Applied Finance in Practice (Hons) University of Dundee

Overview

The Applied Finance in Practice (Hons) degree delivered at University of Dundee opens doors to a range of exciting careers, from investment and risk management to portfolio analysis and beyond.

On the BSc Applied Finance in practice degree, you’ll dive into real-world finance topics like:

• financial analysis

• security and portfolio management

• the workings of global financial markets

Key facts

• You’ll also learn how economies work by studying macro/microeconomics. You will explore key areas like econometrics, where maths and data meet decision-making.

• By the end of the course, you’ll understand financial statements, be able to create and work with financial reporting, and develop skills that set you up for a career in this dynamic, ever-evolving field.

• Finance is an exciting field with endless career opportunities and room for growth. Every business, no matter the industry, relies on finance professionals to make smart decisions and drive success.

Career opportunities:

The Careers Service provides our students with far more than CV advice. From 30-hour micro-placements as part of modules, to gaining academic credit for improving employability skills we'll prepare you for your future career throughout your time at Dundee.

You'll benefit from:

• Seven recruitment fairs on City campus each year - featuring around 250 local, national, and global employers.
  • This includes our Go Global fair to help secure a summer placement abroad.
• Around 8,000 vacancies a year featured on our Jobshop website, for part-time work, graduate roles, internships, and voluntary jobs.
• A dedicated careers adviser, specialising in your subject, who can provide one-to-one guidance, application support, and personalised practice interview support.

• Auditor

• Management accountant

• Private practice accountant

• Public finance accountant