Course summary

Our BA (Hons) Business and Finance degree is designed to help you build on skills in investment and commercial banking, insurance, consultancy and financial markets. Recognised by a range of professional bodies such as, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and CIMA, you’ll have the opportunity to gain a prestigious finance degree while the demand for qualified specialists in finance is at an unprecedented demand. Graduates can, therefore, expect a rewarding career and unlimited choice of the industry they wish to work in. Why study this subject? In the industry, business and finance are inextricably linked. Having a good understanding of one area enhances your knowledge of the other If you want to pursue a career in the finance sector and you’re keen to apply a range of general management skills, then this degree is for you. It is particularly relevant if you’re interested in a management role in banking or financial services. Why study at Buckinghamshire New University? Being successful in business starts with having a broad range of skills, and our BA (Hons) in Business and Finance will help prepare you for your future career. You’ll learn how to manage profit-making or providing value to stakeholders. Knowing how to communicate your business strategies is crucial and we’ll help you to confidently make decisions. There will be opportunities for you to explore your own business ideas and launch your own enterprise. You can also take work-based learning to enhance your understanding and gain credits towards your degree. We have a strong practical element to our business courses with real live briefs set by our contacts in the industry. We’ve had students consulting major companies and helping start-ups to get their businesses on the move. Our focus on recreating the industry on campus gives a boost to your employability. Some of the companies we have worked with include Initials, Jargon PR, Medico, Mindshare, Primal, Scannappeal and Simpler PR. At BNU we want you to get the most out of your time with us. Studying a course with a professional accreditation gives you the opportunity to get workplace experience, learn about new developments in the industry and apply for membership with the accrediting body. When you graduate, you’ll be exempt from some exams, and will be even closer to your chosen career. The following professional bodies currently accredit this degree:

• ACCA – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

• ICAEW – Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

• CIMA – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

• IFA - Institute of Financial Accountants

• Business information systems

• Marketing

• Human resource management

• Accounting and financial management.