Course summary

Why this course? Set yourself up for a future career in the well-paid finance sector by developing competence in business finance and general management. This course gives you access to specialist academic staff, business leaders, and the professional financial services network, including exemption from ICAEW. You’ll gain an insight into general management and access a wide range of optional modules that complement your development as a specialist in financial management. Subject expertise in business and finance (including contemporary issues such as globalisation, global trade, governance and sustainability) signal that you are a numerate, astute and commercially-focused graduate. Active experience through applied projects, placements and internships will enable you to demonstrate the business knowledge, commercial acumen and professional skills valued by employers. You can also experience international cultures and develop a global mind-set through options to work and study abroad. Future employment Gain professional recognition and real-world experience through a one-year paid placement, internships, consultancy projects, and company visits, while building a strong network in business and finance. Benefit from integrated career coaching, including CV and interview preparation, and develop the strategic insight and practical skills needed to make an immediate and lasting impact in your chosen organisation. You’ll also have the opportunity to pursue professional body accreditation and develop your own business idea with support from start-up mentors. Added benefits:

• Develop your own business idea through our start-up support and access to our network of business mentors

• Experience international cultures through options to work and study abroad

• Gain exemption from ICAEW