BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance

The BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance course at the University of Wolverhampton is designed to provide students with vital understanding of economics, along with in-depth financial knowledge. The aim of this course is to provide students with a strong academic foundation, preparing them well for a career in a wide range of business sectors.Course Content: The programme aims to develop the ability of students to analyse economic and financial phenomena and to improve their problem-solving and decision-making abilities. The course covers key areas such as financial markets and institutions, international trade and finance, corporate finance, portfolio management and risk assessment, and strategic financial management.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Quantitative Analysis for Economists, Principles of Corporate Finance, Financial Markets and Institutions, International Trade and Finance, Strategic Financial Management, and a research project in the final year.Accreditations: The curriculum is designed in line with the accreditation requirements from the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) and the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA). This course accreditation allows for exemption from certain professional examinations.Future Careers: Students graduating from this course can look forward to a wide array of employment options in areas such as banking and finance, government, consultancy, not-for-profit organisations, and academia.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.