| UCAS code | 1234 |
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| Duration | 9 months full time 12 months full time |
| Entry year | 2025 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Discipline | Finance |
| Contact | Web: Enquire online |
| Typical offer | A 2:2 degree (50%+) with honours in Accounting, Finance, Investment, Economics, Maths, Business, Engineering, Social/Natural Science or related discipline from a recognised university. |
|---|---|
Overview
- Ideal for those wanting to launch or accelerate their career in the finance function of an organisation before progressing into general management
- Gain a solid foundation in finance, an overview of the management functions within an organisation, and an introduction into the main ideas and functions of international business and marketing
- Tailor your studies to match your career goals by choosing from a full range of options in finance and management
- Undertake intensive computing training covering Datastream, Thomson Reuters, Bloomberg, BvD Orbis and Zephyr, and other financial databases and software systems including STATA and VBA, is incorporated into relevant modules
- Graduates from this programme have secured roles with a range of organisations including PWC, British Fortune Group, Ernst & Young, Samsung, The Body Shop, Coca Cola HBC, JP Morgan Chase and Roland Berger
UK Business School of the Year
Times Higher Education Awards 2022
Top 10 in the UK for world-leading research in Business and Management
Based on research rated 4* and 3* in the Research Excellence Framework 2021
Triple accredited Business School
AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS
Learn from experts in the field of sustainable and responsible finance and management
UK Business School of the Year
Times Higher Education Awards 2022
Top 10 in the UK for world-leading research in Business and Management
Based on research rated 4* and 3* in the Research Excellence Framework 2021
Triple accredited Business School
AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS
Learn from experts in the field of sustainable and responsible finance and management
Business School staff are all really helpful, particularly my tutor Dr Rajesh Tharyan who teaches Finance with a clear structure and patience. He explains new things in a way that students can easily understand.
Xingyu
MSc Finance and Management
Entry requirements
A 2:2 degree with honours in Accounting, Finance, Investment, Economics, Maths, Business, Engineering, Social/Natural Science or related discipline. Evidence of mathematical/quantitative* ability is essential. We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study, significant relevant work experience or professional qualifications such as CFA, ACCA, ICAEW, ICAS and CIMA.
*Mathematics modules may include, for example, Algebra, Calculus, Econometrics, Statistics, Probability or Optimisation.
Pre-Masters programme for international students
The Graduate Diploma in Finance run by the INTO University of Exeter Centre is a pre-Masters programme designed to enhance your subject knowledge, study skills and English ability. Successful completion of the Diploma (subject to achieving the specific grades of entry) gives students from overseas the skills needed for acceptance onto this Masters programme.
Entry requirements for international students
Please visit our entry requirements section for equivalencies from your country and further information on English language requirements.
Entry requirements for international students
English language requirements
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.
Course content
The difference between our 9 month and 12 month programme is that the 12 month programme includes a dissertation. Students on the 9 month programme take additional taught modules to make up these learning credits. Both programmes have exactly the same entry requirements and result in exactly the same award.
The 9 month variant of this programme is available for study nine months full-time over three terms from September to June and is University-based throughout this time.
- During the programme you will study modules totalling 180 credits.
- Please note that programme structures may be subject to change.
- Descriptions of the individual modules are given in full on the Business School postgraduate module list.
60 credits of compulsory modules and 120 credits of optional modules
a Students must choose 60 credits from this group to gain a with ‘Sustainable Finance’ Pathway.
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BEAM047 | Fundamentals of Financial Management | 15 |
| BEAM032 | Investment Analysis 1 | 15 |
| BEMM068 | Managing Competitive Strategy | 15 |
| BEMM148 | Marketing Strategy | 15 |
Optional modules
You will choose options totalling 120 credits from a regularly updated selection:
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BEAM050 | Advanced Corporate Finance | 15 |
| BEAM031 | Financial Instruments | 15 |
| BEMM114 | Managing Operations | 15 |
| BEMM116 | Principles of International Business | 15 |
| BEAM033 | Banking and Financial Services | 15 |
| BEAM035 | Derivatives Pricing | 15 |
| BEAM036 | Domestic and International Portfolio Management | 15 |
| BEMM394 | Entrepreneurship: New Venture Creation | 15 |
| BEAM042 | International Financial Management | 15 |
| BEAM038 | Investment Analysis 2 | 15 |
| BEMM071 | Leadership and Global Challenges | 15 |
| BEMM059 | International Human Resource Management | 15 |
| BEMM118 | Strategic Innovation Management | 15 |
| BEAM029 | Topics in Financial Economics | 15 |
| BEAM052 | Corporate Governance and Finance [See note a above] | 15 |
| BEAM053 | Mergers, Management Buyouts and Other Corporate Reorganisations | 15 |
| BEAM046 | Financial Modelling | 15 |
| BEMM786 | Service Design and Innovation | 15 |
| BEAM065 | Bank Management | 15 |
| BEAM102 | Financial Institutions Risk Management [See note a above] | 15 |
| BEAM103 | Climate Finance and Investments [See note a above] | 15 |
| BEAM104 | Sustainable and Responsible Finance [See note a above] | 15 |
The 12 month variant of this programme is available for study twelve months full-time from September to September and is University-based throughout this time.
- During the programme you will study modules totalling 180 credits.
- Please note that programme structures may be subject to change.
- Descriptions of the individual modules are given in full on the Business School postgraduate module list.
a BEAM007 must be taken alongside BEAM038 - Students taking BEAM007 and BEAM038 choose 90 credits from the optional modules.
b You may choose one of either BEAM101, BEAM079 and BEMM384 instead of BEAM007 and BEAM03 - Students taking BEAM101, BEAM079 BEMM384 choose 105 credits from the options below.
c Students must choose BEAM101 and 30 credits from this group to gain a with ‘Sustainable Finance’ Pathway.
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BEAM047 | Fundamentals of Financial Management | 15 |
| BEAM032 | Investment Analysis 1 | 15 |
| BEMM068 | Managing Competitive Strategy | 15 |
| BEAM007 | Investment Analysis Dissertation [See note a above] | 30 |
| BEAM038 | Investment Analysis 2 [See note a above] | 15 |
| BEMM384 | International Business Plan [See note b above] | 30 |
| BEAM101 | Sustainable Finance Project [See note b above] | 30 |
| BEAM079 | Coding Analytics for Accounting and Finance [See note b above] | 30 |
Optional modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BEAM050 | Advanced Corporate Finance | 15 |
| BEAM031 | Financial Instruments | 15 |
| BEAM033 | Banking and Financial Services | 15 |
| BEAM035 | Derivatives Pricing | 15 |
| BEAM036 | Domestic and International Portfolio Management | 15 |
| BEMM394 | Entrepreneurship: New Venture Creation | 15 |
| BEAM042 | International Financial Management | 15 |
| BEMM071 | Leadership and Global Challenges | 15 |
| BEMM059 | International Human Resource Management | 15 |
| BEMM118 | Strategic Innovation Management | 15 |
| BEMM115 | Marketing Analysis and Research | 15 |
| BEMM389 | Business Analytics and Research Skills | 15 |
| BEAM029 | Topics in Financial Economics | 15 |
| BEAM052 | Corporate Governance and Finance [See note c above] | 15 |
| BEAM053 | Mergers, Management Buyouts and Other Corporate Reorganisations | 15 |
| BEMM114 | Managing Operations | 15 |
| BEMM116 | Principles of International Business | 15 |
| BEAM046 | Financial Modelling | 15 |
| BEAM065 | Bank Management | 15 |
| BEMM786 | Service Design and Innovation | 15 |
| BEMM148 | Marketing Strategy | 15 |
| BEAM038 | Investment Analysis 2 | 15 |
| BEAM104 | Sustainable and Responsible Finance [See note c above] | 15 |
| BEAM103 | Climate Finance and Investments [See note c above] | 15 |
| BEAM102 | Financial Institutions' Risk Management [See note c above] | 15 |
This pathway allows you to select specific modules that will allow you to graduate in MSc Finance and Management with Sustainable Finance.
The Sustainable Finance pathway will equip you to embed green and sustainable finance principles and practice into your advice, analysis, actions and decision. The finance industry is increasingly recognising the importance of integrating sustainability considerations into decision-making processes and companies, investors, and regulators are seeking professionals who possess both financial expertise and knowledge of sustainable practices. This pathway will provide you with specialist skills in this area.
You will learn from research expertise developed within the Exeter Sustainable Finance Centre, which will introduce you to cutting-edge theory and practice in sustainable and responsible finance. Leading academics actively engaged in research on climate finance, environment and sustainability will deliver these modules, which are designed to give insight into theory that has been important in shaping agendas relating to global sustainability.
Students must study 60 credits from:
| Code | Module title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BEAM052 | Corporate Governance and Finance | 15 |
| BEAM104 | Sustainable and Responsible Finance | 15 |
| BEAM103 | Climate Finance and Investments | 15 |
| BEAM102 | Financial Institutions Risk Management | 15 |
This pathway allows you to select specific modules that will allow you to graduate in MSc Finance and Management with Sustainable Finance.
The Sustainable Finance pathway will equip you to embed green and sustainable finance principles and practice into your advice, analysis, actions and decision. The finance industry is increasingly recognising the importance of integrating sustainability considerations into decision-making processes and companies, investors, and regulators are seeking professionals who possess both financial expertise and knowledge of sustainable practices. This pathway will provide you with specialist skills in this area.
You will learn from research expertise developed within the Exeter Sustainable Finance Centre, which will introduce you to cutting-edge theory and practice in sustainable and responsible finance. Leading academics actively engaged in research on climate finance, environment and sustainability will deliver these modules, which are designed to give insight into theory that has been important in shaping agendas relating to global sustainability.
During the summer, you will conduct a Sustainable Finance Project to solve real-world problems and create positive impact, leading to a sustainable future world through transformative research, education and engagement.
Students must study BEAM101 Sustainable Finance Project (30 credits) and choose another 30 credits from:
| Code | Module title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BEAM052 | Corporate Governance and Finance | 15 |
| BEAM103 | Climate Finance and Investments | 15 |
| BEAM102 | Financial Institutions Risk Management | 15 |
| BEAM104 | Sustainable and Responsible Finance | 15 |
Fees
2025/26 entry
UK fees per year:
£19,900 full-time
International fees per year:
£32,300 full-time
Scholarships
The University of Exeter has many different scholarships available to support your education, including £5 million in scholarships for international students applying to study with us in the 2025/26 academic year, such as our Exeter Excellence Scholarships*.
For more information on scholarships and other financial support, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page.
*Terms and conditions apply. See online for details.
Teaching and research
Our postgraduate taught programmes utilise a range of teaching methods including lectures, seminars and tutorials.
Lectures
The aim of lectures is to give you information on ideas that are central to the module and to help you in developing your understanding of complex ideas. Many of the teaching materials for lectures are made available to you electronically to accompany the notes you take during the lecture. Lectures are given by a range of staff members, including leading professors, who integrate their latest research findings into the teaching that you receive. Guest lecturers, including members of industry, also contribute to some modules.
Seminars and tutorials
Seminars and tutorials involve an in-depth exploration of the issues covered in lectures as well as giving you the opportunity to discuss various concepts and theories and receive feedback on your written assignments.
Research-led teaching
Our research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.
We are a research intensive faculty and cover a wide range of themes which inform our teaching. Our research is driven by the understanding that accounting and finance continues to play a fundamental role in organisations and society. As a result, many of our inspiring academics are regularly invited to advise policy-makers at institutions including H.M Revenue and Customs, International Accounting Standards Board, Financial Reporting Council, the Pensions Regulator, and the Bank of England.
Taught by leading experts
You will be taught by internationally respected academics who are at the forefront of their research. We draw upon disciplines across the social sciences and give emphasis to the dynamic nature of enterprise, global connectivity and the management and leadership of the global challenges that lie ahead.
The Business School is home to the following research centres
- Centre for Entrepreneurship
- Centre for Innovation in Business Education
- Centre for Simulation, Analytics and Modelling (CSAM)
- Exeter Centre for Social Networks (ECSN)
- Exeter Centre for Leadership (ExCL)
- Exeter Sustainable Finance Centre (ESF)
- Initiative in the Digital Economy at Exeter (INDEX)
- Land, Environment, Economics and Policy Institute (LEEP)
- Research Methods Centre
- Tax Administration Research Centre (TARC)
- The Exeter Centre for Circular Economy (ECCE)
Careers
Preparing you for success
This Masters degree is designed to prepare you for a successful career, wherever in the world you plan to work. We’ll prepare you for your career by teaching you advanced communication and technical skills, team-working and independent research, project-management and the very latest specialist knowledge.
Develop skills that employers value
Our MSc in Finance & Management will enable you to develop the professional and financial and management skills and subject expertise to make you a valuable asset from day one of your career.
Careers paths
Graduates can look forward to working in a diverse range of roles, ranging from working in small business where the ability to control finances is essential, to within the finance function of large business organisations, or in the public sector.
Possible roles include:
- Investment Analyst (market research, analysis of funds, trends for strategic planning)
- Investment/Portfolio Manager (dealing with client’s portfolio & completing transactions)
- Financial Manager in a big corporate or start-up
- General Manager in a big corporate or start-up
- Marketing Manager in a big corporate or start-up
Select modules to suit your future career
By carefully selecting your optional modules such as banking, entrepreneurship, portfolio management, derivatives, investment analysis, corporate finance & governance, international human resource management or strategic innovation management, you can start to develop a specialisation to enhance your employability and achieve your career goals.
Potential employers
- investment management companies where analysts provide information to in-house fund managers
- stockbrokers and investment banks, where the analysts' research assists clients of their company, usually fund managers but sometimes also company executives and directors
- wealth management divisions of investment banks
- institutional investors, such as large charities, pension funds and life assurance companies
- hedge funds, private equity funds, wealth management offices
- consulting companies from strategy consulting companies to the big four
- government or public organisations
- SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises)
Graduate training routes
Multi-nationals such as Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Barclays, HSBC, Vanguard Asset Management, Credit Suisse, Amundi, Citibank and Deutsche Bank have graduate training routes in many countries in which they are based. Country-specific financial institutions like Bank of China (Hong Kong) or China Construction Bank and smaller organisations across the world also offer graduate training routes and employment opportunities with specific recruitment cycles appropriate to their local employment market.
Graduate success
Graduates from this programme have secured roles with a range of organisations including PWC, British Fortune Group, Ernst & Young, Samsung, The Body Shop, Coca Cola HBC, JP Morgan Chase and Roland Berger.
Further information can be found at:
- eFinancialCareers
- Prospects.ac.uk - Types of jobs: Accountancy, banking and finance
- TARGETjobs - Finance graduate careers advice
Developing your skills and career prospects
The University of Exeter Business School provides a range of support to help you develop skills attractive to employers. Visit our postgraduate Business School careers web pages for more information.
