MSc Finance and Management

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55 to 60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 59 .

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Sunderland offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships aim to recognize and reward academic excellence, as well as provide financial assistance to students who may face financial barriers to education. 

1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: This is a prestigious scholarship awarded to high-achieving students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. It provides a tuition fee discount of up to £3,000.
2. International Scholarship: This scholarship is specifically designed for international students studying at the University of Sunderland. It offers a tuition fee reduction of up to £1,500 for eligible students.
3. Sports Scholarship: The university also offers sports scholarships to talented athletes who excel in their chosen sport. These scholarships provide support in the form of coaching, training, and financial assistance.
4. Subject-specific Scholarships: Some academic departments at the university may offer scholarships or bursaries specifically tailored to students studying in a particular field or discipline. These scholarships may have varying criteria and application processes.

Graduates of the MSc Finance and Management program from the University of Sunderland have excellent career prospects in various sectors of the finance industry.

1. Financial Analyst: Graduates can work as financial analysts, analyzing financial data, evaluating investment opportunities, and providing insights for effective financial decision-making.

2. Financial Manager: Graduates can pursue roles as financial managers, overseeing financial operations, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

3. Investment Banker: Graduates can explore careers in investment banking, assisting clients with mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, and capital raising activities.

4. Corporate Treasurer: Graduates can work as corporate treasurers, managing cash flow, optimizing working capital, and mitigating financial risks within organizations.

5. Risk Manager: Graduates can pursue roles as risk managers, assessing and managing financial risks, such as market risk, credit risk, and operational risk.

6. Management Consultant: Graduates can work as management consultants, providing financial expertise and strategic guidance to organizations seeking to improve their financial performance.

7. Financial Planner: Graduates can become financial planners, helping individuals and businesses create personalized financial plans, manage investments, and achieve financial goals.

8. Entrepreneur: Graduates can start their own ventures and apply their finance and management skills to successfully manage the financial aspects of their businesses.