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Business and Finance at University of Salford - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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University of Salford has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

Prepare for a dynamic career in business and financial management with this industry-led degree that blends academic theory with hands-on experience. The course equips you with the strategic, analytical and digital skills needed to thrive in today’s global economy. With a strong focus on employability and leadership, this programme is your gateway to roles in finance, consultancy and business strategy. We have worked with industry partners to make sure the programme is highly practical, career-focused and industry-informed to prepare you for a successful management career. We are proud to work with our student panel to ensure our teaching is relevant, inclusive and respectful for all. / Gain a dual accredited Chartered Management Institute (CMI) degree. / Explore future-facing topics including financial markets, risk, and innovation. / Develop essential knowledge in financial principles, legal frameworks and digital tools like Excel and Power BI. / Gain real-world experience with a paid industry placement, enhancing your employability and professional network. All our undergraduate business courses are available with: • Placement Year - on the placement year option, you will not pay fees to the University and will earn a wage for the work that you do. • Study Abroad – study with one of our partner Universities for a semester or a year. • Foundation Year – start with the fundamental areas of business and the key skill you need to study at University level. Develop your skills You’ll look ahead to the technologies that will affect the work business professionals in the future and gain the essential digitals skills that will help you go further in the industry, such as: / Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, Word and 365 / Power BI / Body swap technology / Xero Accounting Software A degree you can trust Our Business and Finance undergraduate programme is dual accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), the UK's sole chartered professional body dedicated to upholding the highest standards in management and leadership. Please note that the content of this course is currently being reviewed, to ensure we offer the most up to date module content for all of our students. We do expect that some of the content will change from that which you will see on this page. As soon as we know the full details of this, all applicants will be informed about the new content. Find out more at www.salford.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/business-and-finance.

Modules

In your first year, you will build a strong foundation with modules in digital and business skills, economics, business finance and the legal environment. You’ll develop essential knowledge in financial principles, legal frameworks and digital tools like Excel and Power BI. In your second year of study, you will deepen your understanding of financial markets, project management and business intelligence, choosing optional modules to tailor your learning to your career goals. An optional placement year will allow you to gain real-world experience, enhancing your employability and professional network. By your final year, you will advance your strategic thinking with modules in Industrial Economics, Strategic Management, Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Sustainability and Business. You’ll also complete a major project or dissertation, applying your skills to a real-world business challenge. Please note that the content of this course is currently being reviewed, to ensure we offer the most up to date module content for all of our students. We do expect that some of the content will change from that which you will see on this page. As soon as we know the full details of this, all applicants will be informed about the new content.

Assessment method

We use different assessment techniques in different modules and try to ensure all assessments reflect the types of work you will do after graduating. This may include portfolio work, presentations and business pitches.

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
N217
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Business and Finance at University of Salford - UCAS