MSc Finance

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Bournemouth University

Program Overview

Bournemouth University offers a highly specialized MSc Finance program to equip students with a good understanding of modern financial concepts, markets, and instruments. The one-year duration of the program is suitable for students who wish to pursue a successful career in finance with the right combination of theoretical frameworks and skill sets. The course offers a range of topics in corporate finance, investment appraisal, risk management, and financial markets, preparing graduates for a variety of roles in the financial sector. Students benefit from a curriculum that is geared towards contemporary industry procedures and legislation, gaining confidence to make informed financial decisions in fast-evolving situations.

Curriculum Structure:
MSc Finance in Bournemouth is a balance between rigorous academic fundamentals and real-world application. The course has:

Fundamental modules like Corporate Finance, Financial Markets and Institutions, Investment and Portfolio Management, and Risk Analysis.
Quantitative and analytical education to create high-end data interpretation and decision-making skills.
Case studies and group work imitating real-world financial scenarios, fostering teamwork and strategic thinking.
An individual dissertation or research work, allowing students to work on a finance topic in detail and prove themselves competent.

Accreditation:
This MSc Finance program is professionally accredited and mapped to professional standards and is thus assured of meeting the requirements of leading financial institutions. Your career development and employability in the global finance industry is facilitated by this accreditation.

Campus Location:
Bournemouth University is based in the vibrant seaside resort town of Bournemouth, UK. The campus has modern facilities, specialist finance laboratories, and close links with UK and international financial institutions, providing a good learning experience.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The MSc Finance at Bournemouth University is designed to make finance feel real, practical, and career-focused from day one. You won’t just study financial theory — you’ll actively apply it using industry-style tools, real datasets, and collaborative projects that mirror how finance teams work in the real world. Teaching is closely linked to current market practice, and much of your learning takes place in modern facilities that support hands-on analysis, teamwork, and independent research.

As your knowledge builds, this practical approach naturally extends into applied tasks, collaborative work, and professional skill development:

Financial software & digital tools: You’ll use advanced financial databases and analytical platforms for market analysis, investment evaluation, and financial decision-making, helping you build confidence with tools commonly used in the finance industry.
Group-based projects: Core units include team projects where you work on real-world financial problems such as corporate finance decisions, risk analysis, and investment strategy — strengthening both technical and teamwork skills.
Applied assessments: Many assessments are practical and scenario-based, including financial reports, data-driven analysis, and presentations that reflect professional finance roles.
Dedicated learning spaces: You’ll study in specialist computer labs designed for quantitative and financial analysis, giving you hands-on access to finance-focused software throughout the course.
Research-led learning: Your final project allows you to explore a finance topic in depth, using real data and academic research methods under expert supervision.
Library & learning resources: The university’s extensive library provides access to financial journals, market reports, company data, and specialist finance texts to support both coursework and independent study.
Career-focused exposure: Guest lectures, live case studies, and employer-informed teaching ensure your learning stays aligned with what finance employers are actively looking for in graduates.

Overall, the MSc Finance at Bournemouth University gives you far more than classroom knowledge — it equips you with practical experience, industry awareness, and the confidence to step straight into finance-focused roles after graduation.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Individualised support is provided by the university's specialist Careers and Employability team, which includes:

Individual career guidance and planning specifically related to finance careers.
Individual CV writing, interview skills, and networking techniques workshops specially tailored for the financial sector.
Access to employer presentations, recruitment exercises, and job fairs focusing on finance and banking sectors.

Employability:
Graduates in Bournemouth MSc Finance enjoy excellent employability in investment banking, financial analysis, corporate finance, risk management, and financial advisory. Alumni have gone on to work for leading companies in the UK and abroad, as well as in financial regulatory bodies and consultancy organizations.

Academic Progression:
After completing MSc Finance, students can choose to continue adding additional skills by pursuing professional qualifications like CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst), ACCA, or CIMA, or additional doctoral studies or MBA studies in order to progress their knowledge and leadership skills in finance.