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About this course

LJMU's MSc Investment and Finance is ideal for those wishing to pursue a career in the financial or accounting sectors.

• Prepare for a range of careers in finance
• Learn to think strategically about finance with an emphasis on research and critical analysis
• Benefit from academic expertise in a variety of financial management disciplines
• Part Time Study Option
• Advanced Practice Study Option

The field of investment and finance forms part of the structure of all organisations and the general health of the economy. In every arena, the effective financial investment and management of funds enables businesses to operate successfully, achieving and exceeding their set goals. Engaging in this course of study will provide you with a perennial skillset, and a valuable piece of professional development if you are looking to take your career to the next level of responsibility, and salary bracket.

The overall aim of the MSc Investment and Finance programme is to produce postgraduates who are able to make a valid and meaningful contribution within the field of finance. This will be achieved by exposing you to the current theories, concepts and developments within this discipline and, by doing so, you will become competent and thoughtful practitioners.

You will develop an understanding of the interpretation, uses, and analysis of financial and investment information in a practical domestic and international context. Your reflective, critical and evaluative thinking will be improved through exposure to contemporary and current issues in finance and via teaching and learning that is strongly supported by research and professional practice.

This intellectually challenging programme of study will focus on current issues, themes and applications within the field of finance and financial management, and your analytical, critical and problem solving skills will be extended through the academic evaluation of literature and current financial practices.

Liverpool Business School at Liverpool John Moores University is a member of AACSB International The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

Career paths

Further your career prospects

LJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.

On graduation from this course you will be able to apply for a number of positions within the finance industry. You may work in retail and investment banks, insurance/pension companies, financial management/financial consultancy, investment consultancy and analysis or accountancy. Potential roles may include: Finance Manager Financial Controller Business Strategist and Financial Consultant.

Financial Managers advise clients on the decisions that will direct all kinds of businesses in the most desirable directions. On graduation you will be able to occupy this kind of advisory position in a wide range of interesting sectors.

You may, for example, find yourself working in the charity sector, retail, the healthcare sector, universities, or multinational corporations to name but a few.