MSc Finance and Analytics

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Oxford Brookes University

Program Overview

The MSc Finance and Analytics at Oxford Brookes University is designed for students who want to combine strong financial knowledge with modern data and analytical skills. It suits graduates and professionals aiming for careers in finance, investment, business analytics, or FinTech, and focuses on turning complex financial data into clear, strategic insights.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 / Core Studies
You begin by developing a solid grounding in finance and analytical thinking through modules such as Core Concepts in Finance, where you learn to interpret financial statements, markets, and instruments. Investment and Asset Management introduces portfolio construction and risk management using professional tools like Bloomberg, while Emerging Financial Technologies explores how AI, digital finance, and new technologies are transforming financial services.

Applying Analytics and Professional Skills
As the programme progresses, the focus shifts toward data-driven decision-making. In The Practice of Data Analysis and Business Analytics, you work with real datasets, learning statistical analysis, data modelling, and visualisation using tools such as Python, SQL, and cloud platforms. Alongside this, Developing Skills for Leadership and Employability strengthens your communication, teamwork, and leadership skills for professional environments.

Final Project and Applied Learning
In the final stage, the Applied Project allows you to investigate a finance or analytics problem in depth, applying both technical and theoretical knowledge to a real-world context. Optional modules such as Business Intelligence or Corporate Finance, as well as opportunities for work placements or international study experiences, help you tailor the degree to your career ambitions.

Focus areas: finance and financial markets, investment and asset management, business and financial analytics, data modelling and visualisation, emerging financial technologies

Learning outcomes: ability to analyse and interpret complex financial data, apply analytical tools to business problems, use industry-standard platforms such as Bloomberg and Python, and demonstrate leadership and professional skills

Professional alignment (accreditation): The programme is delivered by Oxford Brookes Business School and integrates industry-relevant tools and practices, with strong links to professional finance and analytics standards

Reputation (employability rankings): Oxford Brookes University is recognised for teaching quality and graduate employability and features in major UK and global rankings such as QS, Guardian, and other official league tables

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The MSc Finance and Analytics at Oxford Brookes University is designed to be hands-on from the start, helping you build practical skills that employers genuinely look for. Throughout the course, you’ll work with real financial data, industry-standard software, and applied projects that reflect how finance and analytics professionals operate in the real world. Teaching takes place in a highly practical environment within Oxford Brookes Business School, where learning is shaped around real business challenges rather than theory alone:

Industry-standard software and tools: You’ll develop practical skills using professional platforms such as Bloomberg, Python, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, and cloud-based analytics tools, all embedded directly into your coursework and assessments.
Bloomberg Trading Suite: You’ll have access to a dedicated Bloomberg facility, allowing you to analyse real-time market data, explore investment decisions, and simulate professional financial analysis in a live trading environment.
Applied group projects: Many modules include collaborative group work, case studies, and data-driven projects that mirror real workplace scenarios and help you build teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Final applied project: The programme concludes with a substantial applied project where you investigate a finance or analytics problem using real datasets, bringing together your technical, analytical, and financial expertise.
Optional work placement: Students choosing the sandwich route can complete a professional work placement, gaining valuable experience in finance, analytics, or related business roles.
International study opportunities: You may have the option to take part in an international business study trip, offering first-hand exposure to global organisations and international financial practices.
Specialist learning facilities: Based at the Headington Campus, you’ll benefit from modern teaching spaces, specialist computing facilities, and the main university library, supporting both independent research and collaborative learning.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Finance and Analytics at Oxford Brookes University are well prepared for careers that sit at the intersection of finance, data, and technology. Alumni commonly progress into roles such as Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Risk Analyst, or Data Analyst, using the strong analytical, financial, and digital skills developed throughout the programme:

Dedicated careers support: Oxford Brookes Careers provides tailored guidance from the start of your course and continues to support you for up to three years after graduation, offering one-to-one career advice, CV and interview coaching, and personalised job-search support.
Employability programmes and events: You’ll benefit from career fairs, employer-led workshops, skills sessions, and networking events that connect you with recruiters and industry professionals in finance, analytics, and business.
Industry engagement and partnerships: The Business School works closely with industry practitioners, giving you access to guest speakers, mentoring opportunities, and real-world insights that help you understand current employer expectations.
Work placement opportunities: By choosing the sandwich route, you can gain valuable professional experience in a finance or analytics-related role, strengthening your employability and industry confidence before you graduate.
Graduate outcomes: Oxford Brookes University consistently achieves strong graduate employment outcomes, with a high proportion of students moving into professional roles or further study shortly after completing their degrees.
Long-term career value: The combination of finance expertise, analytical capability, and digital literacy gained on this programme provides long-term career flexibility across finance, consulting, technology, and data-driven business sectors.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this MSc, you may choose to progress to advanced academic study such as a PhD in finance, business analytics, or a related discipline, or pursue professional qualifications like the CFA or specialist analytics certifications to deepen expertise and support long-term career growth.