International Finance & Investment (Taught)

Prepare for a professional finance or economics role within a company or government.

As part of this course, you’ll:
• Build on your existing knowledge of finance and economics with a thorough examination of international finance and investment
• Develop your technical and financial skillset, and the ability to apply your knowledge to current business problems and issues
• Study key concepts relating to international finance and investment, with the opportunity to specialise in your area of interest
• Learn about financial regulations across the globe and how economic factors can affect investment growth and financial stability
• Explore theories and concepts relevant to understanding current industry practices in the UK and further afield
• Combine training in finance and investment theories with practical exposure to the field of international finance and investment
• Develop strong applied quantitative skills, including the use of econometric analysis and the Refinitiv (formerly Thomson Reuters) financial database

Learn from experts
Your course will be taught by a team of supportive tutors. You’ll draw on their considerable industry experience in economics and finance, which includes work for:
• Financial regulators
• Finance ministries and companies
• Consultancy work with the International Monetary Fund and Industry

Your experience
You could already work in managing overseas commercial activities or be looking to become a professional working in finance and investment. Whatever your career aspirations, this course will enable you to develop the skills you’ll need for a senior role at a company that offers financial and investment services internationally.

Study in an economically vibrant city
Leeds Business School is in the centre of the economically vibrant city of Leeds, the financial centre of the north of England. This will mean you’ll have plenty of employment opportunities on your doorstep when you graduate.

International links
From the mix of students, to the course content and our strong international links, you’ll take an international perspective throughout your course. You’ll learn in a multi-cultural learning environment to prepare you for the international employment market.