Program Overview
The Banking at London School of Economics and Political Science is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Banking programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Banking programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Principles of banking and finance
- Financial management or
- Corporate finance
- Auditing and assurance
- Valuation and securities analysis
- Financial intermediation
- Investment management
- Quantitative finance
- Financial reporting
- One 200 or 300 course (or two half courses) chosen from any Selection group, including any course not selected above
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be eligible for this Diploma for Graduates programme you must have:
- An acceptable bachelor degree; or
- an acceptable Master\xc2\x92s degree (or any other acceptable/appropriately accredited Level 7 award) provided this is at least 1 year full time in duration; or
- an acceptable Level 5 award (such as an HND) provided this is at least 1 year full time in duration. In addition applicants must submit evidence of at least 2 years relevant work experience.
Language Requirements
The language of instruction, reading and assessment is English. To succeed on our programmes you need a good level of competence in English. If you doubt your ability in written or spoken English we advise you take a course and test in English language before enrolling on the programme.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact London School of Economics and Political Science directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About London School of Economics and Political Science
London School of Economics and Political Science
London, United Kingdom
The London School of Economics and Political Science, commonly known as the London School of Economics (LSE), is a public research university in London, England, and a member institution of the...
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