Study at Newcastle University Business School
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
| Programme details | |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Master of Science (MSc) |
| Discipline: |
Risk Management
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| Duration: | 12 months |
| Annual tuition (EEA) | 24,000 GBP |
| Annual tuition (non-EEA) | 24,000 GBP |
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Our Quantitative Finance and Risk Management MSc will develop your understanding of generalist finance issues. You'll also develop specialist practical skills in quantitative methodology and risk management.
Develop your career in financial services, or as a quantitative analyst in investment banking and risk management fields.
There has been worldwide growth in the financial services sector. This has fuelled the demand for suitably qualified graduates. We ensure you'll graduate ready to meet this demand. You'll develop a sound understanding of generalist finance issues, and gain specialist skills in quantitative methodology and risk management.
You'll be able to develop a career in the financial services sector. The course is also suitable for future quantitative analysts in economics and finance.
This course will provide the opportunity for you to develop relevant skills and a practical understanding of:
Of particular note is the practical module on MATLAB. This provides you with a detailed understanding of how this programming tool can be used for effective empirical modelling.
Where possible you'll have access to advanced statistical software including:
You'll also have access to a number of financial databases including:
Graduates from this course have undertaken various roles, including:
This course prepares you for a wide range of careers with employers, such as: