International Year One in Management and Finance (4 Terms)

Queen's University Belfast - INTO UK

This module will give you the language proficiency and academic study skills you'll need to embark on the second year of a UK undergraduate course.

This module provides a foundation in the theory and practice of financial and management accounting.

This introductory economics module will provide you with an understanding of fundamental economic theory. Out of this you will gain an understanding of: markets as the foundation of the contemporary global economy the relationship between main microeconomic principles and essential macroeconomic concepts the role of economics in business, public and private decision-making how to apply economic theories in order to analyse the real world

This module is will provide you with an understanding of the workings of financial institutions, markets, and the financial intermediation process. You will study topics such as: the theory of money, monetary union, the theory of financial intermediation the structure and operation of the Central Bank, banking regulation, other non-bank financial intermediaries an introduction to the stock, bond and money markets

This module will introduce you to the study of management and organisation theory. It will provide you with: the historical foundations of management, and the functions of management in the modern work environment an introduction to the concept of organisation behaviour knowledge of interdependent topics including individual differences, group behaviour, organisational culture, structure, motivation and leadership

On this module you will develop an understanding of key marketing concepts and theory. Including topics such as: market research, marketing strategies and planning, marketing mix.

In this module you'll cover topics including: matrix algebra further differential and integral calculus unconstrained and constrained optimisations Your learning will emphasise the application of the mathematical techniques to solve real world problems. Please note that this module is compulsory if you intend to progress to degrees in finance or economics.

You'll be introduced to key factors in the external environment within which modern organisations operate. It will emphasise the increasing complexity and interdependence of the world economy and, and help you to reflect on the continuous need for organisations to scan their external environment for opportunities and threats facing their business. Please note that this module is compulsory if you intend to progress to degrees in business.