Name: Msc
Price: 44928 USD

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London School of Economics

London

United Kingdom

Overview

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The MSc Finance (full-time) programme is one of the world’s leading generalist finance master's degrees, ideal for those whose career objectives lie broadly within the financial services sector.

The programme offers high level graduates, whose backgrounds may not necessarily be in finance, a unique opportunity to gain a comprehensive foundation and subsequent depth in the field. One of the most sought after degrees at LSE, the programme attracts some of the very best students from leading institutions around the world.

You will gain an in-depth grounding with core courses in corporate finance and financial markets, before tailoring the degree to your goals with a range of optional courses, including a number of specifically designed applied courses. You will have the opportunity to gain deeper practical insight and links to the City, and will benefit from close interaction with LSE's Financial Markets Group and the Systemic Risk Centre, which attract leading finance researchers from across the world to their numerous research seminars and conferences. You will also have the opportunity to meet and network with the MSc Finance (part-time) students throughout the year.

The programme enjoys an excellent reputation amongst employers, with alumni working in a range of organisations including leading investment banks, financial institutions, consultancies and boutique firms.

Total Tuition Fees

$44,928

Duration

10 Months

Ranking

#244

US World and News Report

#27

The World University Rankings

#49

QS World University Rankings

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Class Profile

Class Size

Average Age

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Language Test Scores

Minimum Score

7 / 9

Minimum Score

100 / 120

Diversity

Asia:

North America:

10%

Europe:

20%

Oceania:

Africa:

United Kingdom:

60%

Admissions

Application Requirements

What Really Matters When Applying

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GRE
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GMAT
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Curriculum Vitae
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IELTS
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Academic LOR
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Professional LOR
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Statement of Purpose
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TOEFL
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Career Outcomes

Prospective Job Roles

Business analyst

Financial Engineer

Investment Advisor

Trade Finance Specialist

Accountant

Financial Analyst

Auditor

Senior Accountant

Financial Manager

Top recruiters

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$44,928 / year

Overall Cost

$63,553 / year

Funding Options

Department Funding

External Sources - Scholarships

Scholarships

The School recognises that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your home town or country, and we provide generous scholarships each year to home and overseas students.

This programme is eligible for needs-based awards from LSE, including the Graduate Support Scheme, Master's Awards and Anniversary Scholarships.

Selection for any funding opportunity is based on receipt of an offer for a place and submitting a Graduate Financial Support application, before the funding deadline. Funding deadline for needs-based awards from LSE: 25 April 2024.

In addition to our needs-based awards, LSE also makes available scholarships for students from specific regions of the world and awards for students studying specific subject areas. Find out more about financial support.

Department scholarships

All scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis from November onwards.

WOMEN IN FINANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

Funded by: LSE Department of Finance

Value: up to £20,000

Open to: All successful female applicants. These scholarships will be awarded based on merit: the aim is to support exceptional female candidates take up their places on the programme and embark on a career in the financial sector.

Number of awards: Multiple

The scholarships will be a contribution towards tuition fees, and further information can be found on the Financial Support Office website.

ANTOINE FAURE-GRIMAUD SCHOLARSHIPS

Funded by: LSE Department of Finance

Value: up to £20,000

Open to: All successful applicants to the programme. These scholarships will be awarded based on academic merit and financial need.

Number of awards: Multiple

The scholarships will be a contribution towards tuition fees, and further information can be found on the Financial Support Office website.

Government tuition fee loans and external funding

A postgraduate loan is available from the UK government for eligible students studying for a first master’s programme, to help with fees and living costs. Some other governments and organisations also offer tuition fee loan schemes.

Find out more about tuition fee loans