Financial Management MSc

You will develop technical expertise across core areas including financial statement analysis, ethics, governance, and regulatory frameworks alongside specialist knowledge in risk analysis, alternative finance, and international treasury management.

Whether you are building on a finance background or bridging into the sector from another discipline, this programme addresses the knowledge gaps that matter and equips you to apply that knowledge in real-world settings.

You will study in one of the UK's largest financial and professional services hubs outside London, develop hands-on skills through our Bloomberg Training Suite, and have the option to work towards globally recognised Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT) qualifications alongside your degree. 

Delivered by a triple-crown accredited business school, the MSc Financial Management is available with a September 2026 or January 2027 start date, with both intakes offering the same core curriculum and dissertation.

Not sure which finance programme is right for you? Birmingham Business School offers a full range of specialist finance masters, from MSc Investments and MSc Financial Technology to MSc Sustainable Finance. 

Bloomberg Training Suite

You'll also have access to our Bloomberg Training Suite, where you can practise trading techniques and develop your financial modelling skills using the same platforms used by finance professionals worldwide, including:

• Bloomberg
• Capital IQ
• Datastream
• WRDS
• Morningstar
• Thomson One

Build industry credentials alongside your degree

Alongside your MSc, you can work towards two globally recognised Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT) qualifications by completing specific optional modules:

• Certificate in Treasury (CertT)
• Certificate in Treasury Fundamentals (CertTF)

Both credentials are recognised by employers in banking, treasury, and financial management worldwide.

Study at the heart of the UK's second-largest financial centre

Located in the West Midlands, Birmingham is one of the UK's largest hubs for financial and professional services outside London. The city is home to:

• The largest regional offices of all four Big Four firms - PwC, EY, Deloitte, and KPMG
• HSBC UK's head office alone employs over 2,500 people in Birmingham (Birmingham Business)
• Major operations for Deutsche Bank and Goldman Sachs 
• A fast-growing fintech sector (Hiredonline)
• Almost a fifth of all UK finance roles are now based in the West Midlands, giving you direct access to real employers throughout your studies (The Business Desk)

Teaching is delivered through lectures, workshops, and seminars, with assessments including case studies, digital presentations, oral debate, written exams, and individual and group assignments. You will also work with a dedicated supervisor to develop your research proposal into a full dissertation.

September intake

September starters complete four core modules and choose two optional modules from Alternative Finance, International Financial Management, International Treasury Management, and Risk Analysis and Management, tailoring the programme to your specific career interests.

January intake

January starters complete the same core modules, credits, and dissertation as September starters, following a structured pathway that includes International Treasury Management and Risk Analysis and Management. Students starting in September have the flexibility to choose two modules from our wider optional module range.

The modules listed below are an indication only and may be subject to change. Occasionally, it may be necessary to make changes to modules, for example, to ensure they remain current and relevant.

As a research-intensive University, our teaching is informed by the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff. For more information on the circumstances in which the University may need to make changes to modules, please refer to the Terms and Conditions for applicants.

English language requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

• TOEFL iBT taken before January 2026: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
• TOEFL iBT taken from January 2026: 4.5 Overall with no less than 4.5 in any 2 skills and 4 in the other two skills
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
• Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
• LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

English presessional programmes

If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term.  Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.

We charge an annual tuition fee. Fees for September 2026 and January 2027 entry are above.

The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme.

Paying your tuition fees

Tuition fees can either be paid in full or by instalments. You can check whether you are eligible for UK or international fees with our admissions team.

Learn more about postgraduate tuition fees and funding.

Tuition fee deposits for international students

International students undertaking a postgraduate taught degree are required to pay a tuition fee deposit before an electronic Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) can be issued.

Postgraduate Masters loan

To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent). If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.

Scholarships

To help you afford your studies, we have put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.

Some may begin their training in firms of chartered or certified accountants, whilst others may work within charities, health authorities, local government, banks, media, manufacturing industries and IT companies. 

Birmingham is the second largest city in the UK for financial companies, and our proximity to London, the global financial capital, and ever-growing relationship with key employers in the financial sector, will provide you with the opportunity to meet and network with leading global organisations.

Your careers toolkit

Gain skills, confidence and experiences ready for the world of work with your dedicated careers toolkit. With Careers Network, your dedicated careers service, and the variety of opportunities available at Birmingham, you can build your own toolkit of skills and experiences to get you ready for an ever-changing world after graduation.

Your careers toolkit connects you with the opportunities, support and experiences across the university, including:

• Careers support services and Careers Network
• Work experience and placements
• Enterprise and entrepreneurship
• Alumni and employer connections
• Global opportunities and life experience
• Careers in the curriculum

Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.