Financial Management and Risk

University of Greenwich
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Accounting and financeEconomicsFinance

About this course

Want a career in corporate finance, financial management or risk management? Our MSc Financial Management and Risk offers you the skills you need.

Develop your knowledge and critical understanding of financial management and organisational needs with this internationally-focused Master's in Financial Management and Risk. The course is suitable for anyone wanting to build their financial skills before taking up key roles in corporate finance or risk management.

On this course, you'll consider the effect of globalisation and global operations on financial management. You will also develop your knowledge and understanding of the varied needs of organisations in both domestic and international financial activities. Industry experts, including senior executives from Northern Trust and Barclays, take part in guest lectures and provide career development advice.

The programme is also accredited with ACCA and CIMA professional bodies which offer exemptions, including up to 4 ACCA papers, and up to CIMA Certificate Level. The programme is also affiliated with CFA Certificate of ESG Investing. The programme also has a GARP academic partnership and a partnership with GARP certificate in Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR). Full details of the accreditation gained on completion of this programme can be viewed on partner sites accessible here: https://www.gre.ac.uk/bus/study/top-accreditations

What you should know about this course

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of financial theory, corporate finance practices, and advanced risk management techniques.

  • You will develop key skills and knowledge in risk management to enable you to undertake risk analyst role in financial institutions or commerce.

  • This degree equips you for diverse career paths in various financial sectors, including risk management, corporate finance, financial consultancy, and investment banking.

  • This programme is designed to reflect current industry trends and challenges, incorporating real-world case studies and guest lectures from experienced professionals.

  • Study at our beautiful Greenwich campus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in London.
  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: London

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: London

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1131 Financial managers and directors
    4124 Finance officers
    3531 Brokers
    2421 Chartered and certified accountants
    2433 Actuaries, economists and statisticians
    3533 Financial and accounting technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    London
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Accounting and finance, Economics, Finance