Course summary

Finance is the study of the practical and theoretical dimensions around the financial decisions made by consumers, corporations, governments and society. Studying finance provides a sound understanding of risk, money management, banking, capital markets and investments. Why study this course at the University of Glasgow? Connections with practice and industry experience feature in collaborative learning, teaching and assessment activities. The programme is an excellent option for curious and ambitious students, ready to become independent learners and critical thinkers. Our students will acquire knowledge and insights from internationally-recognised researchers combined with a range of specialist, professional and transferable skills and abilities. Our graduates will be outstanding problem solvers, primed to take on the challenges of a complex, uncertain and fast-changing world. Also excellent communicators and experienced collaborators, our graduates will leave us well-prepared for further study or to join high-performing teams in their future careers. The Adam Smith Business School is triple accredited. Triple-crown accreditation signals the Adam Smith Business School meets the highest global standards in education and research. This recognition validates the quality of education provided and enhances graduates’ employability, placing us in the top league of international business schools. Career Prospects? This programme provides the foundation for careers in the thriving finance and financial services sector, including insurance, accounting and banking. It provides graduates with strong transferable skills that are recognised as important attributes for careers in many other areas. Having engaged with international standards of research, our graduates will thrive as lifelong learners in future study and in the workplace.