BSc (Hons) Finance

The BSc (Hons) Finance course offered by Lancaster University is a four-year program designed for students who want to embark on a career in finance or the commercial sector. The course offers solid fundamentals in accounting, economics and mathematical modules combined with study in all areas of finance including corporate, financial markets and investment.Course Content: The course begins with the strong grounding in the basics of accounting, economics and mathematical methods needed for future study in any area of finance. Students will also study business, including organisational behaviour and marketing. In the second year, modules solidify this core knowledge and students begin to specialise by choosing from a variety of finance options. The third year will be spent on a relevant work placement arranged by the University. In the final year, students can choose from a wide range of modules on topics such as corporate governance, risk management and behavioural finance.Key Modules: Some of the core modules in this course include Introduction to Accounting, Principles of Economics, Mathematics for Economics, and Personal Finance. By the final year, students have the flexibility to choose modules based on personal interest and potential career paths, such as Corporate Finance, Investment Management, and Monetary Theory.Accreditations: The course is accredited by various professional accounting bodies including the Association of Chartered Certified Accountant Professionals (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) and the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII). Future Careers: Upon completion of the course, graduates may find opportunities in various fields including banking, accountancy, tax consultancy, financial management in commercial and public sector organisations, merchant banking, and stock broking.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.