Finance | London Business School

There’s no better place in the world for you to study Finance than at London Business School. We have an outstanding global reputation for teaching this specialist subject and strong links with financial institutions, recruiters and practitioners.

London has long-held its position as the international financial capital of the world, and with our campus located at its heart, you’ll find yourself at the thriving epicenter – able to build connections in the City while learning alongside some of the world’s finest financial minds.

post-experience Masters in Finance

Financial Times 2022

in assets managed in the UK

the largest asset management centre in Europe.

raised via London IPOs over the last three years

approx. one-quarter of all European IPOs by value.

PE & VC funding

was secured by UK financial services firms in 2022.

A finance education suited to your experience level

We see finance professionals gain successful admission to programmes across our Masters portfolio. However, for those with a concentrated interest in finance, there are two programmes that have been created specifically for those at a pre- or post-experience stage in their careers.

Masters in Financial Analysis (MFA)

Our MFA is for recent graduates with up to 2 years’ experience. It gives you a solid base in finance, accounting, data analysis, financial modelling and world economy. You also gain knowledge of the very latest financial software and exposure to financial markets and institutions. It’s an applied programme that will ensure you complete your studies equipped with exceptional analyst-level skills that are in demand.

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Masters in Finance (MiF)

Consistently ranked as the world’s best post-experience programme by the Financial Times, the MiF is ideal for experienced finance professionals who are striving to expand their network and secure long-term success. The MiF is available in full- or part-time format, to fit around your personal and professional commitments.

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Tailor your learning experience

Gain global exposure

Depending on the programme you choose to study there are opportunities to take your experience global via a Global Experience or a Global Immersion Elective.

Led by expert faculty, Global Experiences follow one of the following themes: Finance, Technology, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Luxury or Sustainability & Social Impact. You will spend an intensive, immersive week, gaining an in-depth view of a country’s business culture via company visits, expert panels, workshops and guest speakers. You’ll interact meaningfully with major corporations, micro-entrepreneurs, faculty, alumni and others in the LBS global community. Debate the risks of doing business in a frontier market, support a micro-entrepreneur with a business plan or help a tech start-up tackle a pressing business issue.

Students on our Masters in Finance programme can pursue the Global Immersion elective, an exciting week-long trip specifically focusing on the asset management and banking industries. Deepen your understanding of the financial sector on this faculty-led trip built around guest speakers and organisational visits. Recent locations include Boston/New York, and Paris/Frankfurt.

Customise your classes

Electives are a key part of the learning experience across all of our Masters programmes. They allow you to tailor your learning across subject areas such as Economics, Management Science and Operations, Marketing, Organisational Behaviour and Strategy and Entrepreneurship. We have an extensive elective offering, recent courses on offer have included:

Value Investing
Private Equity and Venture Capital
Real Estate Finance
The Economics of a Crisis
Equity Investment Management
Financial Analysis of Mergers

Students on our Masters in Finance can also choose one of the following concentrations which support specific interest areas and career goals:

CFO
Corporate Finance
Investment Management and Analysis
Risk Management and Derivatives

Student-led learning

There are over 80+ clubs to be found at LBS, and between them over 1000+ events and initiatives are hosted annually. Our strong links to the sector make it easy for the brightest and best in the finance world to share their insights and experience. LBS’s finance clubs serve one of the largest professional communities on campus and cater to a wide variety of finance-related interests including:

Private Equity and Venture Capital
Investment Banking (Finance Club)
Investment Management
Real Estate
Infrastructure
Turnaround

Each club offers students a platform to connect with those with similar interests and cement a network outside your immediate cohort. Key student-led initiatives include:

Treks: 20+ finance treks around the world run annually.
Conferences: several exclusive club run conferences covering Investment Management, PEVC, Women in Business, Real Estate and more.
Competitions: including Stock Pitch, Private Equity Case and Venture Capital Investment competitions.

With such a breadth of events on offer, there’s no shortage of opportunities to engage with new insights, improve your skills and strengthen your network.

"I was looking for a solid foundation in finance and knew from living in London that LBS would be a great option. The campus is near my office in Marble Arch, in the heart of the city, and was the perfect place to bui " ...

"I was looking for a solid foundation in finance and knew from living in London that LBS would be a great option. The campus is near my office in Marble Arch, in the heart of the city, and was the perfect place to build my network. "
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Martha Mends, MiFPT2022

Job title: Investment Associate at EMK
Nationality: British
"What amazed me the most at LBS was the help I got from the career team and the career coaches even before the start of term. The CV reviews, multiple workshops and peer leader sessions offered me great opportunities " ...

"What amazed me the most at LBS was the help I got from the career team and the career coaches even before the start of term. The CV reviews, multiple workshops and peer leader sessions offered me great opportunities to learn from industry leaders and experienced alumni. "
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Chenghong Sun, MFA2021

Job title: Graduate Analyst - Securities Services, J.P. Morgan
Nationality: Chinese
"As a banker looking to transition to sustainable finance, my expertise in the area was very limited. Leveraging LBS’ network and connecting with alumni working in the space helped me understand the industry, skillset " ...

"As a banker looking to transition to sustainable finance, my expertise in the area was very limited. Leveraging LBS’ network and connecting with alumni working in the space helped me understand the industry, skillset and best practices to thrive in these roles. "
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Santiago Frontini Gerlach, MiFFT2021

Job title: Impact Investor, International Finance Corporation
Nationality: Argentinian/German
"The LBS Career Centre ensured that I (as a career switcher) was fully equipped with the know-how on getting into banking, from general guidance, to sector experts, to former senior bankers, to CV reviews and intervie " ...

"The LBS Career Centre ensured that I (as a career switcher) was fully equipped with the know-how on getting into banking, from general guidance, to sector experts, to former senior bankers, to CV reviews and interview practice. "
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Chidi Amadi, MBA2021

Job title: Investment Banking Associate, Citi
Nationality: British

Career Centre

Richard Bland

Head of Finance Careers at London Business School

Experience

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Finance is a core strand of our School and we are fortunate to have one of the most respected finance faculties in the world. With two pre-eminent finance programmes and more than a quarter of our MBA class, in total, more than 40% of all London Business School’s full-time students go on to pursue a career in finance post-graduation. We work closely with companies, offering a suite of options to connect to students, whether that is coming on campus to present, attending a careers fair, hosting office events or simply posting a job to the appropriate community.

Since the global financial crisis, we have seen a significant growth in Buy Side careers for students, with a tripling of the number of students entering private equity annually over the last decade. Our annual Buy Side Networking Evening, held each spring, brings together alumni from asset management, hedge funds and private equity to network with each other and to meet current students. The Finance Careers team also facilitate upwards of 20 treks a year, focusing on different sectors or geographies, which are regularly supported by our alumni community. These are a great chance to hear from investment professionals about recent investments and develop a network.

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Employment reports

Download our employment reports to explore the industries, salaries, destinations and much more of our most recent graduates.

Download the MiF employment report

Download the MBA employment report

Download the MFA employment report

Download the MiM/GMiM employment report

Download the MAM employment report

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Finance at LBS

A finance education suited to your experience level

Masters in Financial Analysis (MFA)

Masters in Finance (MiF)

Tailor your learning experience

Gain global exposure

Customise your classes

Student-led learning

Career Centre

Richard Bland

Employment reports

Institute of Entrepreneurship and Private Capital

AQR Asset Management Institute

Community, faculty and research spotlight

Explore other career options

Finding the right programme for your experience level

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