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Financial & Professional Services

Empowering smarter decisions for business success

We connect businesses in the financial and professional services sector with regional insight and cutting-edge academic expertise. Our approach combines practical learning with real-world industry involvement, featuring guest lectures and live case studies from business leaders across various sectors, including finance. Through initiatives like Launchpad and Microbiz, we provide tailored solutions that enable businesses to innovate, grow, and stay competitive in today’s dynamic market.

Financial & Professional Services

Top reasons to collaborate with us

Regional insight and industry connections

With a deep understanding of the Tees Valley and strong ties to both local and national businesses, we offer targeted solutions to meet the unique challenges faced by firms across the financial and professional services sectors.

Practical, real-world learning experiences

o By incorporating guest lectures and live case studies from finance professionals and business leaders, we equip businesses with actionable knowledge that can be immediately applied to enhance operations, drive growth, and improve financial strategies.

Tailored support for leadership and growth

Our bespoke management programmes, such as Help to Grow Management, support businesses in closing skills gaps, developing leadership capabilities, and sustaining growth in both financial and operational areas.

Access to top talent through internships and graduate placements

Our pipeline of skilled interns and graduates from across various fields enable businesses to address immediate skills gaps while building a strong foundation for future leadership in finance and beyond.

Workforce development

Online learning

Business Administration (DBA) (Online), Doctorate

Today’s global business environment is disruptive and dynamic, posing various organisational leadership challenges. Our 100% online DBA programme gives you the knowledge and skills you need as a business leader.

 

Online learning

Business and Enterprise (Top-up) (Online), BA (Hons)

This innovative and flexible online top up degree helps you develop the skills and knowledge valued by employers and give your CV a boost, enabling you to build on your previous qualifications (such as professional body qualifications or a HND/FdA or equivalent) to gain a full bachelor’s degree – 100% online.

 

Professional apprenticeship

Digital Accounting and Finance Manager, Degree Apprenticeship

In an evolving and uncertain world, there has never been a more important time for learning and development in the accounting and finance profession.

 

Online learning

Finance and Investment (Online), MSc

Finance is a global and fast-moving discipline with many opportunities.

 

Online learning

Finance, Investment and Banking (Online), BSc (Hons)

Finance is a rapidly evolving, global field brimming with opportunities. This course develops your understanding of global trade, financial markets, investment portfolio management, financial services, and the impact of new technology and derivative instruments on the industry.

 

Short course

Help to Grow: Management, Non-accredited CPD

Help to Grow: Management is a 12-week programme designed to support senior leaders in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enhance productivity, drive innovation, and accelerate business growth.

 

Online learning

International Project Management (Online), MSc

Project management involves implementing methodologies, knowledge, skills and techniques to successfully deliver projects efficiently and effectively.

 

Online learning

International Project Management (Online), PgCert

Develop the skills to lead, plan, and execute successful projects in a dynamic and ever-evolving business landscape.

 

Online learning

International Project Management (Online), PgDip

Develop the skills to lead, plan, and execute successful projects in a dynamic and ever-evolving business landscape.

 

Online learning

IT Project Management (Online), MSc

Develop your skills and knowledge in project management tools and strategies in IT.

 

Research and innovation

Our research focuses on business strategy, digital transformation and strategic growth planning, equipping businesses with the insights and tools needed to stay competitive and achieve long-term success.

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs)

Boost your company's capabilities through KTPs, gaining access to our leading researchers and tailored solutions that address complex business challenges in finance, law and professional services.

Find out more about KTPs

Help to Grow: Management

Our 12-week programme supports senior leaders in small and medium-sized businesses to boost business performance, productivity, resilience and long-term growth.

Find out more Help to grow

Teesside Marketing Clinic

Teesside Marketing Clinic is a free student-led consultancy support and advice service, covering areas such as branding, digital marketing, market research, strategic planning and much more.

Find out more Teesside Makerting Clinic

Our impact

Facilities

We offer state-of-the-art facilities to support the finance and professional services sector, including:

  • a mock courtroom for realistic training in legal and social care practices
  • professional meeting rooms and modern conference spaces for team collaboration and client engagement
  • resources to support digital transformation and strategic planning initiatives.

Our facilities are designed to support innovation, collaboration and growth, helping businesses stay competitive and forward-thinking.

Find out more about our facilities



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