Global Finance & Banking MSc / PG Dip / PG Cert

Course provided by King's College London

The 100% online master’s in Global Finance & Banking from King’s College London allows you to explore advanced financial and banking principles, such as investment analysis, analysis of financial statements, models of asset returns, optimal investment and risk, and portfolio management.

At the heart of London, King’s Business School connects people with possibilities, informing game-changing research and a contemporary approach to finance. Learn from leading academics and active senior finance professionals who will give you the right knowledge and tools to effectively tackle business challenges and support your career aspirations.

You’ll commence studying with modules exploring the quantitative methods for finance, commercial and investment finance, and financial statements before selecting optional modules that align to your personal interests including financial derivatives, risk management, behavioural finance and wealth management. The course content is recognised by the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) institute and is suitable for those looking to progress their finance career in areas such as banking, investment, financial regulation, finance risk management and actuarial science.

Grow the essential research, analytical and critical thinking skills that you will need to succeed in your future finance career.

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Summary overview

Learning outcomes

Understand the advanced principles of Finance and Banking and the financial systems of advanced and transitional economies.
Recognise the key aspects of financial and banking organisations functioning, and the external environment in which they operate.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills acquired to problem-solve theoretical and applied problems in finance.
Tackle issues of financial decision making with appropriate tools of analysis.
Use analysis to critically evaluate the impact and effectiveness of current banking practices.

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Fees and Funding

Your fees will be charged per module as you progress through the course. From now until September 2022, you will be charged £1,922 per module.

The number of modules you take will be determined by your chosen award as outlined below:

PG Cert: 4 modules (£7,688)
PG Dip: 8 modules (£15,376)
MSc: 12 modules (£23,064)

Tuition fees may be subject to an annual increase (capped at 5%) each academic year in line with King's College London's terms and conditions. Each increase comes into effect in September of each year. 

Find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's.

Timelines

There are six intake dates to choose from each year, with studies commencing in January, March, May, June, September and October. Please see below for the duration of time that the course takes to complete:

PG Cert: minimum 8 months, maximum 3 years
PG Dip: minimum 16 months, maximum 4 years
MSc: Minimum 2 years, maximum 6 years

Entry Requirements

Standard: A minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above. If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a masters or PG Dip).

Non-standard: 1st class or 2:1 undergraduate degree required in a social science related area (e.g. management, economics, finance or other relevant subject). The programme is most suitable if students have some quantitative background in either finance, economics or have a degree with some quantitative elements. In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying, you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.

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King's College London

King's College London is ranked amongst the world's most prestigious universities. World-leading research is at the heart of their approach to teaching, and this is true for their online courses as well.

Studying an online degree with King’s College London means that you can access the world-leading teaching of King’s wherever you are. Through 100% fully online programmes in an array of specialist subjects, learning with King’s Online enables you to study flexibly, anywhere in the world, without taking a career break.

With multiple entry points each year, online courses allow you to commence learning at a time most suitable for you. The learning materials available on the King's E-Learning and Teaching Service (KEATS) can also be accessed anytime, helping you to fit your studies around existing personal or work commitments, and at a pace that works for you.

All courses are taught by King’s world-leading academics, and global links with partner universities and leading organisations will connect you with major players in a wide range of industries, to help you grow your networks, experience challenges, and develop transferable skills. A dedicated careers and employability team also support you in discovering where the course can lead you in your professional life through online careers modules, employer events, skills programmes, careers fairs and an exclusive jobs portal.

As a King’s Online student, you will have access to all specialist services such as the library service and disability advice. You will also be given a dedicated Student Success Advisor who is responsible for providing you with support throughout the duration of your course. They will be your first point of contact and will answer all enquiries within 24 hours, seven days a week.

Each course is designed specifically for an online audience, using a range of interactive activities including videos, quizzes, discussion forums, and readings that require participation and collaboration with a global network of King's Online students. As always, each course will provide you with a King's College London degree upon successful completion, making you a part of a global alumni community where you’ll benefit from professional development opportunities and exclusive discounts.

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