Business & Finance

In this module, you'll gain the skills to learn about finance markets at higher level academic study. You'll develop your reading, writing, presentation and critical thinking skills. You'll also learn how to reflect on your strengths and areas for growth academically and professionally. This will improve your collaboration in team settings.

You'll learn how to identify, evaluate and retrieve information from business-specific sources using digital tools and technology. These include electronic databases, e-journals, books, and reports. You'll also learn Harvard-style referencing to ensure credibility and integrity.

You'll explore the key functions within a business organisation - marketing, operations, human resources and finance - and how they work together. You'll learn about the importance of stakeholders and stakeholder relationships.

Investigate social enterprise opportunities and case studies. You'll work in groups to develop ideas for a local social enterprise. You'll also plan how to run it, which may include marketing, finance, management, people and operations.

In this module, you’ll explore the basic concepts of quantitative finance. You'll learn how to use statistics and econometrics to analyse financial data and solve complex problems. You'll use statistical methods to analyse financial datasets and uncover trends.

You’ll apply financial models to real-world scenarios and explore how data-driven decisions are made. You’ll also consider the ethical responsibilities that come with financial analysis and decision-making. This will help you build both technical and professional awareness.

You'll work as part of an interdisciplinary team to manage a real-world business project. Gain skills in analysis, evidence-based decision making, solution finding and project management. You'll develop a proposition that has a positive impact on global contexts, such as people, cultures, climate, and economics. You'll then pitch this to a real-world business client.

In this module, you’ll explore financial analysis techniques in corporate performance. You’ll work with real-world data using financial platforms and tools, learning how to analyse financial statements, ratios, and cash flow forecasts. Through simulations and case studies, you’ll build practical skills in predicting financial outcomes. You'll also learn how to make informed decisions in a business context.

In this module you'll build the analytical, strategic and practical skills to enable evidence-driven decisions in business. You'll learn to communicate data findings within a business context effectively. You'll also recognise the importance of data privacy, data security and ethical practices in data analysis.

In this module, you’ll build your analytical and problem-solving skills to make better decisions in financial and sustainability-focused contexts. You’ll build academic literacy by evaluating a range of sources and learning to think critically and respond to evidence. You’ll also develop leadership and strategic thinking skills to navigate investment and risk. You'll apply this to areas like green finance and ESG, while improving your ability to reflect and collaborate effectively.

In this module you'll examine current and future developments of blockchain and cryptocurrency technology markets. You'll explore the impact of technological advancements’ on financial systems and stakeholders. Using research, critical thinking, and analysis, you'll explore blockchain solutions to real-world business challenges. You'll also discover strategic leadership opportunities within the fintech sector. This module will help you build your strategic thinking through creating innovative solutions for financial services.

This module will develop your strategic thinking, leadership and collaboration skills. You’ll analyse current business issues and generate ideas. You'll also build your own leadership style focused on teamwork and workplace readiness. You’ll explore investment and risk management frameworks, assess financial performance, and identify potential risk. This will help you make decisions confidently in real-life financial scenarios.

In this module you'll explore a specialist subject area of your choosing. You'll be equipped with the skills, knowledge and support to conduct in depth research. You'll explore how you can use primary and/or secondary data to gain specific insights. You'll also be able to tailor your research interests to your career aspirations and/or further academic study.

Generate innovative, inclusive and responsible business ideas aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. You'll analyse markets to assess the feasibility of new initiatives, considering both commercial and ethical dimensions. You'll design a viable business plan that integrates financial, operational and corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies.

You'll develop and evidence your leadership skills. You'll identify self-development opportunities by analysing your current skillset. This may include part time work, business involvement, volunteering or caring responsibilities. Enhance your learning beyond university work, through micro-internships and microcredentials.

You'll consider what the future of business may look like and develop your capacity for business transformation. You will identify opportunities to develop by reflecting on your current skillset. You'll also consider industry needs and enhance your CV with internships and microcredentials.

You'll develop the skills you need as an entrepreneur to launch your own business venture. You'll reflect on what you’ve learned - both at university and beyond. You'll identify ways to develop and showcase your abilities. This includes earning microcredentials.