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MSc Sustainable Finance and Climate Change

UCAS code	1234
Duration	1 year full time
Entry year	September 2024
Campus	Streatham Campus
Discipline	Finance
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Typical offer View full entry requirements	2:2 with honours in Accounting, Finance, Investment, Economics, Maths, Business, Engineering, Social/Natural Science or related discipline from a recognised university.
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Overview

Develop financial decision-making and commercial awareness in environmental sustainability with practical application to real-world sustainability challenges
Gain a well-balanced understanding across the principles of finance and investment and the frontiers of climate change science
Enjoy access to our 24/7 finance lab hosting major databases including Bloomberg and Thomson Reuters
Boost your employability with advanced communication and technical skills, team-working and independent research, project-management and the very latest specialist knowledge 
Prepare for rewarding careers in various sectors, including financial institutions, green investment firms, consulting firms, and sustainability-focused organisations.

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Programme Director: Professor Angela Christidis

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Phone: +44 (0)1392 72 72 72

Entry requirements

2:2 with honours in Accounting, Finance, Investment, Economics, Maths, Business, Engineering, Social/Natural Science or related discipline.

Evidence of mathematical/quantitative* ability is essential. We do consider all applications where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study, significant relevant work experience or professional qualifications such as CFA, ACCA, ICAEW, ICAS and CIMA.

*Mathematics modules may include, for example, Algebra, Calculus, Econometrics, Statistics, Probability or Optimisation.

Entry requirements for international students

English language requirements

International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.

Course content

MSc Sustainable Finance and Climate Change aims to develop graduates with financial decision-making and commercial awareness in environmental sustainability through practical application to real-world sustainability challenges.

This programme crosses discipline boundaries and is designed so you will develop an understanding and awareness of global climate challenges, tackle shared problems, and propose sustainable and responsible finance solutions that deliver tangible and sustainable social and ecological benefits. You will develop a well-balanced understanding across the principles of finance and investment and the frontiers of climate change science. You will learn to address the challenges of the financial industry’s adaptation to climate change and engage with sustainability debates in real-world contexts. Graduates will be well-positioned to pursue careers in finance, investment management, sustainable development and corporate sustainability.  

Modules

Please note that modules are subject to change.
Descriptions of the individual modules are given in full on theBusiness School postgraduate module list.

Fees

2024/25 entry

UK fees per year:

£19,100 full-time

International fees per year:

£31,000 full-time

Scholarships

We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students and have Global Excellence Scholarships available for international fee paying students applying for September 2024 entry.* For more information on scholarships, please visit our scholarships and bursaries page.

^{*Please see the Terms and Conditions for each scheme for further details of eligible programmes and candidates. Awards may vary from year to year.}

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Teaching and research

Our postgraduate taught programmes utilise a range of teaching methods including lectures, seminars and tutorials.

Lectures

The aim of lectures is to give you information on ideas that are central to the module and to help you in developing your understanding of complex ideas. Many of the teaching materials for lectures are made available to you electronically to accompany the notes you take during the lecture. Lectures are given by a range of staff members, including leading professors, who integrate their latest research findings into the teaching that you receive. Guest lecturers, including members of industry, also contribute to some modules.

Seminars and tutorials

Seminars and tutorials involve an in-depth exploration of the issues covered in lectures as well as giving you the opportunity to discuss various concepts and theories and receive feedback on your written assignments.

Research-led teaching

Our research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.

We are a research intensive faculty and cover a wide range of themes which inform our teaching. Our research is driven by the understanding that accounting and finance continues to play a fundamental role in organisations and society. As a result, many of our inspiring academics are regularly invited to advise policy-makers at institutions including H.M Revenue and Customs, International Accounting Standards Board, Financial Reporting Council, the Pensions Regulator, and the Bank of England.

Taught by leading experts

You will be taught by internationally respected academics who are at the forefront of their research. We draw upon disciplines across the social sciences and give emphasis to the dynamic nature of enterprise, global connectivity and the management and leadership of the global challenges that lie ahead. We are now a partner and member ofThe Global Research Alliance for Sustainable Finance and Investment (GRASFI), promoting rigorous and highly impactful academic research on sustainable finance and investment.

The Business School is home to the following research centres

Centre for Entrepreneurship
Centre for Innovation in Business Education
Centre for Simulation, Analytics and Modelling (CSAM)
Exeter Centre for Social Networks (ECSN)
Exeter Centre for Leadership (ExCL)
Exeter Sustainable Finance Centre (ESF)
Initiative in the Digital Economy at Exeter (INDEX)
Land, Environment, Economics and Policy Institute (LEEP)
Research Methods Centre
Tax Administration Research Centre (TARC)
The Exeter Centre for Circular Economy (ECCE)

The Geography Department is home to the Global Systems Institute

The Global Systems Institute is thought-leading in understanding global changes, solving global challenges and helping create a flourishing future world together, through transformative research, education and impact.

Preparing you for success

This Masters degree is designed to prepare you for a successful career, wherever in the world you plan to work. We’ll prepare you for your career by teaching you advanced communication and technical skills, team-working and independent research, project-management and the very latest specialist knowledge. 

Develop skills that employers value

Our MSc Sustainable Finance and Climate Change will enable you to develop the professional and financial skills and subject expertise that makes you a valuable asset from day one of your career. Climate change is humanity's foremost challenge. Governments, businesses, and the finance industry must act now to cut carbon emissions, mitigate global warming, and build resilient, sustainable societies and economies. Sustainable Finance knowledge is becoming an increasingly sought after expertise. 

Developing applied quantitative analytical skills through using Bloomberg, S&P capital IQ, WRDS Datastream and other financial databases and software systems as part of your modules, you will also have the latest technical know-how to kick-start your career. 

Select modules to suit your future career

By carefully selecting your optional modules such as global challenges, investment analysis, financial modelling, bank management, corporate finance and domestic and international portfolio management.

Potential employers 

Investment management companies where analysts provide information to in-house fund managers 
Stockbrokers and investment banks, where the analysts' research assists clients of their company, usually fund managers but sometimes also company executives and directors 
Wealth management divisions of investment banks 
Institutional investors, such as large charities, pension funds and life assurance companies 
Hedge funds 
Government or public organisations 
SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises)

Graduate training routes 

Multi-nationals such as Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Barclays, HSBC, Vanguard Asset Management, Credit Suisse, Citibank, Amundi and Deutsche Bank have graduate training routes in many countries in which they are based. Country-specific banks like China Construction Bank and Bank of China (Hong Kong) and smaller organisations across the world also offer graduate training routes and employment opportunities with specific recruitment cycles appropriate to their local employment market. 

Developing your skills and career prospects

The University of Exeter Business School provides a range of support to help you develop skills attractive to employers. Visit our Business School careers service web page for more information.

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I am a seasoned expert in the field of sustainable finance and climate change, with extensive knowledge and experience in both environmental sustainability and financial decision-making. My expertise is grounded in practical applications to real-world sustainability challenges, and I have actively engaged with the principles of finance, investment, and climate change science.

Now, let's delve into the concepts mentioned in the article about the "MSc Sustainable Finance and Climate Change" program at the University of Exeter:

Program Overview:
- Duration: The program is a one-year full-time master's degree.
- Entry Year: The intake for this program starts in September 2024.
- Campus: The program is offered at the Streatham Campus.
- Discipline: It falls under the discipline of Finance.
Entry Requirements:
- Academic Requirement: A 2:2 with honors in Accounting, Finance, Investment, Economics, Maths, Business, Engineering, Social/Natural Science, or a related discipline from a recognized university.
- Additional Requirement: Evidence of mathematical/quantitative ability is essential. This can include modules in Algebra, Calculus, Econometrics, Statistics, Probability, or Optimisation.
- Consideration of Applications: The program considers applications with evidence of exceptional performance in relevant modules, significant work experience, or professional qualifications such as CFA, ACCA, ICAEW, ICAS, and CIMA.
International Students:
- English Language Requirements: International students must meet specified English language proficiency levels (Profile B2).
Course Content:
- Aim: The MSc program aims to develop graduates with financial decision-making and commercial awareness in environmental sustainability, addressing global climate challenges and proposing sustainable and responsible finance solutions.
Modules:
- Detailed descriptions of individual modules are available on the Business School postgraduate module list.
Fees (2024/25 Entry):
- UK Fees: £19,100 per year (full-time).
- International Fees: £31,000 per year (full-time).
- Scholarships: The university offers scholarships, including Global Excellence Scholarships for international fee-paying students.
Teaching and Research:
- Teaching Methods: Lectures, seminars, and tutorials are utilized.
- Research-Led Teaching: The faculty engages in world-leading research, and academics contribute to policy-making institutions.
Research Centers:
- The Business School hosts several research centers, including the Exeter Sustainable Finance Centre (ESF), promoting rigorous academic research on sustainable finance and investment.
Career Preparation:
- Skills Development: The program focuses on developing advanced communication and technical skills, team-working, independent research, and project management.
- Career Paths: Graduates are well-positioned for careers in finance, investment management, sustainable development, and corporate sustainability.
Related Courses:
- The article mentions related courses such as Finance and Management MSc, Finance and Investment MSc, Marketing and Financial Management MSc, and Financial Analysis and Fund Management MSc.

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