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    Investment Analysis and Risk MSc

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    Birmingham, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £25,500.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    59%
    Acceptance
    of applicants

    Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University is a 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Birmingham, GB. Tuition is £25,500.

    About the program

    Covers security valuation, portfolio management, global market dynamics, investment theory, trading techniques, and corporate finance. Includes practical skills with Python programming and Bloomberg terminals.

    Focus: coursework
    301-375 (QS Subject Rankings for Accounting & Finance)

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    Deadlines

    Rolling
    TBA

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 93 overall, with no less than 18 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 23 in Speaking and 20 in Writing.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Aston Business School: No more than two bands at 5.5. Other bands at 6.0 and above. Overall 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (Graduate Route)

    £13,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University is £25,500.
    Is Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University online or in-person?
    Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University is offered in-person.
    How long does Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University take to complete?
    Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:2 (lower second-class honours) degree or equivalent
    How competitive is Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University?
    Investment Analysis and Risk MSc at Aston University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 59%.