Gain an international perspective in the role of finance and monetary policy. Our International Economics and Finance MSc is suitable for those without a financial background. It is also for those interested in a management career with an emphasis on finance and international economics. The behaviour of public and private sector organisations is influenced by international economic developments in the financial and goods markets. A comprehensive understanding of economic and financial theory and policy dimensions within an open economy context is in high demand.

This course will suit you if you're interested in the following careers:

• investment banking
• financial research
• financial trading

What you'll learn

You'll learn to understand and analyse:

• international finance markets
• the international trading system
• the role played by key supranational institutions like the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Trade Organization (WTO)

Advanced statistical software

Where possible you'll have access to advanced statistical software including:

Software includes:

• Eviews
• SPSS
• Stata
• Gauss
• MATLAB
• SAS
• Maple
• Minitab

Financial databases

You'll also have access to a number of financial databases including:

• Bloomberg
• DataStream
• Fame
• Amadeus
• WRDS
• Compustat
• CRSP
• Oriana
• Global Financial Database

Your development

Professional skills

On completion of this course, you'll be able to:

• deploy the main analytical techniques in the area of finance and have an advanced capability with some of these techniques
• critically assess the quality of the analytical data generated by these techniques
• synthesise and present relevant data, conclusions and recommendations to both specialist and non-specialist audiences
• exercise responsibility and leadership in group projects
• apply knowledge, skills and understanding to complex issues within finance and related industries

You'll be able to showcase professional skills including a comprehensive set of technical and quantitative skills. These are highly valued in the private sector.

If you wish to pursue further research for a career in research institutions or central banks you'll be able to gain preliminary training.

Professional development

You'll benefit from our status as a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner. Through self-study, you'll complete the Bloomberg Market Concepts certificate. This gives you an interactive introduction to the financial markets

You'll be able to take part in a live financial trading simulation. This is delivered jointly with:

• amplify trading
• CFA annual global investment challenge

You'll gain insights into different roles in the financial industry and boost your employability.

Your future

Graduate destinations

Graduates from this course have undertaken various roles, including:

• data analyst
• planning analyst
• principal economist
• auditor
• corporate finance and research analyst
• broker
• senior Financial Analyst
• PhD candidate

Careers

This course prepares you for a wide range of careers with employers, such as:

• PwC
• Bloomberg
• Brewin Dolphin
• HM Revenue and Customs
• Handelsbanken
• CLP Insurance Brokers
• Fitch Ratings
• Shanghai Greatwisdom Co. Ltd
• Experian PLC
• Siemens AG

Guest lectures

Practitioners from the world of finance and business give guest lectures every year. This provides an insight into career paths and job roles. You'll interact with these experts to:

• identify career opportunities
• develop strategies on how to progress in your career

Networking opportunities

Throughout the academic year we also hold many events on campus that you are welcome to join. Events are topical and provide great opportunities for you to network with:

• national and multinational organisations
• alumni
• peers

Our Careers Service

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.