MSc Finance (full-time) at London School of Economics and Political Science

The MSc Finance (full-time) programme is a leading generalist finance master's, ideal for careers in the financial services sector. 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.

Department: Department of Finance  |  Duration: 10 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Pre-sessional course begins in August 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Department of Finance enjoys a pre-eminent reputation for the excellence of its teaching and research. Our diverse faculty and student body come from across the globe, providing a rich environment in which to research and study finance, ensuring that we continue to rank alongside the most highly-rated Departments in the world. Compulsory and core courses include Corporate Finance, Asset Markets, Topics in Asset Management, Corporate Investment and Financial Policy.

Career pathways

Graduates of the department have excellent career prospects relative to their peers. Our MSc programmes prepare students for a range of careers in investment banking, consulting and the wider financial services sector.

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