The MSc by Research in Economic and Social History offers you the opportunity to undertake a substantial piece of supervised independent research.

The MSc by Research in Economic and Social History is aimed at students who have a specific topic of interest into which they wish to conduct their own research.

The programme provides structured research training while at the same time enabling you to pursue a research project that you design yourself, in consultation with supervisors. It serves as both a self-contained research degree and as preparation for further study for the PhD degree.

Economic and social history addresses the historical processes underlying the evolution of modern society by employing a range of insights and approaches from the social sciences, including economics, sociology and social anthropology. The programme focuses on civil society, material culture, youth, gender, crime, cinema, economic growth and energy policy in a variety of historical contexts.... [-]

Well-qualified professionals in the financial sector can expect to spend a significant part of their career in an international setting, and our MSc is designed with this in mind. During your studies, you’ll find yourself in a cosmopolitan environment, where you’ll learn to develop a critical understanding of the principles, theories, concepts, contexts, approaches and challenges central to international finance, accounting and economics in the global economy. As well as developing skills in the use of tools, techniques, and research methods, you’ll become familiar with ethical and professional standards in finance and accounting, in an international setting, and will be supported to acquire ethical awareness and sound judgment in interpreting complex features of institutions in the global economic system (e.g. accounting information reported by international companies).... [-]

In the winter 2007/2008, the Munich School of Management started the degree programme of Executive Master of Insurance for the first time. Developed in close cooperation with the insurance industry, this new programme’s clear line of business-oriented focus on insurance matters is a corollary of Munich being a centre of the insurance business. Nationwide, Munich counts the highest number of employees working in the insurance industry and therefore ranks among the leading centres of this business worldwide.

The course of study within this programme, which is subject to a fee, is spread over three semesters, and is mainly targeted at full time employees. Course contact hours will occupy weekends and single phases of attendance, split into sets of 8 days. Some of the courses are taught in English.... [-]

The Masters in Finance (MiF) is widely regarded as the pre-eminent postgraduate qualification for finance professionals.

The programme, which can be studied full-time or part-time, is taught by London Business School's internationally renowned finance and accounting faculty and provides an opportunity to study with a stimulating, experienced and diverse international peer group. The programme is part of a range of Finance Programmes at London Business School.

Why a London Business School Masters in Finance?

Top finance jobs demand a sharp decision-maker; someone able to grasp the finer details as well as their significance in the bigger picture. At London Business School, our Masters in Finance (MiF) programme focuses on rigorous academic frameworks coupled with real-world relevance and practical application so that you can excel in the workplace.... [-]

Duration: 3 years full time or 6 years part-time

Entry Requirements: Admission and Thesis Requirements. A good Masters degree in Economics is usually required for registration for the MPhil and PhD research degrees. Students are normally registered for the MPhil degree in the first instance. Once approval of the Student's Supervisory Committee has been received, the student's registration is upgraded to PhD status (and backdated to the commencement of the MPhil registration), usually at the end of the first year of study. The normal period of study for a PhD degree is not less than three years of full-time study. Students if full-time employment or with other significant commitments may register for part-time study, for which the minimum registration period is double that of full-time study. Candidates are expected to present a thesis of no more than 55,000 words for the MPhil, while for the PhD the maximum length is 100,000 words.... [-]

Duration: 3 years full time or 6 years part-time

Entry Requirements: Admission and Thesis Requirements. A good Masters degree in Economics is usually required for registration for the MPhil and Ph.D. research degrees. Students are normally registered for the MPhil degree in the first instance. Once approval of the Research Student's Supervisory Committee has been received, the student's registration is upgraded to Ph.D. status (and backdated to the commencement of the MPhil registration), usually at the end of the first year of the study. The normal period of study for a Ph.D. degree is not less than three year of full-time study. Students in full-time employment or with other significant commitments may register for part-time study, for which the minimum registration period is double that of full-time study. Candidates are expected to present a thesis of no more than 55,000 words for the MPhil, while for the Ph.D. the maximum length is 100,000 words.... [-]

Duration: One calendar year (full-time) Two calendar years (part-time)

Subjects Preferred: Minimum first degree with good grades in any subject equivalent to a UK upper second class honours

Start of programme: September

Mode of Attendance: Full Time or Part Time

The MRes in Finance and Management degree at SOAS is unique in two respects. First, it combines a broad-based training in quantitative and qualitative research methods used in financial and management studies. Secondly, due to the research background of academics at SOAS and their regional expertise, the qualitative and quantitative research methods introduced can be applied in the context of developing and emerging economies.... [-]

Master in Accounting Practice (M.Prof.)

The M.Prof. Accounting Practice has been designed to enhance the capabilities of managers working in the accountancy profession. It does this by developing your skills of reflective practice and culminates in a major workplace-based research project. It has been designed specifically for members of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and is an excellent option for those wishing to develop themselves through a critical exploration of their role and evolving managerial responsibilities. One of the benefits of the MProf is that it provides the opportunity to make a claim for academic recognition against your existing relevant formal and informal learning.... [-]