Financial Economics MSc

Explore new advances in financial economics through economic theory and applied quantitative methods to uncover a variety of dynamic and rewarding employment opportunities. You will develop an advanced and balanced understanding of modern economic theory as it relates to the ever-changing world of finance.<br/><br/>We help you develop new and existing skills, significantly enhance your specialist knowledge and prepare you for relevant work.<br/>You gain exposure to the regulatory and policy aspects of finance with world-class academic training in theory, quantitative methods and a selection of applied modules.<br/><br/>Our teaching covers areas including financial markets, the roles of major financial institutions and deep empirical investigations.<br/>A developed understanding of modern economic theory relevant to financial topics gives you a wide perspective to inform your future ambitions.<br/>The dissertation track of this Masters in Financial Economics course is also an ideal pathway to an Economics or Finance PhD.<br/><br/>This course will appeal if you want to specialise in either finance or economics after completing an undergraduate degree, or if you want to refocus your interests as a mid-career professional.<br/><br/>It will help to prepare you for rewarding potential careers in roles including quantitative analyst or financial economist.