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International/EU: £17,205 for the course
January 2025
Course summary
- Develop your analytical skills and knowledge of the key products, investment strategies and risks present in financial markets
- Understand current research, developments and issues in finance
- Gain the skills to critically evaluate and apply theoretical concepts to the management of investment portfolios, evaluation of global investment products and financial assets
The course aims to develop your analytical skills and knowledge of the key products, investment strategies and risks present in financial markets. It is ideal for individuals wishing to work in financial markets and investment who want to progress their career rapidly.
Sheffield Business School accreditation
Sheffield Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing us in the top 5% of business schools globally.
Graduate View
'The course provided me with a solid foundation from which to progress into a career in corporate finance, having gained both a practical and theoretical understanding of the financial world.'
Connor Marshall, MSc Finance and Investment, 2018 graduate
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How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
This course prepares you for a career in
- finance
- investment
- investment banking
- retail financial service
- fund management
- stockbroking
- wealth management
- credit analysis
- financial engineering
- management consultancy
There are further professional study opportunities with organisations such as The Chartered Insurance Institute, The Chartered Bankers Institute, The Association of Corporate Treasurers, The Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment and The Society of Chartered Financial Analysts.
Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for
- Deloitte
- J P Morgan
- Lloyds Capital Markets
- HSBC
- Investec
- Royal Bank of Scotland
- Aviva
- Fidelity
- Grant Thornton
- Co-op Bank
- Barclays
- Scottish Widows
This course is delivered face-to-face over three semesters - teaching is scheduled based on the length of your course and the academic calendar.
Course leaders and tutors
Ian Pagdin
Senior Lecturer in Banking, Risk Management, Investment and Wealth managementIan teaches across a range of modules within the Sheffield Business School, including business environment, principles of investment, risk management and investment … Read more
Applied learning
Work placements
You have the opportunity to become a Student Representative and through Venture Matrix, Sheffield Hallam volunteering to improve employability skills.
Many students on this course will have already completed a number of years in employment, so the aim of the employability initiative in this scenario is to help you focus on developing your existing career path.
Networking opportunities
Guest lectures from visiting academics and practitioners from various organisations, where practical, will provide further opportunities to enhance your understanding and you are encouraged to make contact with employers.
To enhance employability, you are also encouraged to become a student member of a relevant professional body; this gives you access to information relevant for career planning and helps in the development of your CV.
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career in
- finance
- investment
- investment banking
- retail financial service
- fund management
- stockbroking
- wealth management
- credit analysis
- financial engineering
- management consultancy
There are further professional study opportunities with organisations such as The Chartered Insurance Institute, The Chartered Bankers Institute, The Association of Corporate Treasurers, The Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment and The Society of Chartered Financial Analysts.
Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for
- Deloitte
- J P Morgan
- Lloyds Capital Markets
- HSBC
- Investec
- Royal Bank of Scotland
- Aviva
- Fidelity
- Grant Thornton
- Co-op Bank
- Barclays
- Scottish Widows
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus through a structured mix of lectures, seminars and practical sessions as well as access to digital and online resources to support your learning.
City Campus
City Campus is located in the heart of Sheffield, within minutes of the train and bus stations.
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Adsetts library
Adsetts Library is located on our City Campus. It's open 24 hours a day, every day.
Learn moreEquipment and facilities
You will have access to excellent library facilities and learning resources in our Adsetts Centre, including the full Bloomberg research system. We are one of only a few universities to invest in Bloomberg Terminals in a dedicated Bloomberg Suite. The terminals deliver data, news and analytics to financial professionals and you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience of using this industry-standard technology. Access to this valuable resource is 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
You will also be offered the opportunity to study for and sit one of the CISI's professional examinations, should you wish to do so.
Entry requirements
All students
You typically need one of the following
• 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject
• recognised professional qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject
Relevant subjects include • business management • finance • accounting • economics • banking • law • the natural sciences • IT and computing.
We consider applicants without these academic qualifications dependant on personal, professional and work experience and other formal qualifications. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. Find out more
Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English, such as an IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in all skills. If your English language skill is currently below an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English.
Additional information for EU/International students
If you are an International or non-UK European student, you can find out more about the country specific qualifications we accept on our international qualifications page.
For details of English language entry requirements (IELTS), please see the information for 'All students'.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
Modules studied may differ depending on when you start your course.
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Advanced Portfolio Management | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Dissertation Or Applied Business Project | Credits: 60 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Finance | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Financial Derivatives And Risk Management | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
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| Module: Financial Regulation And Sustainability | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework Practical |
| Module: Fund Management | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Global Financial Markets | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Mergers And Acquisitions | Credits: 15 |
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| Module: Statistics And Data Modelling | Credits: 15 |
Assessment:
Coursework Practical |
Fees and funding
Home students
Our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time study in 2024/25 is £10,310 for the course. The tuition fee displayed above is for the full course. If the full course is more than one year in duration, the fee will be divided into annual payments which will then be rounded. This may mean the total fee you pay is slightly higher than the fee stated above. If you take a break in study or have to re-take part of the course, you may also be charged an additional fee and will be notified of this at the time.
If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
International students
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2024/25 is £17,205 for the course. The tuition fee displayed above is for the full course. If the full course is more than one year in duration, the fee will be divided into annual payments which will then be rounded. This may mean the total fee you pay is slightly higher than the fee stated above. If you take a break in study or have to re-take part of the course, you may also be charged an additional fee and will be notified of this at the time.
Postgraduate student loans
Up to £11,222 available for Home students on most masters courses.
Additional course costs
This link allows you to view estimated costs associated with the main activities on specific courses. These are estimates and, as such, are only an indication of additional course costs. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the choices you make during your course.
Additional costs for Accounting, banking and finance courses (PDF, 244.5KB)Legal information
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