Course overview
Masters in Finance (Full-time) is a postgraduate (master's) course in finance & accounting at London Business School in London, United Kingdom. It takes 10–16 months full-time, with intakes in August.
London Business School is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | London Business School (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Course | Masters in Finance (Full-time) |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Finance & Accounting |
| Duration | 10–16 months full-time |
| Tuition per year | £67,950 (≈ ₹82.9 lakh) |
| Intakes | August |
| English requirement | IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (70 each), Duolingo 135 (125 each) |
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Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £67,950 a year, about ₹82.9 lakh.
Programme fee for the 2026 intake; 2027 intake fees not yet published
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
83.4%
Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24
Average (median) salary
£41,000
≈ ₹50 lakh a year
Median annualised earnings
Job roles
- Investment analyst
- Financial risk analyst
- Stockbroker
- Financial manager
- Corporate investment banker
- Actuary
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
JPMorgan Chase
Goldman Sachs
Morgan Stanley
HSBC
Barclays
Deutsche Bank
Citi
BlackRock
Santander
Macquarie Group
Eligibility
General entry requirements at London Business School for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- MiM, MAM, MFA and Global MiM are for recent graduates who finished their degree within the last two years, with 0 to 2 years of post-degree work experience (internships during study do not count).
- A strong GMAT or GRE score helps LBS assess you; no minimum score is published. MAM and MFA expect strong quantitative skills.
- The MBA is for professionals with strong work experience; the Masters in Finance needs finance experience (about 5 years on average); the Sloan Masters is for senior leaders (about 18 to 20 years on average).
- Offer holders pay non-refundable commitment and reservation fees (for example £2,000 and £6,000 for Graduate Masters, £3,500 and £6,500 for the MBA), deducted from tuition.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (70 each), Duolingo 135 (125 each).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.0 overall with 6.5 in each component (Graduate Masters and MiF) |
| PTE Academic | 76 overall with 70 in each component |
| TOEFL iBT (from 21 Jan 2026) | 5 overall on the new scale; section minimums vary by programme |
| Duolingo | 130 overall (135 for MiF) with 125 in each component |
| Waiver | Only for full-time degrees taught entirely in English in a majority English-speaking country; an Indian degree taught in English does not qualify on its own |
Intakes
This course starts in: August.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Online application
- Degree transcripts
- CV
- GMAT or GRE score (recommended)
- English test result taken within 2 years of the start date
- Passport
Scholarships
LBS merit scholarships
MBA and Graduate Masters
Value: Varies; around 20% of the Graduate Masters class receives school scholarship funding
Admitted students are automatically considered for all merit awards they qualify for.
Official pageLaidlaw Women's Leadership Fund
MBA and Graduate Masters
Value: Not stated
Outstanding women who might not otherwise be able to afford a top-tier business education.
Official page
About London Business School
London Business School (LBS) is a postgraduate business school in London, founded in 1964, with a second campus in Dubai. It teaches the two-year MBA, pre-experience Graduate Masters in Management, Analytics and Management and Financial Analysis, a post-experience Masters in Finance, the Sloan Masters in Leadership and Strategy, executive MBAs and executive education. It has about 3,800 students and online learners, and 59,000+ alumni from 166 countries.
Indian graduates and professionals look at LBS for finance, consulting and technology careers in London. Fees are the same for all nationalities, and the 2026-intake programme fees run from £52,950 for a Graduate Masters to £123,950 for the MBA. LBS quotes the Financial Times placing it as the number 3 business school in Europe in 2025.
Similar courses
Finance & Accounting courses at other universities in the UK
- MSc FintechAbertay University12 months (September start) or 16 months (January start) · £18,950 / year
- MSc Accounting and Finance (CIMA Gateway)Abertay University12 months (September start) or 16 months (January start) · £18,950 / year
- MSc FinanceAberystwyth University1 year (full time) · £22,115 / year
- MSc FinanceAston University1 year · £25,500 / year
- MSc Financial TechnologyAston University1 year · £25,500 / year
- MSc Financial ManagementAston University1 year · £25,500 / year
More courses at London Business School
- MBA15–21 months full-time · £61,975 / year
- Masters in Management (MiM)12–16 months full-time · £52,950 / year
- Masters in Analytics and Management (MAM)12–16 months full-time · £52,950 / year
- Masters in Financial Analysis (MFA)12–16 months full-time · £52,950 / year
- Global Masters in Management (with Fudan University)24 months · £52,950 / year
- Sloan Masters in Leadership and Strategy12 or 16 months full-time · £99,950 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Masters in Finance (Full-time) at London Business School?
The tuition for international students is £67,950 a year (about ₹82.9 lakh). Programme fee for the 2026 intake; 2027 intake fees not yet published. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Masters in Finance (Full-time)?
The course takes 10–16 months full-time.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 7.0 (6.5 each), PTE 76 (70 each), Duolingo 135 (125 each). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: August. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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