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Master of Science Finance and Investment

Programme Duration

12 months (full-time), 18 months (part-time)

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Master of Science Finance and Investment

OVERVIEW

About This Programme

University of Greenwich

The Master of Science in Finance and Investment equips students with advanced knowledge and practical skills in financial decision-making from a management perspective. Combining a strong academic foundation with real-world applications, this programme prepares graduates for diverse roles, including hedge fund specialist, security analyst, portfolio manager, broker, and risk manager. These opportunities span financial institutions, corporations, consulting firms, and government entities. Upon completion, the MSc degree will be awarded by the University of Greenwich.

CIMA and ACCA accredited degree

CIMA and ACCA accredited degree

Fulltime Degree

8 month | fulltime
fast track degree

Practical and theoretic modules

Practical and theoretic modules

Guided career sessions

Guided career sessions

MODULES

Designed to explore beyond subject knowledge

The Master of Science in Finance and Investment offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines advanced theoretical knowledge with practical application. Core modules such as Principles of Finance, Investment Management, and Financial Analysis and Valuation provide a strong foundation in financial concepts and techniques. Advanced modules, including International Business Finance and Financial Engineering and Machine Learning, equip students with specialised skills to navigate complex global financial landscapes and technological advancements.

Graduates will refine their research abilities through the Research Methods and Research Project modules, gaining experience in formulating and addressing critical finance questions. With a focus on real-world applications, the programme prepares students for dynamic roles in financial analysis, investment management, and corporate finance across various industries.

Foundations of Scholarship (Dept ACC)

This module equips students with the essential skills needed for postgraduate studies in finance. Students will develop advanced abilities in listening, note-taking, reading, and writing, tailored for academic and professional contexts.

The module introduces key elements of university and academic journal writing, fostering critical thinking and rational argumentation. Students will apply these skills in planning, presenting, and structuring written and oral data effectively.

In addition, the module covers basic statistical concepts and trains students in statistical analysis using SPSS. Topics include descriptive statistics, graphs, random variables, measures of central tendency and variation, bivariate correlation, and simple linear regression. Students will also explore issues such as extreme values, omitted variables, and tests of normality in distribution.

Financial Engineering and Machine Learning

This module introduces students to the essentials of financial mathematics, alongside the development of financial engineering tools and machine learning methods. Students will build a strong foundation in probability theory, financial econometrics, and analytical skills, equipping them for advanced MSc programmes and data analyst roles in the financial sector.

Principles of Finance

This foundational module provides students with an in-depth understanding of the role of finance in business and the essential tools and techniques for effective financial management. Key topics include financial instruments, investment appraisal, risk management methods, capital structure, and dividend policy, studied within the contexts of corporate governance and business ethics.

Students will explore long-term financial strategies, valuation principles, bond pricing, cost of capital, capital asset pricing, and financial risk management. The module also introduces basic company valuation and decision-making processes, offering a foundation for advanced study in finance within MSc programmes. It equips students with the theoretical and practical skills to apply finance principles in any management decision-making process across diverse business sectors.

Investment Management

This module equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to construct, manage, and evaluate portfolios for individual and institutional investors. It addresses critical investment decisions, including liability management, risk assessment, and asset allocation strategies for bonds, equities, and structured products. The use of derivatives for risk management is also explored.

Key topics include portfolio optimisation, asset pricing models, and performance evaluation methods such as benchmarking, attribution analysis, and risk-adjusted returns. Students will delve into investment strategies, including value and growth investing, momentum trading, liability-driven investments, and fixed income strategies. The module also examines non-traditional investment funds, such as socially responsible investment funds, exchange-traded funds, and Islamic funds, exploring their origins, composition, and strategies. Ethical and professional conduct in investment practices is emphasised throughout.

International Business Finance

This module provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the roles, functions, and activities of financial institutions and markets in financing and risk management. Students will explore the principles and techniques for measuring and managing financial risks, including credit, market, interest rate, and liquidity risks.
The first half of the module examines the impact of monetary and fiscal policies, business cycles, and market organization.

The second half focuses on credit and equity derivative products, with an emphasis on corporate derivatives. Key topics include the mechanics, pricing, and modeling of products such as Credit Default Swaps (CDS), indices and options, equity dividend swaps, equity correlation trading, credit securitization, and collateralized debt obligations (CDOs). This module equips students with practical tools for navigating complex international finance scenarios.

Financial Analysis and Valuation

This module equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform in-depth fundamental analyses of company performance, enabling informed appraisals of future prospects and underlying value. Students will develop an understanding of the critical role financial reports play in investment decision-making.

The module explores the integration of publicly available financial statements with theoretical principles underpinning valuation models to assess and explain equity values. Students will also examine the factors driving share prices, contrasting them with fundamental valuations, and gain insights into the dynamics of financial performance and market behaviour.

Research Methods

This module guides students in developing a suitable research question within accounting, banking, finance, or financial management, providing a foundation for their MSc dissertation. It covers the academic and methodological requirements for finance-based research, offering practical insights into research design, data collection, and data analysis.

Students will refine their topics into research proposals with supervisor support, gaining an understanding of commonly used quantitative and qualitative research methods. The module also develops advanced intellectual skills, including evaluation, analysis, synthesis, critical thinking, and project management, essential for conducting small-scale research projects effectively.

Research Project

This module focuses on examining and reporting on a specific finance research question, either pre-set or proposed by students based on their experience or interests. Students will produce a research project of approximately 8,000 to 9,000 words, excluding appendices.

Building on the practical skills and research techniques established in the Research Methods and Financial Econometrics modules, students will apply their knowledge to conduct in-depth analysis and present their findings effectively, demonstrating their mastery of finance and investment concepts.

Full Course Structure and Learning Outcomes

Full course structure and learning outcomes

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Programme Aims

  • Provide students with a deep theoretical and conceptual understanding of finance and its practical applications.
  • Offer a comprehensive foundation and advanced knowledge in finance, equipping students with the essential skills for a variety of careers in the financial sector.
  • Develop valuable quantitative skills that are highly sought after by employers, enabling students to pursue advanced roles or further postgraduate study in related fields.
  • Prepare students to meet the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge standards, covering at least 70% of its content, and support those aiming to earn the Diploma of the Chartered Institute of Securities & Investment (CISI).
  • Blend academic knowledge with real-world applications, ensuring students are well-prepared for the dynamic demands of the global financial industry.

Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of financial theory and analysis and its application in real-world financial markets.
  • Apply critical thinking, analytical, and numerical skills to complex investment problems, asset pricing decisions, and managing large datasets.
  • Develop expertise in portfolio and market analysis, portfolio management skills, and practical knowledge of the investment industry.
  • Understand risk management beyond traditional investment, including behavioural finance, and apply hedging strategies through practical exercises and trading simulations.
  • Estimate firm value, evaluate performance, and contribute to the decision-making process effectively.
  • Prepare for roles such as portfolio managers, hedge-fund specialists, brokers, traders, risk managers, and security analysts, reflecting the programme’s breadth and flexibility.

Skills you will acquire

Financial Analysis and ValuationFinancial Engineering and Machine LearningFinancial Markets and ProductsFoundations of Scholarship (Dept ACC)Investment ManagementPrinciples of FinanceResearch MethodsResearch Project
Career in Finance

$92,000+

median Singapore salary for Accounting

483,000+

Singapore job openings in Accounting

75%

of graduates report positive career outcome

programme structure

Contact Hours (Full Time & Part Time)

21 years or above

Compulsory modulesCreditsHoursLessonsTeaching contact hrs
Foundations of Scholarship1536114150
Financial Engineering and Machine
Learning		1536114150
Principles of Finance3036264300
Investment Management3036264300
Financial Markets and Products3036264300
Financial Analysis and Valuation1536114150
Research Methods1536114150
Research Project3036264300
Total Contact hours Full (Time & Part Time)1800

Teacher student ratio

1:100

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Why choose LSBF for your education

Study Materials

Study Materials

Students will receive study materials after they have made full payment for their programme. Replacement of study materials is subject to additional charge.

Student Portal

Student Portal

Students have access to the Student Portal. It is a useful site where the course information and learning materials are available for students’ easy reference.

Accessible Faculty

Accessible Faculty

Students may contact their lecturers directly via email outside the lecture hours for any academic related queries.

Recorded Lectures

Recorded Lectures

We will show compassion and care to all stakeholders as we believe the journey is as important as the outcome.

ELIGIBILITY

Who can apply for this course

Minimum Academic Entry Requirement

Students who have successfully completed either of the following:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University with minimum 2 classifications
  • Students who have obtained equivalent qualifications in relevant fields (usually professional qualification), will be assessed case-by-case and subjected to university approval
  • Two years of work experience in managerial/professional capacity is mandatory

Minimum English Language Entry Requirement

Applicants who have not studied prior qualifications in English require IELTS 6.0 or equivalent in an accepted English language test.

Minimum Age

21 years or above

If you don’t meet the entry requirements, please refer to the below pathway section and find out how to progress towards the MBA International Business degree

FACULTY

Master Industry-Relevant Skills with Guidance

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Dr Ignatius Luke Chan View Profile

Dr Ignatius Luke Chan

Senior Lecturer
Benedict Pek View Profile

Benedict Pek

Lecturer
Jeffrey Koh Juay Kiang View Profile

Jeffrey Koh Juay Kiang

Senior Lecturer
Mohamed Siddiq View Profile

Mohamed Siddiq

Deputy Head and Senior Lecturer, School of Business and Law
Sidiki Kaba View Profile

Sidiki Kaba

Full-time Tutor & Lecturer

ACCA & CMA

Roy Yap View Profile

Roy Yap

Head and Senior Lecturer, School of Business & Law
Fee Structure

TUTION FEES (Final-Year Entry) (Price inclusive of GST)

$ 22,890.00

Singapure Students     

$ 22,890.00

International Students        

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ADMISSIONS

How to apply

At the London School of Business & Finance (LSBF) Singapore Campus, our Education Consultants are ready to help with any questions about starting your studies.

Simply fill out the form on the right, and one of our consultants will guide you through the application process and support you every step of the way.
For a quick overview, check out our 3-5 step guidelines to make the process even easier.

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Admission Process for Local Students

A ‘local student’ is defined as an individual holding Singaporean citizenship, Permanent Residency (PR), or valid passes such as the Employment Pass (EP), S Pass (SP), Dependant’s Pass (DP), or Work Permit (WP).

Local students can register either in person at the Recruitment Office or contact us through email, phone, or WhatsApp for added convenience.

Step 1 Pre-Programme Counselling

Local Students will go through pre-programme counselling with the Education Consultants who will explain the Programme details, Fee Protection Scheme, Refund Policy, Appeal procedures and other important information etc.

Local Students are then required to submit the documents below for registration:

  • A duly completed Application Form
  • Proof of Professional Qualifications – ACCA/CFA Institute/etc. (if applicable) or Highest Education Qualification
  • Proof of identity card (i.e. NRIC/work pass)
  • Payment of Application Fee

Step 2 evaluation of application

Education Consultants will submit all necessary documents to the Admissions department for evaluation of the application.

Upon successful acceptance into the programme, Education Consultants will inform the Local Students that their application has been successful. Local students will need to understand and sign the Student Contract and Advisory note to confirm their acceptance of the programme.

Step 3 Payment

Once Local Students have understood and signed on the 2 original copies of Student Contract and Advisory Note, they may proceed to make payments to LSBF.

Payment of fees should be made in Singapore dollars via the following modes of payment:

  • Cash
  • NETS
  • Flywire
  • Cashier’s order
  • Debit/Credit Cards
  • Singapore Cheques
     

All fees are payable to London School of Business & Finance Pte Ltd.

Step 4 Receipt, fee protection scheme (FPS) insurance & confirmation of registration

Upon payment from the Local Students, LSBF will issue a receipt.

LSBF will also put in place the FPS Insurance for Local Students to protect the fees paid to the School. This FPS Insurance account is applicable for ALL Local Students regardless of their nationalities and the type of passes they held.

Admission Process for International Students

International Students – refer to foreigners – who wish to pursue a full-time study in Singapore with London School of Business & Finance (LSBF). You are required to apply for a Student Pass with the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA).

International students may submit your inquiry to info@lsbf.edu.sg or contact LSBF recruitment agents at your home country.

Step 1 Pre-Programme Counselling & Evaluation

International Students will go through pre-counseling with the Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents who will explain the Programme details, Fee Protection Scheme, Refund Policy, Appeal procedures and other important information.

International Students are required to submit the documents below for evaluation:

  • A duly completed Application Form
  • Certified copies of ALL academic qualifications and transcripts (From Secondary School / High School onwards / equivalent)
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Clear copy of student’s valid travel document (First page and Last page of Passport)
  • Certified clear copy of birth certificate
  • Copy Malaysian ID card (if applicable)
  • A duly completed ICA student pass application forms: Form 16 and Form V36
  • Recent passport-sized photograph (white background)
  • Student enrolling for Professional Programmes, a proof of relevant membership may be required.
  • Payment of Application Fee


All documents submitted needs to be in English language. Please provide the original non-translated and translated documents during submission.

*All students who do not meet the minimum requirement for their English proficiency level will need to sit for our English Placement Tests.
Students who go through Recruitment Agents and are in their country of origin are required to sit for 2 English Placement Tests (EPT). The first provisional EPT will be conducted at the Recruitment Agent’s Office and a Second EPT will be conducted at LSBF premise after the student has arrived in Singapore. The latter test will determine the final level of English that the student needs to attend.
Students who did not go through Recruitment Agents are able to sit for the EPT at LSBF premise since they are in Singapore.
Education Consultants / Business Development Managers will submit all documents to the Admissions department for evaluation of the application. Upon successful acceptance into the programme, LSBF will issue a Conditional Letter of Offer together with the Acceptance of Offer Form.

Step 2 acceptance of offer

Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents will inform International Students that their application has been successful. At this point, International students will need to sign and return the Acceptance of Offer Letter Form and provide the supporting documents listed below:

  • Signed Acceptance Letter of Offer Form
  • Proof of financial ability in the form of bank statements/fixed deposit accounts/savings accounts (applicable for visa required countries International students)
  • Parent’s and/or Spouse’s employment letter with details such as date of commencement/duration of employment, designation and salary amount/month (applicable for visa required countries International students)
  • Student’s employment letter with details such as date of commencement/duration of employment, designation and salary amount/month (applicable for visa required countries International students)
  • Parents’ marriage certificate (applicable if student’s birth certificate does not state both parent’s name)
  • Student’s marriage certificate (If applicable)

Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents will explain to International Students the contents of the Student Contract and Advisory Note and inform them of any additional documents that may be required.

Step 3 Application of student pass

Upon receipt of the signed Acceptance of Offer Letter and Application fee, LSBF will proceed to submit the Student Pass application via Singapore ICA Student OnLine Application & Registration+ (SOLAR+) system.

In general, processing time for a NEW Student Pass application is about 2 weeks – 4 weeks. Processing time for International Students transferring their student pass from other PEIs is about 2 weeks to process. Some applications may however take a longer time to process.

LSBF does not guarantee any successful approval of the Student Pass application. For more information on Student Pass application, please refer to www.ica.gov.sg.

Upon approval of the Student Pass application, International Students will be informed of the result via email from their Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents. They will need to:

  1. Sign 2 original copies of the Advisory Note and Student contract
  2. Sit for the English Placement Test conducted at LSBF upon their arrival in Singapore (if applicable)
  3. Make payments for the programme fee (No payments are to be made if International Students have not signed the Student Contract and Advisory Note)
  4. Complete the formalities before collection of Student Pass in person at the ICA

Step 4 Payment

Payment of fees should be made in Singapore dollars via the following modes of payment:

  • Cash
  • NETS
  • Flywire
  • Cashier’s order
  • Debit/Credit Cards
  • Singapore Cheques
  • Bank Draft
  • Telegraphic Transfer* (Bank charges to be borne by students)

*For telegraphic transfer, International Students are to indicate reference to the student’s name and/or London School of Business & Finance student’s identity number as stated on the Letter of Offer (S1xxxxxx) and provide a copy of the remittance advice to the respective Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents for tracking purpose. All fees are payable to London School of Business & Finance Pte Ltd except for the issuance fee and multiple-entry visa fee which are payable to ICA during completion of formality to collect the Student Pass.

Step 5 Receipt, fee protection scheme (FPS) insurance & confirmation of registration

Upon payments from International Students, LSBF will issue a receipt.

LSBF will also put in place the FPS Insurance for International Students to protect the fees paid to the School. This FPS Insurance is applicable for all students regardless of their nationalities.

Admission Process for Transfer International Students

Transferring to study from one college to another need not be a painful process. If you are currently studying with another college in Singapore, and have already secured a valid Student Pass, all you need to do is to apply for a transfer of Student Pass to study with the London School of Business & Finance in Singapore (LSBF).

Step 1 Application

Approach LSBF to apply for the desired programme to confirm your place at LSBF.

Step 2 Application of student pass

Upon receipt of the signed Acceptance of Offer Letter and Application fee, LSBF will proceed to submit the Student Pass application via Singapore ICA Student OnLine Application & Registration+ (SOLAR+) system.

In general, processing time for a NEW Student Pass application is about 2 weeks – 4 weeks. Processing time for International Students transferring their student pass from other PEIs is about 2 weeks to process. Some applications may however take a longer time to process.

LSBF does not guarantee any successful approval of the Student Pass application. For more information on Student Pass application, please refer to www.ica.gov.sg.

Upon approval of the Student Pass application, International Students will be informed of the result via email from their Education Consultants / Business Development Managers / LSBF’s approved Recruitment Agents. They will need to:

  1. Sign 2 original copies of the Advisory Note and Student contract
  2. Sit for the English Placement Test conducted at LSBF upon their arrival in Singapore (if applicable)
  3. Make payments for the programme fee (No payments are to be made if International Students have not signed the Student Contract and Advisory Note)
  4. Complete the formalities before collection of Student Pass in person at the ICA

Step 3 Receipt, fee protection scheme (FPS) insurance & confirmation of registration

LSBF’s friendly Education Consultants will inform you of your student pass transfer application outcome within 7-14 days.* Upon payments from International Students, LSBF will issue a receipt.

LSBF will also put in place the FPS Insurance for International Students to protect the fees paid to the School. This FPS Insurance is applicable for all students regardless of their nationalities.

*Important: Your attendance and performance at your previous school is of utmost importance in securing a successful transfer of your Student Pass to LSBF. If you have a record of poor attendance (anything below 90%) or poor academic performance, you will experience great difficulty renewing or transferring your Student Pass. It is highly possible that ICA will not approve your application.

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