MSc International Banking and Finance — Study from Lagos, Nigeria

From the vibrant commercial heartbeat of Lagos, Nigeria, you can unlock a world-class finance education designed for global impact. Delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Salford and Robert Kennedy College, this programme brings a premium learning experience to your schedule, your ambitions, and your city.

If you’re ready to advance your career without pausing your life, the MSc International Banking and Finance equips you with rigorous financial theory and practical tools that apply across borders and markets—so you can create value from Lagos to London and beyond.

Awarded a British degree recognised internationally

Graduate with a British master’s degree that opens doors worldwide. Employers in banking, investment management, fintech, consulting, and corporate finance recognise the strength and standards of UK higher education, positioning you competitively for roles that demand credibility and global perspective.

Backed by the University of Salford’s academic standards and delivered with the agility of Robert Kennedy College, your degree signals advanced analytical capability, integrity in financial decision-making, and readiness to lead across markets.

100% online, completed in as little as 1 year

Accelerate your career progress with a programme designed for efficiency and depth. Many motivated professionals complete the master’s in as little as 12 months, enabling you to quickly translate new knowledge into promotions, pivots, and entrepreneurial ventures.

Because the programme is delivered fully online, you can balance study with demanding workweeks and family priorities while moving steadily toward graduation.

No fixed class times—study when it suits you

Advance at your own pace without the pressure of scheduled live sessions. Course materials, discussions, and assessments are available on demand, empowering you to learn early before the Lagos commute or late after market close—whenever you perform at your best.

This flexibility respects your professional commitments, travel, and life in a dynamic city, ensuring consistency in your learning momentum.

Learn anywhere—even offline with our mobile app

The programme fits into your life wherever it takes you. Study from home in Victoria Island, during a trip to Abuja, or while commuting. Our mobile app lets you download readings and watch lectures offline, so your progress continues regardless of connectivity.

Whether you’re between client meetings, in transit, or on a work assignment, you’re only a tap away from your next lesson, discussion, or insight.

Open-book assessments that reflect real finance practice

Instead of classical question/answer exams, you’ll complete open-book assessments that mirror how finance is practiced: by synthesising information, applying models, and articulating reasoned judgments.

This approach sharpens your ability to research, evaluate, and decide—skills sought by employers who expect graduates to solve complex, real-world problems, not merely recall facts.

Learn from faculty educated at world-renowned universities

Be mentored by tutors and faculty who graduated from leading institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. They bring scholarly depth and industry awareness to every module.

With guidance from experienced academics and practitioners, you’ll gain clarity on theory, confidence in analysis, and insight into how global leaders think about banking, risk, and financial strategy.

A global cohort and alumni outcomes that speak volumes

Join a diverse community of professionals from over 130 countries. This international network enriches your learning through varied perspectives and contexts, broadening your thinking and sharpening your judgement—key advantages in international banking and finance.

Our alumni work with global organisations including The World Bank, GoldmanSachs, Citigroup, Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse, Crédit Agricole, VISA, American Express, MasterCard, JPMorgan Chase, United Nations, Google, ICRC, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony.

Manageable fees with flexible monthly payments

Invest in your future with budgeting flexibility. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, helping you align payment with cash flow while you keep progressing toward your goals.

This approach supports professionals who are advancing their education alongside other responsibilities, without compromising on quality or ambition.

Why this master’s matters in Lagos, Nigeria

Lagos is a financial powerhouse for West Africa, home to major banks, expanding capital markets, and a rapidly growing fintech ecosystem. The programme’s emphasis on corporate finance, risk management, and international banking equips you to contribute to institutions regulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria and to thrive in roles across commercial banking, investment banking, and corporate treasury.

As Nigeria accelerates digital payments, lending, and inclusive finance, the knowledge you gain in financial intermediation, regulatory frameworks, and data-driven decision-making can help you lead innovations across payments, credit, and remittances—from Yaba’s startup corridors to pan-African platforms.

Energy, infrastructure, and trade continue to shape Lagos’s economy. With expertise in project appraisal, funding structures, trade finance, and currency risk, you’ll be prepared to evaluate complex deals, support FDI, and design financing strategies for sectors such as oil and gas services, logistics, ports, real estate, and renewable energy—all with an international lens that resonates with investors and stakeholders.

Ready to take the next step from Lagos, Nigeria? Request our course catalogue and discover how this online master’s can accelerate your journey in international banking and finance.