MSc Development Finance

University of Manchester

Develop the financial knowledge and analytical skills needed to support sustainable development. MSc Development Finance explores the relationship between finance and development, examining how financial systems, institutions and policies can contribute to economic growth, poverty reduction and wider development goals. The course provides a strong understanding of the role finance plays in addressing global development challenges and creating opportunities for sustainable and inclusive growth. Delivered within the Global Development Institute, the programme combines insights from development studies, economics and finance. You will examine issues such as financial inclusion, investment, banking, development policy and the role of financial institutions in developing and transitional economies. Through engagement with contemporary debates and real-world development challenges, you will develop the ability to analyse financial and economic issues, evaluate policy approaches and understand the opportunities and limitations of finance as a driver of development. The course equips you with both conceptual knowledge and practical analytical skills that are valued across a range of sectors. You will learn from academics whose research addresses poverty, inequality, development policy, finance and economic transformation. Studying within one of the world's leading centres for Development Studies also provides opportunities to engage with an international community of students and researchers. The programme is suitable for students interested in careers within international development, finance, government, policy, consultancy and development-focused organisations, as well as those considering further academic research.

School of Environment, Education and Development