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Start your journey to a rewarding career within the ever-changing, dynamic world of finance by studying on our industry-focused Money, Banking and Finance programme.
Join Dr Yao Yao on 3rd December online to discover more about postgraduate study opportunities in our Department of Economics
Designed for those with a background in this field, this programme is a gateway to a thriving global career in economics, banking, and finance. Our focus is to deliver contemporary insights and hands-on practices that align with the rapidly evolving landscape of this industry. You will gain access to cutting-edge practical knowledge and industry practices, ensuring you are fully prepared to hit the ground running.
There was extraordinary academic support with a really high-quality team of lecturers
This course will run over 12 months in a full-time-mode.
Learn from leading academics about The economic theory of money, banking, and finance within the global economy's broader context.
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Our programme places responsible business practices at its core, encouraging you to understand how to manage risks and opportunities tied to environmental, social and governance factors.
Our Money, Banking and Finance Masters degree includes a wide variety of learning and teaching:
Taught modules – these include lectures, workshops and seminars
Assessments - these will include exams, group and individual projects and presentations, reports, essays, videos, digital artefacts, and case studies.
Dissertation Project - this provides students with the opportunity to read extensively and apply research skills to a chosen area related to money, banking and finance. Dissertations may be either empirical, library-based, or a case study.
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.
The following must be taken:
Module Title | Credits | Semester |
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Applied Financial Econometrics | 20 | Semester 1 |
Economics of Financial Markets and Institutions | 20 | Semester 1 |
MSc MBF Dissertation | 60 | |
Monetary Economics and the Macroeconomy | 20 | Semester 1 |
Topics in Money, Banking and Finance | 20 | Semester 2 |
Students must choose two of the following optional modules:
Module Title | Credits | Semester |
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Advanced Quantitative Methods for Data Analytics | 20 | Semester 2 |
Foundations of Security and Derivatives Analysis | 20 | Semester 2 |
International Finance and Trade | 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 a subject with a quantitative element, such as Economics, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics or Science or Commerce.
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)
We charge an annual tuition fee. Fees for 2025 entry are above.
The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme.
Tuition fees can either be paid in full or by instalments. You can check whether you are eligible for UK or international fees with our admissions team.
Learn more about postgraduate tuition fees and funding.
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.
Our MSc Money, Banking and Finance programme is designed to boost your employability prospects, allowing you to gain a greater understanding of the methodologies and techniques used in various economics, banking, and finance careers, helping you get ahead of the competition.
You will develop valuable real-life experience in banking and finance by having access to industry-standard software such as Python, and dependent on which modules you choose, you could even have the opportunity to participate in trading simulations. You will also gain a number of transferable skills such as the importance of adaptability, resilience and personal effectiveness which will only further enhance your career prospects.
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.
At Birmingham, your university experience isn’t just about studying. You will have the opportunity to discover new experiences, develop different skills and make friends for life.
Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.
Coming to Birmingham to study might be your first time living away from home. Our student accommodation will allow you to enjoy your independence in safe, welcoming and sociable surroundings.
As one of the original pioneering cities, Birmingham has developed into a melting pot for shopping, food and drink, nightlife, sport, culture, and industry. It’s no wonder our students fall in love with the city.
Our green and spacious campus is the place where our diverse community comes together to learn, relax and socialise. Like a town of its own, just minutes from the hustle and bustle of the UK’s second city.
Whoever you are and wherever you come from, we are committed to providing the best possible support to all of our students, both before you start and throughout your time on campus, so that you can get the most out of your university experience.
Explore our beautiful campus from wherever you are. Get a feel for the wide range of historic and modern spaces and state-of-the-art facilities.