Program Overview

Whether you dream of running your own business or becoming a well-rounded competitor in the job market, this course is designed to help you gain a solid understanding of business organisations, finance, operations, marketing, e-commerce and management, in addition to valuable practical skills.

Why you should study this course

By studying this course you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop an in-depth understanding of today’s business world and fast-moving financial sector
  • This course covers a wide range of subjects such as setting up your own business, business organisation and management, e-commerce, economics, entrepreneurship, leadership and marketing, as well as a firm understanding of corporate finance and investments.
• Develop practical skills in our Bloomberg Trading Floor4
  • Develop your skills in our Trading Floor, featuring contemporary dual-screen Bloomberg terminals. You'll also have the opportunity to gain the Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate, on successful completion of a short course (subject to availability)2.
• Tailor your studies
  • Our wide range of economics and finance courses share a common year one and aim to offer you opportunities to achieve a thorough grounding in entrepreneurism, economics, accounting, personal finance, and maths and statistic. Please see module section for further information.
• Gain real-world exposure
  • Prepare for a future career in business and finance with a work placement2. Past students have undertaken placements at companies such as Indivior and Scottish Power Energy Networks.
• Sigma Maths and Statistics Support4
  • Access maths and statistics support through drop-in sessions with experienced tutors.