Embark on a rewarding career in finance with the Finance and Investment Management (With Year Abroad) BSc (Hons) at the University of Northumbria Newcastle. This programme is designed for ambitious students eager to understand the complexities of financial markets, investment strategies, and risk management. You will explore core principles of finance, accounting, and economics, gaining insights into financial decision-making and the behaviour of financial institutions. This degree equips you with the analytical skills and industry knowledge necessary to navigate the dynamic global business environment and address contemporary challenges in sustainable development and responsible business.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over four years, including an optional year abroad, allowing you to immerse yourself in international financial practices. You will engage with modules covering econometrics, derivatives, and investment management, complemented by practical applications like financial analysis and professional practice. Throughout your studies, you will develop your research abilities, culminating in an optional dissertation or consultancy project. You will graduate with a robust understanding of financial theory and practice, prepared for diverse roles in investment banking, wealth management, and financial analysis.