Course summary

Our International Economics and Finance MSc will help you gain an international perspective in the role of finance and monetary policy. Our International Economics and Finance MSc is suitable for those without a financial background. It is also for those interested in a management career with an emphasis on finance and international economics. The behaviour of public and private sector organisations is influenced by international economic developments in the financial and goods markets. A comprehensive understanding of economic and financial theory and policy dimensions within an open economy context is in high demand. This course will suit you if you're interested in the following careers: investment banking financial research financial trading What you'll learn: You'll learn to understand and analyse: international finance markets the international trading system the role played by key supranational institutions like the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Trade Organization (WTO) Advanced statistical software Where possible you'll have access to advanced statistical software including: Software includes: Eviews SPSS Stata Gauss MATLAB SAS Maple Minitab Financial databases You'll also have access to a number of financial databases including: Bloomberg DataStream Fame Amadeus WRDS Compustat CRSP Oriana Global Financial Database Your development: On completion of this course, you'll be able to: deploy the main analytical techniques in the area of finance and have an advanced capability with some of these techniques critically assess the quality of the analytical data generated by these techniques synthesise and present relevant data, conclusions and recommendations to both specialist and non-specialist audiences exercise responsibility and leadership in group projects apply knowledge, skills and understanding to complex issues within finance and related industries You'll be able to showcase professional skills including a comprehensive set of technical and quantitative skills. These are highly valued in the private sector. If you wish to pursue further research for a career in research institutions or central banks you'll be able to gain preliminary training. Your future Graduates from this course have undertaken various roles, including: data analyst planning analyst principal economist auditor corporate finance and research analyst broker senior Financial Analyst PhD candidate Delivery: This course is modular, comprising 180 credits. Guest lectures: Practitioners from the world of finance and business give guest lectures every year. This provides an insight into career paths and job roles. You'll interact with these experts to: identify career opportunities develop strategies on how to progress in your career Networking opportunities: Throughout the academic year we also hold many events on campus that you are welcome to join. Events are topical and provide great opportunities for you to network with: national and multinational organisations alumni peers Accreditation: Newcastle University Business School is accredited by the: Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) Association of MBAs (AMBA) Only 1% of business schools worldwide hold this triple crown. Our accreditations reflect the investments we make for our students through providing a high quality teaching environment, innovative programming and active engagement with industry.