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Cranfield University: Finance
| Institution | Cranfield University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Cranfield School of Management |
| Web | https://www.cranfield.ac.uk |
| studysom@cranfield.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01234 758081 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Our Finance MSc is a top-ranked finance master’s course. It is ranked 8th in the UK and 56th in the world by QS World University Rankings: Masters in Finance Ranking 2025.
The course provides you with a solid grounding in finance and investment and offers extensive training in the relevant tools and techniques and how to apply them practically in the global finance workplace.
This course is for:
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Graduates with a desire to develop their knowledge and skills in finance and investment before seeking their first professional role.
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Professionals with work experience in finance or investment who are seeking to take their career to the next level.
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Individuals who want to be taught by faculty who have experience of business and industry and can bring their knowledge to the programme.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds and each application is considered on its individual merit. Usually applicants must hold: A UK lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree with honours, as a minimum, or equivalent international qualification. Ideally applicants will have studied mathematics, statistics, engineering or economics subjects. Find information about equivalent qualifications in your country on our International entry requirements page. If you have studied or are currently studying at a Chinese university, please note there are some specific requirements for Cranfield School of Management courses. |
| Location | Cranfield School of Management College Road, Cranfield Bedfordshire Milton Keynes MK43 0AL |
Summary
Our Finance MSc is a top-ranked finance master’s course. It is ranked 8th in the UK and 56th in the world by QS World University Rankings: Masters in Finance Ranking 2025.
The course provides you with a solid grounding in finance and investment and offers extensive training in the relevant tools and techniques and how to apply them practically in the global finance workplace.
This course is for:
-
Graduates with a desire to develop their knowledge and skills in finance and investment before seeking their first professional role.
-
Professionals with work experience in finance or investment who are seeking to take their career to the next level.
-
Individuals who want to be taught by faculty who have experience of business and industry and can bring their knowledge to the programme.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds and each application is considered on its individual merit. Usually applicants must hold: A UK lower second-class (2:2) undergraduate degree with honours, as a minimum, or equivalent international qualification. Ideally applicants will have studied mathematics, statistics, engineering or economics subjects. Find information about equivalent qualifications in your country on our International entry requirements page. If you have studied or are currently studying at a Chinese university, please note there are some specific requirements for Cranfield School of Management courses. |
| Location | Cranfield School of Management College Road, Cranfield Bedfordshire Milton Keynes MK43 0AL |
Fees
| EU | 28470 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 14875 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 14875 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 14875 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 14875 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 28470 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Our Finance MSc is a top-ranked finance master’s course. It is ranked 8th in the UK and 56th in the world by QS World University Rankings: Masters in Finance Ranking 2025.
The course provides you with a solid grounding in finance and investment and offers extensive training in the relevant tools and techniques and how to apply them practically in the global finance workplace.
The course is distinctive in covering the principles, tools and techniques of both finance and investment, as well as how to apply them in real work situations.
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You will gain an in-depth understanding of finance and investment, economics, international financial markets and ethics, statistical analysis, financial modelling and investment and portfolio management.
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You will apply financial and investment management theories, tools and techniques in a variety of contexts including case studies, trading simulations and the individual thesis project.
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Modules focus on real-world challenges, and include a combination of case studies, participative exercises, interactive lectures, and group projects.
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You may also have the opportunity to take part in activities, including the CFA Institute UK Research Challenge.
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You will be taught by faculty with experience of the real world of finance and business, as well as having the opportunity to listen to guest speakers.
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You will have access to highly effective infrastructure including Bloomberg live financial data via our Bloomberg Suite.
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You will have the opportunity to study within a truly international environment, with students and academics coming from over 50 countries.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Cranfield welcomes applications from talented candidates of all backgrounds and each application is considered on its individual merit. Usually candidates must hold either a: • First or a 2.1 UK honours degree in a relevant discipline, or Cranfield accepts a range of qualifications from different countries – learn more about international entry requirements via the Cranfield School of Management website. If you are currently studying at a Chinese university, please view specific entry requirements for further study at Cranfield School of Management. Exposure to quantitative subjects (mathematics, statistics, engineering, economics etc.) from previous studies or work experience is essential for this course. |
| Location | Cranfield School of Management College Road, Cranfield Bedfordshire Milton Keynes MK43 0AL |
Summary
Our Finance MSc is a top-ranked finance master’s course. It is ranked 8th in the UK and 56th in the world by QS World University Rankings: Masters in Finance Ranking 2025.
The course provides you with a solid grounding in finance and investment and offers extensive training in the relevant tools and techniques and how to apply them practically in the global finance workplace.
The course is distinctive in covering the principles, tools and techniques of both finance and investment, as well as how to apply them in real work situations.
-
You will gain an in-depth understanding of finance and investment, economics, international financial markets and ethics, statistical analysis, financial modelling and investment and portfolio management.
-
You will apply financial and investment management theories, tools and techniques in a variety of contexts including case studies, trading simulations and the individual thesis project.
-
Modules focus on real-world challenges, and include a combination of case studies, participative exercises, interactive lectures, and group projects.
-
You may also have the opportunity to take part in activities, including the CFA Institute UK Research Challenge.
-
You will be taught by faculty with experience of the real world of finance and business, as well as having the opportunity to listen to guest speakers.
-
You will have access to highly effective infrastructure including Bloomberg live financial data via our Bloomberg Suite.
-
You will have the opportunity to study within a truly international environment, with students and academics coming from over 50 countries.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Cranfield welcomes applications from talented candidates of all backgrounds and each application is considered on its individual merit. Usually candidates must hold either a: • First or a 2.1 UK honours degree in a relevant discipline, or Cranfield accepts a range of qualifications from different countries – learn more about international entry requirements via the Cranfield School of Management website. If you are currently studying at a Chinese university, please view specific entry requirements for further study at Cranfield School of Management. Exposure to quantitative subjects (mathematics, statistics, engineering, economics etc.) from previous studies or work experience is essential for this course. |
| Location | Cranfield School of Management College Road, Cranfield Bedfordshire Milton Keynes MK43 0AL |
Fees
| EU | 30900 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 23700 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 23700 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 23700 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 23700 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 30900 GBP for Year 1 |
Cranfield is a specialist postgraduate university that is a global leader for education and transformational research in technology and management.
We have many world-class, large-scale facilities, including our own global research airport, which offers a unique environment for transformational education and research, living laboratory for testing transformative technologies and new approaches to deliver enhanced social, economic and environmental outcomes.
Cranfield teaches over 5,000 postgraduate students each year and employs around 1,500 academic and support staff. Our staff-to-student ratio is one of the best for any university in the UK.
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