University of East Anglia UEA

MSc Finance and Management

University of East Anglia UEA

Course overview

The MSc in Finance and Management at the University of East Anglia is an excellent choice for students who have previously studied a different business specialisation and want to add finance and management to their skill set to gain a competitive edge in the job market. This programme allows students to learn how financial markets operate, explore the services offered by the financial industry, and develop specialised expertise in accounting and finance.

The MSc in Finance and Management at the University of East Anglia enables students to understand how organisations function in theory and practice while learning how to make informed, evidence-based decisions on management theories. The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (CISI) and is a participant of the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Higher Education Alignment Arrangement.

It prepares students for a successful career in finance, management, or a combination of both across various sectors, including financial, non-financial, and public organisations.

Entry requirements

  • Applicants must submit a personal statement outlining their interest in the program and other relevant academic information.
  • A relevant academic/employer reference may also be required.
  • Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirement

  • Applicants should possess a second-class lower undergraduate degree (2:2) in any subject area. Students should note that if they have studied business before at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, there may be some overlap. Therefore, the university recommends they check the modules carefully to make sure that this course is right for them.

English Proficiency

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS overall score of at least 6.5 (or a 5.5 in each section).

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Tuition Fee Discount Scheme

    We highly value our alumni at UEA, so a 10% fee reduction scholarship is available to graduates looking to stay with us or return for postgraduate study.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • British Council Great Scholarship

    British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, UEA is offering a GREAT Scholarship worth £10,000 to students from Bangladesh and Kenya.

    Up to £10,000
  • David Sainsbury Scholarships in Global Plant Health

    The full cost of the tuition fee (£36,000 international fee for 2026-27, £16,000 UK fee). Each 50% fee scholarship will cover up to up to 50% of the full cost of the tuition fee.

  • International Early Payment Awards (September Start)

    Early Deposit Award – £500; Full Payment Award – up to £1,000.

  • International PG Merit Scholarship C

    £4,000 - if you achieve the equivalent of UK 2:2 bachelor’s degree classification; £5,000 - if your final undergraduate grade is equivalent to at least UK 2:1 bachelor’s degree classification.

  • Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement – John Innes Centre MSc Scholarship

    Total Value - £13,250

    Up to £13,250
  • The Annabel Abbs Scholarship

    Please contact the provider

  • Vice Chancellor’s Global Impact and Leadership Scholarship (September Start)

    Total Value - £10,000 towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc in Finance and Management can pursue careers across various industries, including roles such as:

  • Financial Manager
  • Auditor
  • Financial Adviser
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Risk Manager

Cost of study

For students enrolling in the MSc Finance and Management at the University of East Anglia, the tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic session are £24,300. These fees only apply to the tuition and do not cover additional costs.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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