MSc Finance and Risk

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

The MSc Finance and Risk provides a comprehensive understanding of the various facets of risk, risk management, and regulation.The success of virtually all organisations depends crucially on their ability to operate in the face of various risks. Risk management is increasingly recognised as central to the success of the organisation. This programme addresses such questions as:What types of risks exist in various settings?What are the appropriate ways to classify, measure and manage risk?How do firms, financial institutions, governments and markets increase, decrease or change the nature of risk?What techniques can be used to transfer risk in markets, firms or societies?Through this programme you'll acquire a broad knowledge of risk management and regulation. By choosing from a list of elective courses you'll be able to customise the programme according to your desired area of specialisation.The programme is supported by Deutsche Bank, including a series of practitioner seminars run by Deutsche Bank as part of the core course.Graduate destinations:Graduates of the department have excellent career prospects. Our MSc programmes prepare students for a range of careers in investment banking, consulting and the wider financial services sector.Recent graduates from this programme have gone on to work in fields such as finance and banking, consulting, insurance, management, regulation and supervision, and public administration, among others.

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