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Take control of your career in financial management. Our MSc Financial Management programme provides the knowledge and skills that will give you a significant edge in this competitive finance sector.
Join Dr Anandadeep Mandal on 6th December online to discover more about postgraduate study opportunities in our Department of Finance
This course provides in-depth knowledge of corporate finance, including financial statement analysis, how to value securities and business, and financial modelling. These skills are highly sought after in banks, insurance companies, stockbroking firms, and other finance sector industries.
This course will run over 12 months in a full-time-mode.
The course is designed to produce responsible graduates ready to make impactful contributions to organisations worldwide preparing you for a dynamic career in financial management. Examine essential topics including ethics, governance, and regulatory frameworks, as well as key accounting principles crucial for treasury operations.
Our innovative curriculum integrates the latest trends in financial technology, data analytics, and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) financing, ensuring you're equipped with the skills demanded by the evolving finance sector on a global scale. Gain the competitive edge you need to excel in today's dynamic financial landscape.
Triple Crown accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).
#1 most targeted university of top UK employers (High Fliers Research 2024).
Global ranking in Finance subject
QS Business Masters Rankings 2025
This programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the finance sector, both within the UK and globally. It addresses gaps in your understanding of accounting, economics, and finance, providing a comprehensive and critical insight into corporate finance.
Our Financial Management Masters degree includes a wide variety of learning and teaching.
The course comprises of 180 credits, taught through a series of 20 credit modules and a 60 credit Dissertation . Students will study four core modules and choose two optional modules.
The modules listed for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods.
Any optional module information listed for this programme is intended to be indicative, and the availability of optional modules may vary from year to year. Where a module is no longer available, we will let you know as soon as we can and help you to make other choices.
Year: 1
2025/26 Session
The following must be taken:
Module Title | Credits | Semester |
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Corporate Financial Management | 20 | Semester 1 |
Dissertation | 60 | |
Ethics, Governance and Regulation in Treasury | 20 | Semester 2 |
Financial Modelling Techniques | 20 | Semester 1 |
Financial Statement Analysis and Business Valuation | 20 | Semester 1 |
Students will choose 40 credits (or two modules) from the following:
Module Title | Credits | Semester |
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Alternative Finance | 20 | Semester 2 |
International Financial Management | 20 | Semester 2 |
International Treasury Management | 20 | Semester 2 |
Risk Analysis and Management | 20 | Semester 2 |
To gain a place at Birmingham you will need to meet our general entry requirements, as well as those specific to your course. Your application will be reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer.
In order to be considered, applicants will have or should be expecting to achieve an Honours degree (2:1 or higher) or postgraduate diploma from a UK university (or overseas equivalent).
Applicants who demonstrate being able to exceed the minimum entry requirements will be given preference.
If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.
For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:
Improve your knowledge of spoken and written English in preparation for studying at Birmingham with our pre-sessional English courses. If you have a conditional offer, you can take one of these courses as an alternative to retaking IELTS or other similar qualifications.
Full-time
To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent).If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.
To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.
We want to welcome the brightest talent to our postgraduate community. That’s why our Birmingham Masters Scholarships award £3,000 to more than 300 students each year.
To apply for a postgraduate programme, you will need to submit your application and supporting documents online.
Select whether you are a UK student or an international student for relevant application deadlines.
Application deadline for UK and non visa requiring applicants. We will close applications as soon as the programme is full. Early applications are encouraged.
We have put together some helpful information on the taught programme application process and supporting documents. Please read this information carefully before completing your application.
Graduates will leave Birmingham perfectly placed to take up key financial management roles in a variety of organisations, throughout all sectors of business, industry and commerce. Some may begin their training in firms of chartered or certified accountants, whilst others may work within charities, health authorities, local government, banks, media, manufacturing industries and IT companies. Birmingham is the second largest city in the UK for financial companies, and our proximity to London, the global financial capital, and ever-growing relationship with key employers in the financial sector, will provide you with the opportunity to meet and network with leading global organisations.
As a Birmingham Business School student, you will benefit from two award-winning Careers teams. Careers Network is the University of Birmingham careers and employability team offering: career fairs, employer events with top firms across the UK, start-up and entrepreneurial activities, and support. Internships and bursaries are also available exclusively to University of Birmingham students. BBS Careers is a dedicated service for Birmingham Business School students. The team provides guidance, support, and work experience opportunities, tailored to business school students, to help you succeed during and after university. We offer workshops, alumni and employer events, and 1-to-1 consultations. These will help you to develop your skills and learn how to submit high-quality internship and graduate applications.