Program Overview

University Foundation in Business and Management Stage1 at Hertfordshire International College (HIC) is designed to prepare you for entry to university-level program. During Stage 1 you will complete a range of modules relevant to your chosen degree, as well as modules concentrating on the skills that are vital for University level education such as Critical Thinking.

A Foundation pathway is available for students who:

• Don’t meet the entry requirements to enter university level study directly (but hold GCSE level qualifications)
• Feel that additional support at the start of university studies will help them stand a better chance of success
• Have been away from studies for a period of time
• Come from a different academic environment to that of the UK
• Require additional English language training

If you fall into any of the above categories, choosing an undergraduate pathway at Hertfordshire International College (HIC) is the right decision. Depending on your academic needs here at Hertfordshire International College (HIC).

Progressing from Foundation

Stage 1 will be the first stage in the 4 stage process. Meaning that on successful completion of stage 1 you will seamlessly progress to stage 2, which is the first year of a bachelor’s degree. There is no need to reapply, you will simply just progress between each stage until you reach the final stage and graduate with a degree from Hertfordshire International College (HIC)

BA (Hons) Finance
If you are serious about advancing your career in the global financial and banking industries, this practical degree shaped by the latest theories, will empower you by giving you the tools and techniques you need.

• Finance is the brains, eyes and ears of industry, helping to foresee potential challenges and achievements and preparing organisations effectively by allowing them to plan ahead.
• This BA (Hons) Finance course gives you a firm foundation in the value of understanding financial decision-making, risk management and the financial markets.
• The financial sector drives economic growth and has the potential to foster innovation, wealth and positive social change. In addition to modules on financial markets, you'll get a view of the societal and behavioural elements of finance.
• Strengthen your ability to understand and shape numerical data, analyse statistics and information, but importantly how to communicate this effectively.
• Develop and practice the personal, professional and academic skills needed to succeed in finance, whether that be to manage your family investment portfolio or enter a global conglomerate.
• Get into the practicalities of the industry as you manage your own spreadsheet to form and track a portfolio of your own - an insightful practice.
• You need to have a good attitude to learning, an open mind to numeracy and a professional mindset to flourish, on this course. Whilst strong numeracy skills are not required, an interest in the subject is helpful.
• If you are interested in an MSc in Finance and Investment Banking, this is the ideal program to prepare you and ensure you are in a strong position to be accepted onto the course.

Why choose this course?

• Our finance group has a culture of shared values and aspirations, which is an important aspect of both yours and our success in helping you fulfil your potential.
• Enhance your independent thinking skills on our career-focused degree, helping you apply theory and understand the realities of the sector.
• As the course progresses and you develop key areas of interest, you'll get to choose which routes to take based on your own passions and career plans.
• Assignments include a mix of essays, reports and presentations, both individually and as part of the team, preparing you for the world of work with relevant skill development.
• You are actively encouraged in CV boosting activities such as industry placement, study abroad or internships (including the latest online bite-sized digital experiences) as well extracurricular activities.
• Choose to enter our entrepreneur making ‘Flare Ignite’ competition, join the Enactus society to have a positive social and environmental impact, or enter the University Business Challenge.
• The GoHerts Award is open to all students and is an opportunity to further boost your CV with activities such as volunteering, work experience, skills development, society involvement and fundraising.
• We support and mentor students, even after graduation. This has led to a strong and influential network of alumni, many of whom regularly come back as guest lecturers.
• Through our strong relationships with professional bodies and business connections, meet entrepreneurs–in–residence, business ambassadors and industry leaders.