International Financial Management MSc

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Queen Mary University of London

Program Overview

The MSc in International Financial Management at Queen Mary University of London is designed to give you a solid understanding of global finance while also building practical skills you can use in real-world financial settings. It’s perfect for students who want to dive into international markets, investment strategies, and corporate financial decision-making, whether you’re starting out or looking to boost your finance career.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 (Full-Time, 1-Year Programme)
From the start, you’ll engage with core areas like Quantitative Research Methods, learning how to interpret financial data and apply statistical tools to real-world scenarios. In Corporate Finance for Managers, you’ll explore investment decisions, risk management, and capital structure, while Financial Markets and Institutions will help you understand how global markets function and how firms navigate complex regulations.

As the year progresses, you’ll study International Finance, examining the challenges and opportunities faced by multinational corporations, and International Investment Analysis, where you’ll analyse portfolios, valuation models, and securities. Along the way, Applied Empirical Methods will equip you with advanced analytical skills, and your dissertation gives you the chance to research a topic that truly interests you, showing off your independent thinking and expertise.

You’ll also have options to tailor your studies with electives such as Financial Technology to explore blockchain and AI in finance, Financial Reporting to master global accounting, or Digital and Real Asset Analytics for skills in evaluating assets like real estate and cryptocurrencies.

Focus Areas (in a string):

Global financial strategy, investment analysis, corporate finance, financial markets, fintech, quantitative methods, asset management.

Learning Outcomes (in a string):

Understand international financial management concepts, apply quantitative and analytical tools to real-world challenges, communicate findings effectively, use financial technologies, and complete independent research projects.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):

This programme is part of the CFA® Institute University Affiliation Program, aligning its curriculum with CFA professional standards — a great stepping stone if you aim to pursue the CFA Charter. The School of Business and Management is also AACSB accredited, marking it as a top-quality global business school.

Reputation (Employability Rankings):

Queen Mary University of London is a prestigious Russell Group university, ranked around 110th in the world by QS. Graduates are highly sought after by employers, with the School of Business and Management recognized globally for producing career-ready finance professionals.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

On the MSc International Financial Management at Queen Mary University of London, learning goes well beyond lectures. You’ll actively work with real financial data, industry-standard software, and current market information, helping you build the kind of practical skills employers genuinely value. Throughout the programme, you’ll collaborate with classmates on applied tasks, analyse global financial trends using professional tools, and complete a substantial research project that lets you explore a finance topic that truly interests you — all while being supported by Queen Mary’s modern learning facilities and academic expertise.

That hands-on experience comes together through:

Real data analysis using STATA, where you learn to handle financial datasets and apply econometric techniques in modules like Quantitative Research Methods and Applied Empirical Methods
Access to Bloomberg terminals and free Financial Times subscriptions, allowing you to follow live market movements and connect classroom learning to real-world financial events
Group-based seminars and collaborative projects, designed to build teamwork, presentation, and problem-solving skills that mirror how finance professionals work
A supervised dissertation project, giving you the chance to conduct independent research and demonstrate your ability to apply theory to practical financial questions
Purpose-built study and collaboration spaces, including the ThinkPod, ideal for group work, presentations, and professional discussions
Dedicated academic support, with an assigned Academic Advisor guiding your progress and helping you make the most of your learning experience

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the MSc International Financial Management at Queen Mary University of London go on to build successful careers across finance, consulting, and corporate roles worldwide. The programme equips you with the knowledge and practical exposure needed for positions such as Investment Analyst, Financial Analyst, Compliance or Risk Analyst, and Finance Manager, giving you the confidence to step into fast-paced, global work environments. All of this is supported by strong professional alignment and dedicated career guidance, helping you turn your degree into real career momentum:

Dedicated career support: Queen Mary’s Careers & Enterprise service works closely with postgraduate students, offering one-to-one career advice, CV and interview coaching, employer presentations, networking events, and access to internships and graduate roles — all tailored to competitive finance careers
Strong graduate outcomes: Around 9 out of 10 graduates from finance-related MSc programmes at Queen Mary are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating, with many securing highly skilled roles and average salaries in the mid-£30,000 range
Recognised employer destinations: Graduates from this programme have gone on to work with well-known organisations such as Barclays, Citi, EY, JP Morgan, and AstraZeneca, reflecting the programme’s strong reputation with global employers
Industry-aligned curriculum: As part of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program, the course aligns closely with CFA exam content — a major advantage if you plan to pursue the CFA qualification alongside or after your studies
Long-term accreditation value: The AACSB accreditation of Queen Mary’s School of Business and Management signals high academic quality and international credibility, which employers recognise long after graduation

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this MSc, you can choose to continue your academic journey through PhD study in finance or management, specialise further with advanced postgraduate degrees, or strengthen your professional profile by working towards globally recognised qualifications such as the CFA® Charter or other finance and investment certifications.