LIBF: MSc Banking & Finance
Programme Overview
This MSc is taught entirely online – meaning you can choose where and when you learn. This is a flexible way for international students to achieve a UK-accredited degree. Whatever your life commitments and ambitions, LIBF’s online degrees will help guide you towards these goals while graduating with an internationally recognised degree.
This method of learning gives you access to online tools, textbooks, journals, databases, case studies and activities to support your learning. You’ll also get details about our LIBF webinars and industry podcasts and become part of our global community.
People study with LIBF from all over the world, enjoying the many advantages of flexible lifelong learning and continuing professional development, such as career progression and new job opportunities.
Programme Objectives
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The MSc Banking and Finance is a comprehensive and rigorous programme designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and insights required for a successful career in the dynamic field of banking and finance. The programme provides a solid foundation in key concepts, theories, and practices, whilst also addressing the contemporary challenges and opportunities faced by the banking and finance industry. Throughout the programme, you will delve into various aspects of banking and finance, including financial markets, institutions, risk management, digital banking, sustainable finance and Human Resource Management and Leadership. The curriculum is designed to foster a deep understanding of theoretical concepts, analytical tools, and practical applications, enabling students to navigate complex financial landscapes and make informed decisions.
The programme promotes an international perspective, recognising the global nature of the banking industry. You will explore the impact of globalisation, regulatory frameworks, and emerging trends on financial markets and institutions. The programme emphasises the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. This programme not only provides academic rigour but also equips you with highly sought-after employability skills, which are in high demand by the financial services sector.
Pre-Requisite
To attain a place on our postgraduate degrees, you need either:
- A 2.1 honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognised institution, or
- To have achieved Chartered Associateship with us through the ‘qualification’ route.
If English is not your first language, you will need to achieve an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of at least 6.5 or equivalent.
If you don't meet the requirements above but have equivalent experience and qualifications, we will consider your application and may still accept you.
In this case, you will need to show that you can achieve at master’s level, and contribute to the debates, discussions and work of the learning set. We may ask to interview you or require an extra piece of written work with your application.
Who Should Attend
- Our programme is designed for professionals already working in banking and finance. Learning and teaching is centred on the Virtual Learning Platform and is self-paced study, with both synchronous and asynchronous support from your module academic.
Methodology
- Self Study
Enrollment Date
- 17 February 2025
- 23 June 2025
- 20 October 2025
Programme Fee
| Package | Stakeholder | Non Stakeholder |
| Normal Price | $17,550.00 | $17,550.00 |
