LSBF Finance 2 years

Shaping success in business & finance

2 Year MSc in FinanceA career-defining finance degree

2 Year MSc in Finance ProgrammeStudents who apply for the 2 Year MSc in Finance aspire to boost their existing careers in the financial sector, in such areas as investment and commercial banking, asset management, financial services and consulting, or with corporate finance positions within international organisations. A high level of commitment is required from applicants as this programme is only offered on a full-time basis.

Successful applicants will study towards a 2 Year MSc in Finance from the triple-accredited institution, Grenoble Graduate School of Business. Triple accreditation is an honour shared by less than 1% of the world’s elite business schools.·AMBA (Association of MBAs)·EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System) ·AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)

Studying with LSBF allows you to undertake a top European finance degree and study in the heart of central London, with major financial institutions and blue-chip companies all around you. You’ll be taught by industry-experienced lecturers and with students from more than 150 countries at LSBF, you’ll have fantastic networking opportunities. The degree offers a blend of academic excellence and hands-on skills and you’ll also have the opportunity to tailor your degree to match your career objectives, with specialist modules that complement the core finance topics.

Company-Based LearningYou can devote up to 50% of the MSc in Finance programme to company-based learning. Spending time in a real-life business environment will allow you to put into practice the knowledge and skills acquired on the course. You will work with LSBF’s Careers and Corporate Division, accessing LSBF’s network of over 400 corporate partners to find the right work placement for you.

Double Degree OptionIn addition to an MSc in Finance from the triple-accredited GGSB, graduates are also given the option of receiving a second MSc in Finance from the University of Wales. Students who choose the Double Degree option will study 2 additional modules and complete a second dissertation to achieve the second degree.

Dual ProgrammesDual programmes from LSBF give you the chance to combine your degree with a professional qualification, such as ACCA, CIMA, CFA® and CIM. It’s a powerful combination that gives you a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Expert FacultyThe LSBF faculty is made up of industry-experienced professionals who bring their knowledge directly into the classroom. Their hands-on approach supplements your learning and helps you to graduate with a blend of academic excellence and practical skills.

MBA

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MIB

MSc Marketing

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MSc FinanceEuropeAsiaMiddle East & AfricaAmericas

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Class diversity breakdown. As of August 2011.

57 students from 32 countries







Our 2 year MSc in Finance offers the experience of an international classroom, and an environment that reflects the diverse global marketplace.

Programme structureContent Duration

Stage 1 The Fundamentals of Finance

• Fundamentals of Corporate Finance • Economics for Finance • Financial Reporting and Analysis • Quantitative Methods for Finance

12 months

Stage 2Mastering Financial Management

• Management Control Systems • Audit and Risk Management• Investment and valuation• International Financial Management • Ethics, Professional Standards and Corporate Governance

Stage 3 Advanced Finance

• Derivatives • Fixed Income Investments • M&As, LBOs and Venture Capital • Assets Management • Advanced Financial Statements Analysis

Stage 4 Electives • Elective Modules (see below)

Stage 5 Capstone• Financial Strategy and Integrative Case Study• Research Methodology and Dissertation Workshop (Dissertation Proposal)

Professional Dissertation • Final Project (Dissertation) 12 months

Elective Modules Choose one Elective Module Content

London Campus

Market Finance• Financial Modeling (VBA, Econometrics)• Bloomberg Trading

Grenoble Campus

Corporate Finance• Cash Management & Bank Relations• Strategic Performance Control

Islamic Finance• Sharia’s principles and contracts• Principles underlying Islamic banking• Porfolio management specificities

Microfinance

• History of microfinance• Markets, products, regulations and main players of the microfinance industry• Operational management of a Microfinance institution• Financial management of a Microfinance institution

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Key Facts

DurationFull-time: 24 Months: 12 months on campus. 12 months international study and/or work placement.

CampusLondon

IntakesOctober

ApplicationsTo apply or for further information:Visit LSBF.org.ukEmail [email protected] Call +44 (0)207 823 2303


What do I need to enrol?Documents - Completed online application form - Certified copies of relevant certificates/transcripts - Copy of passport - CV / résumé in English - 3 essays (500 words each) focusing on your academic and

professional experience - 2 letters of recommendation (Employer or Academic)

Qualifications - Strong undergraduate degree from a recognised university

(assessed by GGSB admission board) - GMAT is not an obligatory requirement, but is

considered an advantage and may be required forsome applications. Target score over 550

Proof of English proficiency - TOEFL - 94 (minimum: L-21, R-22, S-23, W-21) - IELTS - 6.5 (6.0 minimum in each component) - PTE - 63 (51 minimum in each component)

Experience - Work experience is not an obligatory requirement, but is

considered an advantage - For more information on this programme and the entry

requirements, please get in touch with one of our advisors on the contact details below