University of Chester - Banking and Finance MSc

University of Chester

Banking and Finance MSc

Aligned with the Chartered Banker Institute (CBI) syllabus, this course gives you the skills you need to work in today’s banking and finance industry with a focus on concepts such as credit risk management, strategy, corporate governance and ethics, sustainability, and quantitative techniques.

You will learn through hands-on experience the importance of innovation within banking and finance to increase your future employability.

In the final year, students have the opportunity to apply key skills within their final projects in the form of a dissertation, a new business development proposal, or a case study analysis.

Why study this course with us?

This course prepares you for today’s banking and finance world and covers core concepts such as credit risk management, corporate governance, market, and securities alongside the information technology skills needed to enhance your employability.

Our academics have both the industry and academic credentials to ensure that the application of theory into practice is at the heart of your course. You will have the opportunity to create a network of like-minded peers.

The location of Chester Business School provides a unique opportunity to add value to this course by providing expert masterclasses from local, top-ranking companies such as Bank of America, M&S Bank, Airbus, and Bentley Motors.

In addition, the final project offers the choice to directly influence your professional interests and career goals.  Your assessments will include case studies to give you the practical experience employers are looking for.

Entry Requirements

Students are required to have a 2:2 Honours degree, or equivalent in any discipline. 

Non-standard qualifications will be considered for entry on their own merit.

All applicants will be required to complete a standard application form and may be invited to attend an informal interview if required.

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English Language Requirements

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Entry Requirements.

Career Prospects

An MSc in Banking and Finance offers specialised skills for those looking to set up their own business, as well as knowledge for a career in general and investment banking or as a financial analyst or adviser. The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences through the curriculum, employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance. It is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work. Students and graduates can use our services free of charge for up to two years after graduating.

Career Opportunities after completing Banking and Finance MSc

  • Financial Analyst. As a financial analyst, you help businesses or individuals make investment decisions.
  • Personal Financial Adviser.
  • Relationship Manager. 
  • Accountant.
  • Auditor.
  • Branch Manager.
  • Loan Officer.
  • Collector.

Course Details

This course include

The commercial lending environment – the legal factors, regulation, and impact of digitisation. Sources of information-credit rating agencies, financial statements etc.


Loan syndication – arranger banks, lead arrangers, project finance, benefits


The commercial lending environment – the legal factors, regulation, and impact of digitisation. Sources of information-credit rating agencies, financial statements etc.


Loan syndication – arranger banks, lead arrangers, project finance, benefits

Courses Modules

Artificial Intelligence in Finance and Analytics (40 credits) Core
Corporate Governance and Risk (40 Credits) Core
Commercial and Investment Banking (20 Credits) Core
Research Methods for Accounting and Finance (20 Credits) Core
Dissertation for Accounting and Finance (60 Credits) Option
New Business Development Proposal (60 Credits) Option
Case Study In Context (60 Credits) Option

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