| Programme summary | |
|---|---|
| Programme convenor: | Prof Pasquale Scaramozzino |
| Duration: | 1–5 years |
| Fee: | £7,280. For full information on fees and payment options, visit our Fees page. |
| Programme start: | October / January / April / June |
Programme description
The Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Sector Management is designed to give a strong foundation for a career in banks or other financial institutions. It enables you to deepen your understanding of the principles, applications, and context underlying decision making in financial sector management.
The programme can also provide a suitable route towards entering the MSc Finance (Financial Sector Management).
If you have any further questions about the overall programme content and its suitability for you, please email dladmissions@soas.ac.uk.
Modules and programme structure
You will study four modules: one core module and three elective modules selected from the list below.
Core module
Elective modules
- Bank Financial ManagementM422
- Banking and Capital MarketsM426
- Banking StrategyM466
- Bank Regulation and Resolution of Banking CrisesM456
- Finance in the Global marketM442
- Introduction to ValuationM464
Career opportunities
As a graduate of this programme you will be prepared for a management career in deposit banks, investment banks, fund management, consultancy, central banks and international bodies.
Study schedule
This programme takes a minimum of one year to complete. Each module lasts 10 weeks. You are registered for a maximum of five years.
Study calendar 2022/23
Entry requirements
Education and experience
You should have a recognised UK Bachelor's degree, or international equivalent, in finance, economics, or another appropriate discipline. Qualifications in other subjects will be assessed on their merits. Your application may be considered if you have previous education and experience, equivalent to a degree-level qualification, which includes suitable preliminary training.
Language requirements
All international applicants must be able to show that their English is of a high enough standard to successfully engage with and complete their course at SOAS. If you have not yet taken an English language test, you can still apply for your degree, but we will include evidence of language requirements as part of your offer conditions. You can demonstrate English language ability in several ways.
More information on the English requirements can be found here
What next?
To make an application, or to find out more about fees and our admissions procedure, please visit the Apply section of this website.