BSc (Hons.) Finance and Investment

The Finance and Investment undergraduate course at the University of Kent equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the world of finance. It covers a range of topics, from financial analysis and asset pricing to corporate finance and derivatives, and prepares students for a range of roles within the banking, financial services, or finance teams of other organizations.Course Content: The course consists of two phases – a foundation year and a three-year degree. During the foundation year, students will learn about fundamental areas of business, including IT skills, mathematics for business, introductory accounting, and introductory economics. This is followed by the three-year degree course where subjects of study will change depending on the chosen pathway. Potential areas of study may include Financial Accounting, Introduction to Finance, Statistics for Economists, and Mathematical Methods among others.Key Modules: Some of the key modules in this course include the International Financial Markets, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Econometrics I, Econometrics II, Derivatives, and Advanced Financial Reporting.Accreditations: This course is accredited and recognized by a number of professional bodies including the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment (CISI); the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, through their University Affiliation Program; the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW); and the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).Future Careers: Graduates of this course enjoy a high employability rate and have gone on to work for some of the world’s top financial firms in roles such as investment analyst, financial controller, finance officer, and risk analyst. They have found work at organizations like Deloitte, Lloyds Bank, the National Audit Office, and even the NHS.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.