Masters in Financial Analysis

MFA FAQs

• Who is the programme aimed at?

  The Masters in Financial Analysis (MFA) is aimed at recent graduates who have graduated within the last two years, with a maximum of two years of postgraduate work experience. You should be committed to a career in finance and have a strong quantitative skill set - gained through existing work experience or your degree.

• What kind of career does the MFA prepare me for?

  The MFA provides graduates a deep knowledge of the theory and practice of finance necessary for investment banking, investment management, PE, corporate finance, sales and trading, or fintech.

  See the most recent MFA Employment Report.

• What will I be studying?

  Core courses in investment fundamentals, asset management, corporate finance, accounting, financial markets, data analytics and world economy form the backbone of the MFA, supported by a wide range of electives in everything from financial engineering to emerging markets.

  Explore our programme content page for more details.

• Am I eligible for admissions?

  See our how to apply page or submit your CV for review. A member of our Recruitment Team will then be in touch to discuss eligibility and next steps.

• Do internships taken as part of my studies count as work experience?

  Only work experience gained post-graduation is considered towards the two-year limit requirement. Internships taken during your studies don’t count, even if you’ve done several.

• When should I apply? 

  Please view the deadline information on the how to apply page.

• Will I require a visa?

  Currently, if you are not a national of the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you need a visa to study in the UK. Applying for a UK visa to study at LBS is a straightforward process. For more information, please visit our visa requirements.

• Can I visit LBS?

  We hold many events throughout the year where you can find out about LBS, our programmes and our community. Due to Covid-19 we are currently delivering all recruitment and admissions events online. If you'd like to join us, please register to attend an upcoming event. 

  You can also explore a virtual tour of the school here. 

   

• Do you offer financial aid?

  LBS offers several financing options to support your graduate studies, including merit funds and bursaries. Around 20% of the Early Careers class each year receives funding from one of the School’s scholarships, which are supported by the School, alumni and external donors. In addition to our own scholarship portfolio, there are also external loan options that admitted students can apply to, including Prodigy and Future Finance.

  For additional information on financial aid, please visit our fees, financing and scholarships page.

• Do I have to be on campus to study the programme?

  From September 2021, the School is adopting a Classroom First approach. For more information on what this means for you, visit our Campus FAQs page.