International Finance University of Glasgow

Overview

Key facts

• The International Finance programme of the University of Glasgow  is well established at the Adam Smith Business School. The programme is ranked by the QS and Financial Times. 

• The programme fosters critical awareness to help you appraise models, theories and issues relevant to the finance functions of international organisations.

• You will develop an impressive portfolio of skills, for example to analyse ways in which principal capital markets and institutions operate; critically understand the main and alternative products available to firms and investors; evaluate complex financial and investment decisions.

• There is an excellent range of optional courses to give you a thorough understanding in the areas which are increasingly important for a career in finance or investment.

• You will be taught by staff who are highly regarded nationally and internationally for their excellent research output.

• The Adam Smith Business School has access to Bloomberg terminals, statistical software systems and a wide collection of well-known financial data sources and engines.

• Take advantage of our individualised skills development programme, which will ensure you balance academic theory with crucial employability skills to help you maximise your potential and achieve your career goals.
• Career prospects
• You will develop the knowledge to work in a variety of financial functions, and for a variety of firms such as banks, insurance companies and financial service companies. International Finance alumni have gone on to be finance managers, credit analysts, auditors and corporate portfolio managers around the world. Employers include Samsung, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, KPMG, Barclays, E&Y, Shenzhen Media Group, China Merchants Bank and Bank of China. We have a dedicated careers and employability team who provide 1-2-1 support and advice, group workshops, employer events on campus and networking opportunities throughout the year to help you with your career prospects.