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Why Choose Lincoln

Delivered by a diverse, international teaching team

Flexible study pathways to align with your career aspirations

Access to the industry-standard Bloomberg Terminal

Hear from visiting speakers from industry

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Industry Partnerships

The standard MSc Banking and Finance course has been approved as an academic partner for the Financial Risk Manager certification by GARP, the world's leading organisation for risk managers. As part of the FRM University Affiliation Course, eligible students can apply for FRM scholarships that cover the cost of registration for the FRM examination. Approval is currently pending for the named pathway programmes. The University is also in process of applying for University Accredited Partner Affiliation with the CFA Institue.

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Finance Simulation

This programme is designed to integrate practice-based learning and trading simulation activities, equipping students with the employability skills needed to excel in an internationally competitive environment. Industry-standard databases, such as Bloomberg, are embedded in many modules, offering students the opportunity to earn the Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) certificate. Additionally, the LSMIF initiative provides hands-on training through portfolio simulation exercises, stock pitch competitions, and market analysis projects.

Guest Lectures

Through the academic year, our students have the chance to hear from experts from a wide range of industries who will share their knowledge. Previous speakers include Director of Financial and Strategic Risk at NatWest Group, Dr Alessandra Mongiardino, and mathematician, Dr Simon Smith.

Bloomberg Terminal

Students can use our Bloomberg Terminal, which is designed to help industry professionals make better-informed investment decisions by offering the latest market news along with historical data and an international network to communicate securely and reliably. Bloomberg offers a practical resource for students to reinforce the theories they learn in lectures, and enable them to become familiar with the tools used by today’s financial services professionals.

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Student Managed Investment Fund

Lincoln International Business School offers the Student Managed Investment Fund (LSMIF), which is an investment fund created, operated, and maintained by students within the school, with everything running within the real-world environment of finance.

One of only a handful of its kind in the UK, students will be managing real money with the objective of making positive returns while managing risk. Industry veteran and long-time lecturer Hao Quach can help support the students throughout, utilising his years of experience in all aspects of investment banking and 20 years teaching in many countries.

How to Apply

Postgraduate Application Support

Applying for a postgraduate programme at Lincoln is easy. Find out more about the application process and what you'll need to complete on our How to Apply page. Here, you'll also be able to find out more about the entry requirements we accept and how to contact us for dedicated support during the process.

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Funding Your Study

Postgraduate Funding Options

Find out more about the optional available to support your postgraduate study, from Master's Loans to scholarship opportunities. You can also find out more about how to pay your fees and access support from our helpful advisors.

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Career Development

This programme with pathways is designed to provide you with advanced skills essential for a successful career in retail, commercial, sustainable finance, investment or private banking.

This course is ideal for those wanting to work as a loan officer, private banker, private wealth consultant, or contribute to the back and middle offices of an investment bank in roles such as risk management, sustainable finance and reporting, or support services.

Working in Partnership

Lincoln International Business School works with students and organisations to enhance the contribution of business to society. For students, that means developing their business skills and knowledge to improve their career readiness.The University of Lincoln is a member of AACSB, a global nonprofit association connecting educators, students, and businesses to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great leaders.

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Postgraduate Events

To get a real feel for what it is like to study at the University of Lincoln, we hold a number of dedicated postgraduate events and activities throughout the year for you to take part in.

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