Bayes Business School
MSc Finance · London, UK · 12 months
- Triple Crown accredited (AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA)
- Ranked 16th globally, 3rd in the UK and 2nd in London in the FT Masters in Finance Ranking 2026
- Ranked 1st globally for alumni salary increases in the FT Masters in Finance Ranking 2026
- CFA Institute University Affiliate status, with curriculum covering at least 70% of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge
- Optional specialization routes into Corporate Finance or Investment Management, plus international elective modules in Lisbon, Madrid and New York
At a glance
Duration
12 months
Location
London, UK
Language
English
Tuition
£35,700 (international) or £22,000 (UK/home) for September 2026 entry, full-time; £2,000 deposit required.
Admissions requirements
Program
MSc Finance
Degree expectation
A UK upper second-class (2:1) degree or above, or the equivalent from an overseas institution. Ideal candidates have a background in finance, economics or a related quantitative field with adequate numerical ability.
GMAT
GMAT optional
GMAT is not required for MSc Finance, but may be requested at the discretion of the Admissions Panel if necessary. Per the Masters FAQ, applicants can apply without a GMAT score report but might be asked to sit the GMAT as a condition of their offer. No published minimum score.
GMAT is not required for MSc Finance, but may be requested at the discretion of the Admissions Panel if necessary. Per the Masters FAQ, applicants can apply without a GMAT score report but might be asked to sit the GMAT as a condition of their offer. No published minimum score.
GRE
Not accepted
CFA in lieu of GMAT/GRE
No
Work experience
Not required. Per the Masters FAQ, work experience is seen as an advantage where relevant. The course is described as being for recent graduates.
Application & outcomes
Application notes
Application deadline for September 2026 entry: 14 August for applicants needing a visa, 1 September for all other applicants. Rolling online applications only; no numbered rounds published.
Career outcomes
Per the program page (FT Masters in Finance Ranking 2026), the course is ranked 1st in the UK for employment rate and 1st globally for alumni salary increases. No specific employment percentage or average salary figure is published on the program page itself.
Last verified 16 Aug 2026. Figures change, always confirm time-sensitive details (deadlines, current GMAT medians) directly with the school before applying.
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