Gain advanced understanding of sustainable and responsible finance on this one-year MSc. You'll cover the analytical and computational foundations of finance, impact investing, and environmental investment and policy — and you'll graduate ready to meet the growing demand for asset managers who navigate between finance and sustainable investment. On this programme, you'll explore digital finance, public and environmental finance, and social entrepreneurship, all while developing global perspective on alternative assets. This MSc will combine theory with ample opportunities for hands-on experience, preparing you to dive into the opportunities and challenges of rapidly evolving global markets, such as responsible finance, asset allocation, and portfolio construction. This MSc emphasises digital tools and technology, offering modules on artificial intelligence, machine learning, portfolio management, asset allocation, regulations, and financial technologies. Drawing on our research in sustainable and impact finance, you’ll learn to manage investments that address climate change, the effects of disruptive events, poor management of energy and water resources, and social inequality. This “Bigger Picture” element will deepen your understanding of the context behind your work, empowering you to lead with a vision of finance that addresses major societal challenges. You'll gain the latest knowledge and emerging practices in financial resilience and sustainable finance, preparing you to meet the increasing demand for a new class of investors in today’s job market, making you highly valuable to employers. This programme is ideal if you are interested in elevating your expertise in investment to advance your career or conduct further research. It is suitable for graduates in finance, banking, computer science, mathematics, economics or other quantitative disciplines. We welcome those with previous professional experience seeking to develop their knowledge and skillset. Relevant work experience in the finance industry is recommended but not essential.
