BSc (Hons) Banking, Finance and Investment (Top Up)

Youll study six modules that have been designed to provide you with an advanced understanding of banking, finance and investment with an international perspective. You will study the following modules:

• Banking in an International Context
• Corporate Governance in Financial Institutions
• Principles of Corporate Finance
• International Financial Management
• Theory and Practice of Securities Trading
• Debt, Investment and Risk

Our student-focused approach is a great way to engage with the subject, the tutors and your fellow students. You will be taught using a variety of approaches including practical classes, workshops and computer based laboratory sessions which is led by the practical nature of the subject areas studied. Students will be exposed to a number of finance related tools which are used to examine empirical data on financial securities and portfolios, and the use of a share and commodity trading simulation in order to gain experience of interpreting market information.

You will be assessed through written and practical assignments and time constrained set exercises.

Foundation Degree or HND qualification or equivalent with an accounting and/or finance related element.

Application for entry with Advanced Standing will be considered from students holding relevant professional qualifications, for example, CII Regulated Diploma in Financial Planning. Where applicable, equivalent international qualifications are acceptable.

Students who hold professional accounting or other accounting and finance qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.

Any degrees, diplomas or certificates eligible above should have been taught and assessed in English, or English fluency to TOEFL 550 or higher, or IELTS 6 or higher.

Please note that whilst this course does not require a DBS Check for entry, some professions will not consider candidates who have certain types of criminal convictions.    Therefore, if you have a criminal conviction and you are considering a particular career path we would recommend that you check with the relevant professional body or refer to their recruitment policy to make sure that your conviction will not disadvantage you.

The BSc (Hons) Banking, Finance and Investment course helps prepare you for a career in a variety of financial institutions including banks, investment management, consultancy and equity trading. You will be given the opportunity to develop key skills that employers value such as communication, numerical and quantitative skills. 

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USW Careers is here to encourage, guide and assist you throughout your time as a USW student and for up to three years after you graduate.

You can get your CV checked, book a mock interview, explore your freelancing options, secure a placement, build your experience, develop your network, become more employable and get inspired for the future. We can help you find your career direction with our faculty based Career Advisers through one-to-one appointments, either in person, over the phone or even via Skype and through email with our ask a question service. Additionally, we have extensive online resources so you have all the information and tools you need to create a positive impact on your own career path.

At USW, you have the opportunity to develop a wide range of academic abilities, personal qualities and transferable skills we call these graduate attributes. 

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