MSc in Financial Risk Management

Programme Overview

The MSc in Financial Risk Management combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to prepare students for careers in risk-focused roles across finance and industry. Students take core finance modules while developing specialist expertise in identifying, analysing, and managing financial risk. 

The programme is delivered by a blend of academic experts and senior industry professionals, ensuring a strong balance between theory and practical application. Students have the opportunity to work directly with companies on live projects, gaining hands-on experience in tackling real-world risk challenges. They also benefit from access to Bloomberg terminals in a state-of-the-art trading room and participate in trading simulations that mirror real market conditions.

Designed for students with a strong quantitative background, the programme equips graduates to assess financial instruments from a risk perspective and to critically evaluate the role of risk in modern finance. Small class sizes foster an interactive and collaborative learning environment, allowing close engagement with faculty and peers. Students benefit from access to Bloomberg terminals in a state-of-the-art trading room and take part in trading simulations that replicate real market conditions.

Accreditations

Trinity Business School is an Academic Partner of the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP), and the MSc in Financial Risk Management is officially recognised by GARP for its alignment with industry standards in risk education. 

Each year, Trinity Business School awards six GARP scholarships to outstanding students. These scholarships cover the enrolment and Part I exam fees and are granted based on Semester 1 exam performance and a short cover letter. 

Programme at a Glance

• Start Date: September 2026
• Duration: 12 months
• Fees (2026/27 academic year): EU €19,600 | Non-EU €27,300   

This programme is 90 ECTS: 30 ECTS for your dissertation and 60 ECTS of taught modules. You will be assessed through a mixture of written exams and continuous assessment. For more information, please see our Timetables and Modules page. 

Student Profile

The MSc in Financial Risk Management attracts students with strong quantitative and analytical skills who are interested in pursuing careers in finance and risk management. Most students come from backgrounds in finance, business, or economics, with others joining from quantitative disciplines such as engineering, mathematics, and the natural sciences. 

The programme also appeals to those who value the flexibility of elective modules that enable them to explore different areas of finance before choosing a specialisation. Many international students are drawn to Ireland’s position as a leading financial centre and its culture that supports a healthy work–life balance. 

Career Prospects

Graduates of the MSc in Financial Risk Management have secured positions across a variety of fields, including risk and compliance, investment management, accounting and auditing, and corporate finance. Employers include leading organisations such as EY, Deloitte, AIB, PwC, Citi, Stripe, and Amazon. Many graduates choose to build their careers within Ireland’s dynamic financial sector, while others pursue opportunities with international firms overseas.

Students from the MSc in Finance and MSc in Financial Risk Management programmes who take the Treasury Management & Derivatives module, taught by Jason Murphy, President of the Irish Association of Corporate Treasurers (IACT), have the opportunity to compete for one of two places on the IACT Graduate Programme.

For more information see our careers page.