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Why choose the Graduate School of Business
Our business and management courses rank 3rd overall in their subject field in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024, with top 3 rankings for teaching, student engagement, sense of community and organisation.
Real-world learning experiences through immersive simulations, modern case studies and industry collaboration.
Industry-standard software such as Sage, Refinitiv Eikon and econometrics tools such as STATA and R.
About the course
This course is developed at the interface between Economics and Finance. A basic goal of the course is todemonstrate the use of ideas and tools in contexts of financial economics where they are indispensable and widely exploited. You will explore the global role of financial systems in modern economics and learn to analyse the impact of economic events on financial markets and foster the ability in developing and evaluating strategic decisions for businesses, with a focus on financial risk and return.
This course will further encourage students to stay updated with the latest developments in financial economics, as the field is dynamic and constantly evolving. You will become a user of the application of financial analysis techniques in real-world business scenarios, leading to more effective financial management which will enable you to better understand the impact and reach of economic and financial decisions. You will further develop the necessary quantitative, research, and presentation skills required for a successful career.
Finally, it will promote ethical behaviour and professional standards in the financial industry, emphasising the importance of integrity and responsible financial decision-making.
For further course information, contact Dr Ourania Dimitraki at ourania.dimitraki@beds.ac.uk
Facilities and specialist equipment
- Cutting-edge business analytics suite specifically tailored to essential data practices
- Industry-standard financial and econometrics software - including Sage, Refinitiv Eikon and STATA - to prepare you for today’s workplace
- Reuters trading room offering live ‘stock-market’ data for a realistic investment experience
- Access to international learning resources from Harvard Business Publishing, providing advanced simulations in core areas
- Business pods, boardroom areas and IT suites designed to simulate a professional office environment
Your student experience
Learn from our highly qualified academics, whose active industry involvement directly shapes the course and ensures you stay on top of the latest developments in the field.
Due to our focus on putting theoretical knowledge into hands-on learning, you gain the tools and techniques needed to solve genuine business challenges.
Develop key vocational skills including critical thinking; academic enquiry; sound judgement; and effective communication.
Get involved in real-life accounting and business problems with the University’s Research and Innovation Service (RIS), where you can assist businesses, from start-ups to established corporations, to up-skill and innovate.
Enrich your student experience with industry masterclasses and our Global Guest Speaker series, featuring high-profile academics, industry experts and business leaders.
Take part in field trips to major financial locations including the Bank of England.
Our annual conference provides further avenues for work experience, contact building and specialist skill acquisition.
Shape the course to your interests and career ambitions with your choice of Master’s capstone dissertation, professional placement, internship or live project.
Course Leader - Dr Ourania Dimitraki
Dr. Ourania Dimitraki is a Senior Lecturer in Economics and Finance with over 15 years of experience teaching at universities in the UK and Greece. She brings a wealth of expertise in applied economics, particularly in defence and peace economics, and is skilled at engaging students from diverse backgrounds.
Before academia, Dr. Ourania worked as a governmental official in Greece. She holds an MRes in Politics (2007) and a PhD in Economics (2012) from Brunel University, UK, following her undergraduate studies in Economics at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Her research focuses on the impact of political regimes, defence policies, and social dynamics on economic well-being, particularly in less developed countries. Known for her rigorous research and clear communication, Dr. Ourania has managed complex projects and produced influential publications. She is also committed to expanding her involvement in international peace research programs.
Course Leader - Dr Ourania Dimitraki
Dr. Ourania Dimitraki is a Senior Lecturer in Economics and Finance with over 15 years of experience teaching at universities in the UK and Greece. She brings a wealth of expertise in applied economics, particularly in defence and peace economics, and is skilled at engaging students from diverse backgrounds.
Before academia, Dr. Ourania worked as a governmental official in Greece. She holds an MRes in Politics (2007) and a PhD in Economics (2012) from Brunel University, UK, following her undergraduate studies in Economics at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Her research focuses on the impact of political regimes, defence policies, and social dynamics on economic well-being, particularly in less developed countries. Known for her rigorous research and clear communication, Dr. Ourania has managed complex projects and produced influential publications. She is also committed to expanding her involvement in international peace research programs.
Course Leader - Dr Ourania Dimitraki
Dr. Ourania Dimitraki is a Senior Lecturer in Economics and Finance with over 15 years of experience teaching at universities in the UK and Greece. She brings a wealth of expertise in applied economics, particularly in defence and peace economics, and is skilled at engaging students from diverse backgrounds.
Before academia, Dr. Ourania worked as a governmental official in Greece. She holds an MRes in Politics (2007) and a PhD in Economics (2012) from Brunel University, UK, following her undergraduate studies in Economics at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Her research focuses on the impact of political regimes, defence policies, and social dynamics on economic well-being, particularly in less developed countries. Known for her rigorous research and clear communication, Dr. Ourania has managed complex projects and produced influential publications. She is also committed to expanding her involvement in international peace research programs.
Course Leader - Dr Ourania Dimitraki
Dr. Ourania Dimitraki is a Senior Lecturer in Economics and Finance with over 15 years of experience teaching at universities in the UK and Greece. She brings a wealth of expertise in applied economics, particularly in defence and peace economics, and is skilled at engaging students from diverse backgrounds.
Before academia, Dr. Ourania worked as a governmental official in Greece. She holds an MRes in Politics (2007) and a PhD in Economics (2012) from Brunel University, UK, following her undergraduate studies in Economics at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Her research focuses on the impact of political regimes, defence policies, and social dynamics on economic well-being, particularly in less developed countries. Known for her rigorous research and clear communication, Dr. Ourania has managed complex projects and produced influential publications. She is also committed to expanding her involvement in international peace research programs.
Course Leader - Dr Ourania Dimitraki
Dr. Ourania Dimitraki is a Senior Lecturer in Economics and Finance with over 15 years of experience teaching at universities in the UK and Greece. She brings a wealth of expertise in applied economics, particularly in defence and peace economics, and is skilled at engaging students from diverse backgrounds.
Before academia, Dr. Ourania worked as a governmental official in Greece. She holds an MRes in Politics (2007) and a PhD in Economics (2012) from Brunel University, UK, following her undergraduate studies in Economics at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Her research focuses on the impact of political regimes, defence policies, and social dynamics on economic well-being, particularly in less developed countries. Known for her rigorous research and clear communication, Dr. Ourania has managed complex projects and produced influential publications. She is also committed to expanding her involvement in international peace research programs.
Course Leader - Dr Ourania Dimitraki
Dr. Ourania Dimitraki is a Senior Lecturer in Economics and Finance with over 15 years of experience teaching at universities in the UK and Greece. She brings a wealth of expertise in applied economics, particularly in defence and peace economics, and is skilled at engaging students from diverse backgrounds.
Before academia, Dr. Ourania worked as a governmental official in Greece. She holds an MRes in Politics (2007) and a PhD in Economics (2012) from Brunel University, UK, following her undergraduate studies in Economics at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Her research focuses on the impact of political regimes, defence policies, and social dynamics on economic well-being, particularly in less developed countries. Known for her rigorous research and clear communication, Dr. Ourania has managed complex projects and produced influential publications. She is also committed to expanding her involvement in international peace research programs.
What will you study?
Studying our Financial Economics MSc course will equip you with the in-depth knowledge and skills in the combined areas of modern economics and finance. Our unit in Economics and Financial Markets will allow you to explore the core principles of microeconomics, macroeconomics, financial markets, institutions and their practical application. You will analyse the functions of a financial system and identify key financial instruments alongside comparing the differences in financial systems between countries.
Similarly, our unit in Advanced Management Accounting will provide you with a critical understanding of tools and techniques used in management to make decisions, maximise revenue and minimise cost. Through combining management accounting and financial planning, you will learn to make effective management decisions in order to drive successful businesses. Aside from this, you will assess theories of International Trade and Monetary Policy to discover how countries exchange goods and services, manage international migration and facilitate foreign direct investment flows.
This unit will explore the reason behind restrictions or regulations on international trade and the implications of these policies on economic welfare. This includes analysing the operations of international and European monetary systems, its advancements and challenges. Alongside this, you will consider real-world issues such as balance of payment problems, causes of exchange rate movements and the impact of economic connections between countries.
Furthermore, you will develop a critical and informed understanding of business environments and the business opportunities within them in our Strategy unit. Here, you will be introduced to a range of tools and concepts for strategic analysis and business modelling that will allow you to assess the strategic position of business organisations, formulate strategies, evaluate options and implement strategic decisions. Finally, you will complete our Capstone unit that will allow you to bring theory and practice together and research a topic of your interest that is relevant to your field of study. To help you with this, you will be introduced to the processes and techniques of research methods while working with a research supervisor to develop your ideas.
How will you be assessed?
Your assessments prepare you for career tasks and activities, developing your employability skills and industry-specific knowledge. Your assessments build your competencies and confidence with a strong emphasis on authentic assessment, including a mix-of:
- Live projects, working on real-world industry projects
- Group and individual assessments
- Presentations
- Industry reports
- Reflexive work
There are no exams in this course. The capstone of your course is a dissertation, developing an individual independent piece of work under supervision. This challenging, enjoyable and rewarding experience enhance your conceptual and analytical skills, as well as research and data management expertise.
Careers
You will have the skills needed to take up opportunities in banking and finance or the public sector. Career paths include research and analysis; financial risk analysis; and economics and research.
This course is an appropriate foundation for further academic study at either MPhil or PhD level.
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Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
Fees for this course
UK
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £10,000 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees and living costs. Visit www.gov.uk/postgraduate-loan
Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk
International 2024/25
The full-time standard fee for a taught Master's degree for the Academic Year 2025/26 is £16,900
If you have any questions around fees and funding, please email international@beds.ac.uk
