About Msc Investment & Finance in University of Strathclyde

Study with us

• gain a comprehension education in the theory of finance
• develop knowledge of techniques and tools used by investment professionals
• opportunity to work on series of research projects

Why this course?

The MSc Investment & Finance is for those wanting to develop careers in areas such as security analysis, portfolio analysis and investment management. 

The course provides you with a comprehensive education in the theory of finance. It also covers the various techniques and analytical tools used by investment professionals in practical decision-making. 

This programme will prepare you for a career in the financial services industry and is ideally suited for entrepreneurs that want to have a solid knowledge of finance and its applications. 

The course will provide you with:

• an understanding of financial theory and analysis
• an appreciation of the nature of financial markets and institutions
• a working knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement analysis
• an understanding of the techniques and concepts employed in the valuation of bonds and equities
• an ability to develop portfolios and investment strategies to meet risk-return objectives
• an understanding of derivatives – options, futures, swaps
• an understanding of the quantitative analysis and techniques employed in finance 

What you'll study

Semester 1 is designed to give you a solid foundation and understanding of the financial services and investment theories and applications. Semester 2 delves deeper on advanced finance, financial analysis and quantitate methods and techniques. In addition, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of derivatives and portfolio theory and applications, trading used for hedging, financial engineering, and treasury management.

Careers

This course is suitable for those intending to develop their careers in finance, broadly defined as:

• corporate finance
• security analysis
• portfolio management
• derivatives, financial engineering and treasury management
• financial decision and policymaking

Academic qualification equivalents

• For entry to Strathclyde postgraduate programmes, we'd look for a first-class undergraduate degree (approx 60%) from a
  recognised Indian institution.

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS    :     6.5 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
• TOEFL  :    80+ overall,with the following minimum scores in each component: Listening:17 Reading: 18 Speaking:20 Writing:19
• PTE      :     58+ overall, with a minimum of 51 in each component

University of Strathclyde Highlights

University of Strathclyde Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Fee for various range of courses available at the university varies as per their duration, level and type of program. Some of the popular courses with their respective fees are as mentioned below.

Undergraduate Courses (2020-2021)

Graduate Courses (2020-2021)

Cost of Living

List of expenses apart from the basic tuition fee are as compiled below.

Note that candidates looking for their private rented accommodation will require 100 to 125 GBP, per week, for a room in a shared plus other expenses.