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DEGREE TYPE
MSc
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Jun 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 10,920 *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
* single module: GBP 1,820
Key Summary
Introduction
Our MSc Finance (Economic Policy) programme has been principally designed to help you work on economic policy in government, central banks, public organisations and international institutions.
The programme will increase your understanding of the principles, applications and context that underlie economic policy, focusing on the financial aspects of policymaking. Additionally, you will acquire a sound understanding of theories in finance and the workings of financial markets.
The MSc Finance (Economic Policy) enables you to deepen your understanding of financial markets, banks, and their relation to economic performance. It provides a sound platform for advancing your career in finance and policy. Because finance is so wide-ranging, this degree enables you to choose between Banking and three other majors:
- MSc Finance (Banking)
- MSc Financial Sector Management)
- MSc Finance (Quantitative Finance)
Why study MSc Finance (Economic Policy) at SOAS?
- SOAS is ranked 38th in the UK for Accounting and Finance (Complete University Guide 2023)
- We're ranked 6th in the UK for graduate employability (QS World University Rankings 2023)
- Develop an excellent understanding of the key issues shaping international business strategy in a global financial environment
- We offer specialist knowledge of financial and management systems in the emerging markets of Africa, Asia and the Middle East
- Acquire a sound understanding of theories in finance and the workings of financial markets, ready for a career in finance or further study
- You will be joining our community of alumni working in 160 countries in sectors including finance, government, industry and international organisations.
Duration
2-years (Max. 3-years)
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Curriculum
Core Modules
- Banking and Capital Markets
- International Finance
- Macroeconomic Policy and Financial Markets
- Microeconomic Principles and Policy
- Public Financial Management: Revenue
- The IMF and Economic Policy
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
As a graduate of MSc Finance (Economic Policy) you will be well prepared for senior positions in:
- Government
- Central banks
- Other public organisations
- International institutions
- Consultancy
Recent graduates have been hired by:
- Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ
- Citi
- Deloitte
- Ernst & Young
- Euro Monitor International
- Financial Times
- HM Treasury
- Huaxia Bank, China
- International Rescue Committee
- Investec
- JP Morgan, Chase & Co
- KPMG
- Nomura
- Oxfam
- Publicis Media
- Santander
- UBS
- University of Oxford
- Western Securities Co. Ltd
- White & Case LLP
- World Food Programme
Faculty
Program delivery
The MSc Finance (Economic Policy) is made up of six modules. Each module lasts for 10 weeks. You can only take one module at a time, but each module is typically available in at least two of the year's study sessions. This gives you the flexibility to plan your studies throughout the year, allowing you to fit your course around your professional, family, and personal commitments.
Online Academic Tutor
You will be individually assigned an online academic tutor for the duration of each module with whom you can discuss academic queries at regular intervals during the study session. You will also have a named administrator providing you with help and advice throughout your studies.
For each module, you will be provided with access to all necessary materials from a range of appropriate sources.
Virtual Learning Environment
To make your experience as a distance learning student more complete and rewarding, you will have access to the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), which is a web-based learning environment. Via the VLE, you can communicate with your assigned academic tutor, administrators and other students on the module using discussion forums.
The VLE also provides access to the module Study Guide and assignments, as well as a selection of electronic journals.