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About the programme

  • Part-time programme:

    earn your degree in 24 months and complete coursework on your schedule.

  • Flexible start date:

    choose to begin in September, May or June.

  • Cutting-edge curriculum:

    explore topics ranging from sustainability to AI, ensuring you’re ready to meet the needs of the global marketplace.

Curriculum

Lancaster University’s MSc Global Finance has been uniquely designed to accelerate the careers of a broad range of professionals by teaching them the critical theory and key practical skills needed to thrive in business. Boasting a comprehensive curriculum developed to cultivate a holistic understanding of global market considerations, participants will gain expertise in industry-relevant areas such as AI, sustainability, macroeconomics, investment and corporate finance, culminating in a dissertation that addresses a real-world financial challenge. 

As you progress through the programme, you’ll:

  • Gain hands-on expertise:

    at Lancaster University Management School (LUMS), you won’t just learn theory – you’ll learn how to get the deal done.

  • Leverage the insights of your peers:

    a live, one-hour online class each week means the chance to discuss and debate key market factors with a diverse community of professionals, expertly led by experienced academics.

  • Conduct independent research:

    you’ll learn to apply rigorous methodologies to produce insights and develop solutions to complex financial problems, and communicate the results effectively.

Ready to advance your career?

School

Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) is a world-leading, triple-accredited business school, seamlessly integrating academic theory with real-world applications throughout our curriculum, equipping graduates with the in-demand skills today’s employers seek.

LUMS ranks among the top five UK business schools for the impact of its research, according to the Financial Times, and is one of just a handful of triple crown business schools that hold accreditation with AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA, the most influential business school accreditation bodies. We are also accredited by the the Small Business Charter (SBC) and hold a 5-star rating from QS for Accounting and Finance, Teaching, Employability, Global Engagement, Research, Facilities and Environmental Impact. Learn more about the Lancaster University Management School.