Economics and Finance with Foundation Year (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

As a BSc   Economics and Finance with Foundation Year (Hons) graduate at University of Derby , you will have a powerful combination of applied skills which are valued across the public, private and voluntary sectors worldwide. This course could be your stepping stone to a lucrative graduate training scheme or a well-rewarded financial consultancy role.

Key facts

• This degree is accredited by the Chartered Institution for Securities and Investment (CISI), the largest and most widely respected professional body for the securities and investment industry in the UK

• We help you build an essential toolkit for your career as a professional economist and financial analyst, including strategic decision-making skills that set you apart in the graduate job market

• Our Financial Markets Lab brings an extra dimension to your learning, giving you exciting insights into working life on a trading floor

• You’ll complete live financial consultancy and economic research projects with businesses and have the chance to take up placements and internships in the UK or overseas

• Our strong employer networks mean you will interact with industry leaders, economics experts and senior finance professionals throughout your studies.

Careers

• You will discover fulfilling career opportunities not only in international business, consultancy and finance, but also in government departments, development agencies, charities and not-for-profit organisations.
• Further qualifications such as the Bloomberg Certificate and the Futures Award will also help you stand out from the crowd in the job market.