View all MSc Programs in Economic Studies 2019 in Wales in United Kingdom

Worldwide growth in the global banking sector and the increasingly complex financial markets has furthered the demand for professionals with specialist skills and competencies such as thorough understanding of the principles and techniques in global financial markets, and an appreciation of the role of risk management in complex financial institutions.

This innovative postgraduate programme is specifically designed to equip graduates looking to pursue careers in corporate finance in large financial and non-financial institutions, corporate financial services, financial regulatory agencies, wealth management and investment. The compulsory and optional modules of this exciting programme cover a very wide range of specialised areas from which you will gain a thorough and in-depth knowledge of the most current developments in the global financial markets and institutions, investment and wealth management. The module syllabuses are designed to develop your quantitative analysis skills, enabling you to critically analyse financial investment proposals and empirical applications of corporate finance. These skills are deemed crucial for a successful career in the banking and finance sector.... [-]

The MSc Accounting and Finance programme is suitable for anyone wishing to acquire specialist knowledge within the realm of accountancy and finance, and who aspire to pursue a career in the financial sector, either as an analyst or accountant. This programme offers suite modules, core and optional, which will enable learners to choose some modules to suit their individual needs and interest.

This MSc is also suitable for individuals who aim to become professionally qualified accountants as it offers modules which are closely aligned to the Professional level syllabus of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification. By choosing a set combination of modules, learners can simultaneously cover key aspects of ACCA's Professional level syllabus.... [-]

In 2008 cataclysmic events shattered the world of Finance and caused shockwaves through the rest of the global economy. Some realised that change would be needed but none forecast that less than a decade on the sector would be so radically and irrevocably changed.

The new MSc in Economics and Finance has been designed to develop postgraduate students who are equipped academically to succeed in an increasingly complicated and challenging global workplace. When you graduate, you will leave as a professional economist, who is equipped for an academic career, but who crucially is also ready to use economic thinking in the world outside academia. Well qualified economists are in demand in government, industry and, obviously commerce.... [-]

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MSc Financial Management MSc Financial Management (Change Management)MSc Financial Management (Islamic Finance)MSc Financial Management (Strategic Management)MSc Financial Management (International Finance)MSc Financial Management (Project Management)

The popular MSc Financial Management programme is suitable for anyone wishing to acquire knowledge within the realm of business, management and finance. The aim of the programme is enhance knowledge and understanding of finance, which can be applied to complex issues in order to improve business and management practice. The programme offers a suite of optional module and pathways, which will enable learners to tailor their programme to suit their individual needs and interest.... [-]

1 year (Full-time) / 2-3 years (Part-time) / n/a (Distance / E-Learning)

Our innovative MSc programme will equip you with the necessary analytical skills, methods and ways of thinking to tackle and analyse complex organisational problems, help make better decisions, and to become confident statistical analysts. This is ideal training and experience for those looking for career opportunities in areas such as Operational Research, Management Science, Statistics, Management Consultancy, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Government OR/Statistics etc.

The MSc in Accounting and Finance was designed by one of the UK’s leading accounting and finance sections to provide students with an advanced programme of study in the major aspects of accounting and finance.

The programme will prepare students for a career in the accounting profession or in the finance sector, in fields such as financial analysis, asset management or investment banking.

Aspects of accounting and finance are rarely out of the news. In the global accounting area, serious questions of accounting, auditing and corporate governance have been posed following the banking crisis. Innovations in financial securities are also creating significant challenges for preparers and users of accounting information alike.... [-]

The MSc in International Economics, Banking and Finance provides a rigorous training in modern economic and financial methods as they are applied to monetary, banking, financial and international economic problems in the real world.

The programme is designed for recent graduates with solid quantitative skills, who want to specialise in the money and banking field. It is also of interest to those who graduated less recently and who are currently working in a financial institution or other private or public sector body, such as a central bank or national treasury.

Designed for graduates in economics related subject areas who are seeking an advanced programme to enhance career and/or further research opportunities. Develop the skills and expertise required of the professional economist, whilst developing your ability to understand and conduct innovative research in both theoretical and applied situations.

The Master's (MSc) in International Banking and Finance is aimed at candidates who wish to acquire a solid foundation in international banking and finance which will equip them for careers in banking, trading or financial analysis.

In an ever-increasing globalized and political world, financial systems are becoming more dependent on each other. You will get the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and skills of advanced concepts in finance and join with students from many different countries to consider vital issues: international financial development and regulation, financial systems and emerging financial markets.

You will develop a critical understanding of the contemporary role of the financial system in the economic process, including its potential role in facilitating economic growth and the importance of regulating activities of financial institutions and markets domestically and internationally. This will prepare you for employment in the financial services industry. This course is suitable if your first degree is in a relevant area such as Accounting and Finance, Economics, Business Management or other related areas.... [-]

International Finance and Banking

The recent global financial crisis is at the top of the international political agenda. Perhaps for the first time, the leaders of the international community attempt to apply remedies for global problems on a truly international scale. You will learn about the very latest thinking and research on many of the vital issues: theory and practice of modern banking, concepts of risk and ethics in banking, bank failures, international financial regulation, and emerging financial markets. You will join with students from many different countries to consider these issues at an international level.

In the light of developing knowledge in the discipline, as well as practice in its application, the Masters in International Finance and Bankingcaptures the newest trends and the latest ideas. This will ensure that your development of the programme is topical and valid. This course is suitable if your first degree is in a relevant area such as Accounting and Finance, Economics, Business Management or a related area.... [-]

Management and Finance Masters

The Aberystwyth MSc Management and Finance will appeal to students who want to carry a sound grasp of Business Finance into a career in Management. In recent times, the terms on which Businesses can access credit and finance have become more stringent and more difficult to predict. It thus becomes increasingly important that Business Managers and entrepreneurs have a sound and sophisticated grasp of all aspects of Business Finance. On the other side of the fence, this Master’s in Management and Finance will also appeal to students planning a career in the Financial Sector, who want to take with them a good understanding of theory and good practice in the management of people and organisations.The Aberystwyth Master’s programme in Management and Finance will provide you with a solid grounding in business and management, whether or not you have studied them before. It will also furnish you with a very strong grasp of the workings of national and international financial markets and institutions. We aim to give you not only a sound knowledge base; not just an awareness of finance market trends and business opportunities; but, most importantly, a set of analytical and applied skills and strategies which will stand you in good stead throughout your managerial career.... [-]