Financial Services (Top-up) BSc Honours

Why choose Financial Services (Top-up) BSc at Middlesex?

The financial services industry is one of the UK’s biggest. Learn how to succeed in an international finance career with our course

This advanced course offers you the essential knowledge and skills required to excel in the financial services industry, one of the largest and most influential sectors in the global economy.

Your studies will cover the evolving needs of the global financial services market, including banks, investment management, insurance companies, building societies, and a wide range of other institutions.

The course builds on your existing knowledge to ensure that you not only meet but also surpass the rapidly escalating demands of employers and the global economy.

Our London campus provides ample opportunities for you to gain access to a premier global financial centre, home to some of the world's largest financial institutions and start-ups. This enables you to cultivate valuable professional experience even before graduating.

What you will gain

With 145 years of experience in delivering professional, creative, and technical education, we have consistently prepared our students for successful global careers. On this particular course, we ensure that you receive the best possible preparation for your future in the financial services industry.

• You will be equipped with both technical and theoretical knowledge, encompassing the latest developments and contemporary issues within the financial services industry
• You will have exclusive access to our state-of-the-art Financial Markets Lab, where you will be trained to use industry-leading tools such as the Bloomberg Terminal Platform, DataStream & Eikon financial databases.
• You will have the opportunity to earn certificates in Bloomberg, enhancing your professional credentials and signalling your proficiency in these industry-standard tools
• You will have the opportunity to acquire skills in financial data analysis and modelling software, including Excel, Minitab, SPSS, and STATA. These tools will equip you with transferable skills for a career in finance
• You will develop and enhance the critical skills demanded by financial services professionals, including analytical prowess, numerical aptitude, and proficiency in information technology. These competencies will equip you for success in the fast-paced and dynamic field of financial services
• You will acquire proficiency in business writing and effective communication techniques, enabling you to excel in professional communication within the business realm.

All this opens a lot of different career doors. Previous graduates have gone on to work as financial advisors, financial analysts, insurance brokers, and many others.

What you will learn

On this comprehensive course, you'll gain knowledge of domestic and international financial markets, exploring market instruments, financial institution operations, and asset and risk management strategies. Analysing international financial regulation, like the Basel Capital Accords, in the context of global crises, you'll develop a deep understanding of the financial industry.

Examining the impact of regulatory frameworks and market dynamics, you'll explore financial services marketing. By evaluating real-life scenarios, you'll derive effective solutions, equipping you with the skills to drive successful marketing strategies in the complex financial landscape.

You'll also acquire expertise in applying analytical quantitative techniques to diverse financial areas. Proficiency in software like Excel, Minitab, SPSS, or STATA will enable you to analyse financial data, make informed decisions, and excel in finance roles.

Furthermore, you'll have the opportunity to specialize in investment analysis, international finance, or business finance, developing advanced expertise in your chosen field.

This course provides a comprehensive education, empowering you for success in the multifaceted financial industry.

How can our BSc Financial Services (Top-up) BSc Honours support your career?

This course provides a strong academic foundation if you're looking to pursue a career in the financial services sector, or in quantitative aspects of consultancy, government or NGOs.

To support you, we run a comprehensive series of weekly employability and skills sessions, which have been recognised as excellent by one of our professional bodies and we have been awarded a CIMA Employability Global Silver Excellence award.

Graduate job roles

Graduates have gone on to jobs such as financial adviser, insurance broker, investment analyst, investment banker and financial manager.

Graduate employers

You could go on to work for organisations like:

• Goldman Sachs
• JP Morgan
• HSBC
• Citibank
• Deloitte
• Barclay capital
• Bank of England or any other central bank
• Hedge funds or investment management companies
• Insurance companies.

You can also study further on courses such as MSc in Investment and Finance, MSc Banking & Finance, MSc Financial Management, MSc in International Banking & Development, and MSc Technology & Innovation Management.

MDXworks

Our Careers & Employability Service, MDXworks will launch you into the world of work from the beginning of your course, with networking opportunities through our 1000+ links with industry and big-name employers in London and globally.

Our dedicated lifetime career support, like our business start-up support programme and funding for entrepreneurs, has been recognised with the following awards:

• The top 20 UK universities for business leaders and entrepreneurs – Business Money, 2023
• A top 10 university for producing CEOs – Novuana, 2023.

MDXcelerator student start-up support

Want to be your own boss? You'll have the chance to pitch your business to gain mentoring and grants of up to £15,000.

Global network

You’ll study with students from 122 countries who’ll hopefully become part of your global network. And after you graduate, we'll still support you through our alumni network to help you progress in your chosen career.