Bachelor of Banking and Finance - BSc

Over the last 20 years, banks and financial markets have become increasingly global. The downturn and technological advancements have enabled banks to expand their offering, making them an integral part of all financial sectors. BSc Banking and Finance combine academic rigor and practical financial skills to meet the demands of demanding banking and financial services. You have access to Bloomberg Market Real world data (B-PIPE), data and analytics in our virtual trading platform, where you can conduct trading and analyze financial data. She examines topics including: why banks exist and how they operate in today's economy, current issues in modern banks, banking sector regulation, global financial system and the role of investor, analyst and policy maker.

During study at University of Essex, your first year ensures that you receive a fully integrated business education by introducing topics such as accounting, management, marketing and economics. In your final year, you have the opportunity to apply your knowledge by completing an intensive, independent project or research project. This will give you the opportunity to continue to develop important employment skills in the areas of research, time management and critical thinking. Essex can offer job bursaries to improve your skills in statistical proofing, data analysis and research design. This degree also offers you the opportunity to follow a special qualification path, where you graduate with advanced modeling skills. This is proven in your degree document to help give you a competitive edge in the graduate job market.

The Essex Finance Group is one of the largest in the UK and our focus is on behavioral management which means that you are graduating with the ability to make sound and sound financial decisions. Essex students and staff join us from around the world, so you join the global business community. Essex Business School is a Management Certification (IMC) Adult age Partner and the course is aligned with the IMC syllabus, an entry level course. The University of Essex is also a member of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program, which enables us to award up to 6 students annually for a scholarship to CFA Program Level One exam fees, so you can start your journey as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Obtaining this award is one way to improve your CV if you are interested in looking for an investment management job. This course may also be taken with a subject of your choice abroad or in a placement year.