGSB is ranked 9th worldwide in the 2012 Financial Times Pre-experience Masters in Finance Rankings

From 58 MSc students (Oct 2010 and Oct 2011 London intakes)

Class Profile The MSc in Finance offers the experience of an international classroom, and an environment that reflects the diverse global marketplace.

• Cash Management and Bank Relations• Strategic Performance Control

Corporate Finance (Grenoble Campus)

• Financial Modelling using VBA• Bloomberg Trading

IT Tools for Market Finance (London Campus)

Programme Structure

• Corporate Finance and Investment Decisions• Economics for Finance• Accounting and Finance Statements Analysis• Quantitative Methods for Finance

*All specialisations are available subject to student demand.

Stage 1 The Fundamentals of Finance

• Management Control System• Audit and Risk Management• Mergers & Acquisitions and Company Valuation• International Financial Management• Ethics, Professional Standards and Corporate Governance

Stage 2 Mastering Financial Management

• Derivatives• Fixed Income Investment• Financial Restructuring, LBOs and Venture Capital• Asset Management• Advanced Financial Statement Analysis

Stage 3 Advanced Finance

• Specialist Elective Modules (see below)Stage 4 Electives

• Research Methodology and Dissertation WorkshopStage 5 Capstone Course

Content

• Fundamentals of Islamic Finance• Islamic Banking• Islamic Capital Markets

Islamic Finance (Grenoble Campus)

• Principles of Microfinance• Operational Management of a Microfinance Institution• Financial Management of a Microfinance Institution

Microfinance (Grenoble Campus)

ContentSpecialist Elective Modules*

Core Modules

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SALARYAFTER GRADUATION

> £ 40,000 (18.2%)

£ 33,000 - £ 40,000 (31.8%)

£ 25,000 - £ 33,000 (27.3%)

< £ 25,000 (22.7%)

Salary after graduationAt the time of the survey, 95% of the MSc students intending to work after their degree had found a job, of which 46.3% had a contract before graduation. As 81% of graduates are working across the globe, salary level should be compared to regional buying power. However, 50% of MSc students are earning an annual salary of over £33,000.

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Key FactsDuration Full-time (24 Months): 12 months on campus, 12 months international study and/or work placement

CampusLondon

Start DateOctober

ApplicationTo apply or for further information:Visit LSBF.org.ukEmail info@LSBF.org.ukCall +44 (0) 20 7823 2303

What do I need to enrol?Documents Complete online application form Certified copies of relevant certificates/transcripts Copy of passport CV / résumé in English Three essays (500 words each) focusing on your academic and professional experience Two letters of recommendation (Employer or Academic)

Qualifications Strong undergraduate degree from a recognised university (assessed by GGSB admission board) GMAT is not an obligatory requirement, but is considered an advantage and may be required for some applications (Target score 550)

English proficiency options TOEFL - 94 (minimum: L-21, R-22, S-23, W-21) IELTS - 6.5 (6.0 minimum in each component) PTE - 63 (51 minimum in each component) Experience Work experience is not an obligatory requirement, but is considered an advantage For more information on this programme and the entry requirements, please get in touch with one of our advisors