Financial Data Analyst
A Financial Data Analyst works within finance and financial management, applying specialist knowledge and practical skills to deliver...
The MSc Finance and Data Analytics equips you with advanced financial knowledge and cutting-edge data analytics skills to stay ahead in today’s data-driven finance industry.
MSc
One year
September, January, May
MSc Finance with Data Analytics is designed for graduates who want to develop advanced knowledge of finance, financial management and data analytics.
The course combines financial theory with analytical techniques, helping you develop an understanding of how organisations use financial data to support decision-making, manage risk and identify opportunities for growth. You’ll explore how data-driven insights can be used to solve complex financial problems and support strategic business decisions.
During the course, you’ll:
The course is designed to develop financial, analytical and problem-solving skills that may be relevant across a wide range of finance, investment and data-focused careers.
Combine advanced financial knowledge with the analytical techniques used in today's data-driven finance sector.
Develop practical experience with financial analysis, econometric methods and data visualisation software.
Use data to interpret performance, manage risk and support complex strategic financial decisions.
Develop your understanding of finance, financial decision-making, markets and the management of organisational performance.
Explore analytical and econometric methods used to interpret data, identify patterns and forecast financial outcomes.
Apply your financial and analytical knowledge to an independent research project focused on a contemporary issue.
Learn through lectures, practical analysis, seminars and independent study. Assessment may include reports, analytical tasks, presentations and project work.
We welcome Scottish, UK and international students and consider all applicants on an individual basis.
Please visit our Postgraduate entry requirements page for information on our different entry requirements, including country-specific details for EU and non-EU qualifications.
We welcome applications from UK and international students.
You should normally hold one of the following:
We may also consider applicants with relevant professional experience and alternative qualifications on an individual basis.
If your qualification is not listed, please contact an Admissions adviser for guidance on your eligibility to apply.
For applicants whose first language is not English, you must meet the University’s minimum English language requirements:
For detailed information on English language entry requirements for international students, including accepted alternative qualifications and possible exemptions, please visit our English language requirements page.
Explore the career opportunities this course can lead to. The skills and knowledge you gain can prepare you for a wide range of roles across your chosen industry and support your long-term professional development.
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