Finance, Investment and Banking* BSc (Hons)

You are introduced to the basic concepts of financial accounting, developing knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting adjustments, and final accounts preparation for sole traders and companies. You learn how to record transactions, enter journals in the ledger, and produce accounting reports using an accounting information system. By the end of the module, you are able to prepare a simple set of financial statements, incorporating statement of profit and loss, and statement of financial position for sole traders and companies.

This is a 30-credit module.

Using appropriate economic analysis methods, you develop fundamental understanding of critical real-world economic issues. You also explore economic principles, models and their policy implications.

This is a 30-credit module.

You are introduced to the fundamental concepts of finance and investment, including types of assets and liabilities, issues of risk and return, diversification, valuation, capital structures and capital budgeting.

This is a 30-credit module.

Economics is both an academic and practical subject, with mathematics and statistics playing a fundamental role in research and problem solving. You are introduced to essential quantitative methods, allowing you to review fundamental numerical skills which develop into key mathematical and statistical methods for economics and business.

This is a 30-credit module.

You explore the use of mathematics in the conceptualisation of economic theory, and its use to solve specific problems. You also study the essential econometrics methods implemented in quantitative data analysis.

This is a 30-credit module.

You explore the environment in which the financial service sector operates. Recognise the essential role that financial institutions play, the risks they face, legal and regulatory frameworks and emerging challenges. Learn about the key components of the financial system, as well as key forces that drive changes in the industry. You also look at the insurance and banking sectors. Understand banking operations in commercial and retail settings, gaining an insight into the consumer element of banking.

This is a 30-credit module.

Dive into the transformative impact of technology on the financial sector, from the complexity of artificial intelligence, blockchain and crypto assets, to the convenience of digital banking. As the world becomes increasingly digital, gain a deep understanding of the risk regulation, compliance and ethical implications of fintech. Explore the importance of cybersecurity in protecting assets and financial operations, preparing you to shape the future of digital finance with a strong ethical understanding.

This is a 30-credit module.

You are introduced to basic investment strategies, focusing on portfolio management and asset valuation. Use professional statistical software and gain hands-on experience in analysing various assets, including developmental finance institutions, exchange-traded funds and stocks. Gain an insight into the world of investment banking markets, equipping you with the quantitative skills you need for today's investment landscape.

You focus on practical econometric and data analysis techniques in finance. Work with real financial data, building skills for market analysis and investment decisions. Explore econometric models, statistical tools, data cleaning and manipulation to uncover trends. You become proficient in using econometrics software for econometric modelling and data visualisation. Develop strong quantitative skills ready for data-driven finance research.

This is a 30-credit module.

You cover important topics in modern investment portfolio analysis such as stocks, bonds, foreign exchange and international securities. You also deeply analyse hedging strategies using derivative instruments such as forwards, futures, options and swaps. Gain a strong understanding of model formation, portfolio analysis, investment strategies and hedging techniques.

This is a 30-credit module.

Explore the role of corporate finance and the market it operates in, considering domestic and international settings. You study the ways businesses use these markets to create and maintain shareholder value by taking investments and financing decisions. Also, you learn about the use of financial instruments to reduce risk.

This is a 30-credit module.

You are introduced to the complex relationship between sustainable finance, businesses and financial decisions. Gain comprehensive knowledge of the origin, content, scale and scope of sustainable finance, and its implications internationally.

This is a 30-credit module.