Why This Course
The MSc in Finance and Management (Top-up) degree, awarded by the University of Lancashire, is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in financial management. This degree is suitable for those who have completed a relevant postgraduate diploma, and are looking to further their studies and enhance their career prospects in the finance industry.
The Master’s in Finance and Management is a 9-month top-Up programme, consisting of the dissertation module only. Students are required to undertake independent research and produce a dissertation that demonstrates their ability to apply advanced research techniques to a finance-related topic. The dissertation module carries 60 credits and is designed to enable students to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and research skills in financial management.
Throughout the programme, students will be supported by experienced academics and industry professionals, who will provide guidance and feedback on their research project. The programme is delivered through a combination of online webinars, and independent study, allowing students to fit their studies around their work and personal commitments.
What You'll Study
Study the disciplines that matter most, from finance and marketing to leadership, operations, and sustainability, all connected directly to your working life.
Your Learning Journey
Upon completing the degree, graduates will have the skills and knowledge required to pursue a range of career opportunities in finance, including roles in:
Financial analysis
Investment banking
Risk management
Corporate finance
Financial planning
The programme also provides a solid foundation for those interested in pursuing further study or research in finance.
Note: This content reflects the full MSc Finance and Management programme outcomes. As an LIBT graduate entering at the dissertation stage, you will have already covered the taught elements through your Qualifi Level 7 Diploma.
Entry Requirements
This programme is designed for motivated people who are ready to invest in their future. Here is what we look for.
If you have formal qualifications, you will need one of the following:
- Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in Accounting and Finance (120 credits).
- Minimum age of 21 years.
- Sufficient English language proficiency to complete independent postgraduate research. If English is not your first language, please contact the admissions team to confirm the accepted English language qualifications and minimum scores required by the University of Lancashire.
Why choose the University of Lancashire
The University of Lancashire is an international, multi-campus university tracing its roots back to 1828 and based in Preston, Lancashire. It is one of the largest universities in the United Kingdom, with a student and staff community of nearly 38,000 from over 100 countries, making it a vibrant and genuinely international place to learn.
The University of Lancashire is ranked in the top 7% of universities worldwide by the Center for World University Rankings 2024.
Distance learning courses at the University of Lancashire are designed to provide students with the same high-quality education as on-campus courses, with access to video lectures, online discussion forums, interactive assessments, academic support, technical support, and the university's library and online resources.
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