MSc

International Trade and Finance

Teaching & Learning

 

What you'll learn

Gain a sound understanding and appreciation of the international economy in terms of trade and its impact on the macroeconomic stability in which businesses operate.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the economics of the operation and organisation of national and international financial systems.
Examine the legal system of the World Trade Organization which governs the relations of states and other international players in the legal framework within which nations trade.
Examine the interrelationship between the theoretical rationale for trade and its policy and practice in relation to the issues of development and growth within the developing world.
You will evaluate the theory and practice of modern international corporate finance, focusing on modern developments in international markets and funding products, and their relationship to the needs of international business.
If you choose the Dissertation module, you'll carry out an in-depth research project in a subject area that is of particular interest to you. If you choose the Work Based Organisational Consultancy Project module, you'll complete a project that explores a key issue for a client organisation - a small business, public sector organisation, social enterprise etc. You'll focus on a key issue that the client organisation requires intelligence and information to help them tackle and address. In working with the client organisation, you'll develop and negotiate a suitable project involving the collection and analysis of a range of data and information.
Gain a sound understanding and appreciation of the international economy in terms of trade and its impact on the macroeconomic stability in which businesses operate.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the economics of the operation and organisation of national and international financial systems.
Examine the legal system of the World Trade Organization which governs the relations of states and other international players in the legal framework within which nations trade.
Examine the interrelationship between the theoretical rationale for trade and its policy and practice in relation to the issues of development and growth within the developing world.
You will evaluate the theory and practice of modern international corporate finance, focusing on modern developments in international markets and funding products, and their relationship to the needs of international business.
If you choose the Dissertation module, you'll carry out an in-depth research project in a subject area that is of particular interest to you. If you choose the Work Based Organisational Consultancy Project module, you'll complete a project that explores a key issue for a client organisation - a small business, public sector organisation, social enterprise etc. You'll focus on a key issue that the client organisation requires intelligence and information to help them tackle and address. In working with the client organisation, you'll develop and negotiate a suitable project involving the collection and analysis of a range of data and information.

What you'll learn

Develop your understanding of the banking sector by studying some key concepts, principles and practices in modern banking regulations and the resolution of modern banking crises. You'll study topics such as banking supervision and regulations, prudential supervision of banks, and international regulations.
Develop critical thinking and decision making for operational and logistical aspects of an enterprise. You'll also gain an appreciation of strategies for planning and co-ordination in a supply chain.
Sustainable finance integrates environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria into financial decision making by businesses and financial institutions. This module will provide you with knowledge and understanding of the latest developments of theory and practice in the area. You'll study the critical role sustainable finance can play in the move of the global economy towards a sustainable future.
Develop your understanding of the banking sector by studying some key concepts, principles and practices in modern banking regulations and the resolution of modern banking crises. You'll study topics such as banking supervision and regulations, prudential supervision of banks, and international regulations.
Develop critical thinking and decision making for operational and logistical aspects of an enterprise. You'll also gain an appreciation of strategies for planning and co-ordination in a supply chain.
Sustainable finance integrates environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria into financial decision making by businesses and financial institutions. This module will provide you with knowledge and understanding of the latest developments of theory and practice in the area. You'll study the critical role sustainable finance can play in the move of the global economy towards a sustainable future.