Program Overview
The Finance 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 Finance 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 (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Finance programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Corporate finance
- Financial reporting
- Auditing and assurance
- Valuation and securities analysis
- Financial intermediation
- Investment management
- Quantitative finance
- One 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.
In addition, you must demonstrate competence in Mathematics at least equivalent to UK GCSE/GCE \'O\' level at grade C or above.
If you are not automatically eligible then you will be individually considered by the Admissions Panel. If not approved we will advise you on what is required to become eligible in the future. Furthermore those who are not approved for a Graduate Diploma programme are automatically considered for a full first degree (BSc) in the fields of Economics, Management, Finance and the Social Sciences (LSE academic direction). Where possible the University will always try and advise an applicant on eligibility prior to submitting an application. However, it should be noted that such advice is not always possible unless a formal application has been submitted.Required standard of English
You will usually meet the English language requirement for undergraduate programmes if you:- hold a UK GCSE / GCE O level in English at grade C or above
- have five years secondary schooling taught solely in English or have passed GCE A levels or IB in essay-based subjects
- have passed an International Foundation programme that permits entry onto a recognised UK bachelor degree
- hold a full Postgraduate award, or a full first degree or Associate degree taught and examined in English from an institute that is acceptable to the University
- have passed, within the past three years, an Associate degree, Diploma or Higher Diploma awarded by an acceptable institute / polytechnic / university in Hong Kong, Malaysia or Singapore, or
- have passed, within the past three years, a test of proficiency in English language from an organisation acceptable to the University.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 1,556 (Tuition (Full programme)) — 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...
University Profile- Start Date August 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months