MSc Investment and Finance

LJMU's MSc Investment and Finance is ideal for those wishing to pursue a career in the financial or accounting sectors. Prepare for a range of careers in finance Learn to think strategically about finance with an emphasis on research and critical analysis Benefit from academic expertise in a variety of financial management disciplines Winner! Business School of the Year, Times Higher Education Awards 2025 Winner! Business School of the Year, Educate North Awards 2025 Part Time Study Option The field of investment and finance forms part of the structure of all organisations and the general health of the economy. In every arena, the effective financial investment and management of funds enables businesses to operate successfully, achieving and exceeding their set goals. Engaging in this course of study will provide you with a perennial skillset, and a valuable piece of professional development if you are looking to take your career to the next level of responsibility, and salary bracket. The overall aim of the MSc Investment and Finance programme is to produce postgraduates who are able to make a valid and meaningful contribution within the field of finance. This will be achieved by exposing you to the current theories, concepts and developments within this discipline and, by doing so, you will become competent and thoughtful practitioners. You will develop an understanding of the interpretation, uses, and analysis of financial and investment information in a practical domestic and international context. Your reflective, critical and evaluative thinking will be improved through exposure to contemporary and current issues in finance and via teaching and learning that is strongly supported by research and professional practice. This intellectually challenging programme of study will focus on current issues, themes and applications within the field of finance and financial management, and your analytical, critical and problem solving skills will be extended through the academic evaluation of literature and current financial practices. Liverpool Business School at Liverpool John Moores University is a member of AACSB International The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB International is a global association of leaders in education and business dedicated to supporting and advancing quality business education worldwide. Through membership, accreditation, research, thought leadership, professional development, and advocacy, AACSB partners with over 1,500 organizations, from more than 90 countries globally. Membership or participation in the Global Education Alliance does not imply accreditation.

You will need: Home International Qualification requirements Show all sections Undergraduate degree A minimum 2:2 honours degree, where at least one of the modules undertaken is in accounting and finance, from a recognised university or equivalent awarding institution. Alternative qualifications considered A full professional qualification recognised as equivalent to a 2.2 degree. An award which the university has agreed to accept as equivalent to a degree. Candidates may qualify for entry to the programme on the basis of considerable relevant work experience, normally comprising at least three years at a managerial or equivalent level, which would be subject to scrutiny by the programme team. Further information RPL RPL is accepted on this programme International requirements IELTS IELTS 6.5 (Min 5.5 in each component) Further information RPL RPL is accepted on this programme Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme.

IELTS IELTS 6.5 (Min 5.5 in each component) Further information RPL RPL is accepted on this programme

International students: £17,250 per year

UK students: £9,840 per year

UK/Home: £9,840 per year

International: £17,250 per year

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• Liverpool John Moores University, Mount Pleasant Campus, Liverpool, United Kingdom