Why choose this course?

An understanding of finance and general business awareness are at the heart of this joint degree course. The course is designed to allow students to develop an awareness of modern business practice through practical activities which aim to equip students with a holistic understanding of how an organisation functions, with specific emphasis on key issues such as how organisations are financially structured and how they manage their cash flows.

A practical and practice-based programme, this course will equip students with the agile, reflexive and critical thinking skills which are vital for success in modern organisations. Emphasis will be given to the rapidly evolving financial landscape post-pandemic through both teaching material and real-world examples.

What happens on the course?

This is a practical and practice-based programme, this course will equip students with the agile, reflexive and critical thinking skills which are vital for success in modern organisations. Through the use of a wide range of concepts, approaches, critical reflection and e-learning forums the course is designed to equip students with a range of personal and intellectual skills in preparation for a career in a range of fields, including finance, banking, financial services and general management within organisations.

The course incorporates several modules from our specialist BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree, which is accredited by the accounting professional bodies. Thus, upon successful completion of the course, graduates may be able to apply to the relevant professional bodies – ACCA, CIMA or ICAEW – for an exemption against their professional qualifications.

The course will provide you with a substantial range of knowledge and practical skills, the ability to problem solve, work in groups, research and use research methods and work independently.