Candidates will study financial institutions, the role of the non-deposit financial institutions, corporate strategic investment decisions, techniques of asset and firm valuation and the nature and use of complex financial instruments.
The course is ideal for students who wish to pursue careers in investment, finance management and financial analysis or to pursue further studies in finance.
Most students will take part in a placement or internship as part of the Executive Company Project module, although the option of a traditional dissertation is available.
There are also ways for you to tailor your university experience to your interests. You will have opportunities to get involved with a #DMUglobal experience and choose a language study option.
Reasons to study Global Finance and Investment at De Montfort University:
- Access to the Bloomberg Trading Room and industry standard software
- Unique learning environment headquartered in the Great Hall of Leicester Castle
- Visionary leadership talks from leading business figures
- Networking and peer support as a result of being part of a small, exceptionally talented tutor group
- Mentoring and one-to-one academic support from leading academics, at the forefront of their fields
- Emphasis on the development of business-relevant cultural awareness, including optional language study
Careers and Opportunities
#DMUglobal
This is our innovattive international experience programme which aims to enrich your studies and expand your cultural horizons - helping you to become a global graduate, equipped to meet the needs of employers across the world.Ê
Through #DMUglobal, we offer a wide range of opportunities including on-campus and UK activities, overseas study, internships, faculty-led field trips and volunteering, as well as Erasmus+ and international exchanges.Ê
Graduate Careers:
A Global Finance and Investment MSc will open up a wide range of career opportunities as you develop a broad base of skills that are in great demand with global employers.Ê
You may choose to pursue a career in finance and accounting or a variety of other roles within the finance industry.ÊYou will benefit from access to DMU's established Careers and Employability Team, who offer employability sessions and workshops, with personalised support via a careers coach to advise you on your options and to help develop your plans.ÊÊ
