University of Salford has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
In today’s fast‑paced global economy, success requires more than management know‑how: it demands confidence in finance, business and the technologies driving change. The foundation year gives you the perfect starting point, helping you build the academic, study and mathematical skills you need to progress onto the full degree. During the foundation year, you’ll explore introductory concepts in business, finance and management, while strengthening your skills in communication, problem‑solving and data handling. This supportive year is designed to prepare you for success at degree level, giving you the confidence to tackle financial analysis, strategic management and digital tools as you move forward. Once you progress to the main programme, you’ll develop managerial skills, financial expertise and financial programming capabilities that prepare you for high‑impact roles such as financial officer, corporate finance specialist, money manager or investment banker. Alongside a strong foundation in strategic management, leadership and project execution, you’ll gain technical proficiency in financial analysis, investment management and programming for finance. Through hands‑on experience with industry‑standard tools and programming languages, you’ll graduate with the digital skills employers are actively seeking, ready to lead, innovate and thrive in the future of business.
- Build confidence in mathematics, economics and business concepts through supportive teaching
- Develop core academic and study skills to prepare for degree‑level learning
- Strengthen communication, problem‑solving and critical thinking abilities
- Gain an introduction to business, finance and management in real‑world contexts
Modules
Your foundation year will give you a grounding in business management and finance, preparing you for your future studies. As you progress into your first, second and third years of study, you will further develop your understanding in the fields of business and finance, developing the skills needed for responsible leadership and strategic thinking. Foundation Year: Foundations of Business; Sustainable Business Development; Digital Business; Academic and Personal Skills; Business Project; Employability for Life Year One: Digital and Business Skills; Understanding Organisations; Financial Crises and Symptoms; Data Analysis for Business; The Future of Business; Business Finance in Practice Year Two: Professional Development; Financial Markets and Institutions; Project Management; International Finance; Live Project in Finance; Business Intelligence and Dashboards; Legal Aspects of Business; Applied Econometrics; Business Accounting; Contemporary Issues in International Marketing; The Digital Workplace; Internship Year Three: Business Ethics and Sustainability; Business Finance; Leadership and Management in Finance; Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Strategic Management; Innovation in Financial Services OR Dissertation; Big Data Analytics; Climate Change and Sustainability in Business; Information Security Management; Internship; Technology Innovation; Investment Management
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, multiple choice questions, group reports and problem-solving questions.
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:
- N219
- Institution code:
- S03
- Campus name:
- Peel Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of Salford
The Crescent
Salford
M5 4WT