Financial Management (Top-Up)

Manchester Metropolitan University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 1 Year Accounting and financeEconomicsFinance

A-Level Entry

N/A

About this course

OVERVIEW

We’ve designed this course for students with a Higher National Diploma, foundation degree or equivalent qualification. You’ll be the perfect match for studying with us if you want to prepare for postgraduate study or stand out when applying for roles in the financial sector.

Studying for just one year, you’ll build on your existing background in finance or a related area. We’ve recently designed the units on this course – our teaching team have spent hours on research to make sure the content is relevant and reflects the current financial environment.

A unique blend of units What really makes this course stand out is the range of areas we cover. You’ll look at emerging topics such as blockchain technology for payment systems, and explore how Islamic finance offers an innovative and ethical approach in this sector.

Being able to apply your skills is essential too. That’s why we’ve included a live research project where you’ll have direct contact with a bank or financial planning firm. You’ll have the chance to liaise with professionals and develop a range of skills, including client-relationship management and problem solving.

Insight into the world of finance Our teaching team have expertise in a range of areas including accounting, banking, wealth management and insurance. They will not only be able to share a wealth of experience, but also their research in a variety of areas.

You’ll finish the course with a CV stuffed with sought-after skills including report writing and critical thinking. Not only will you be able to make conclusions based on evidence, but you’ll also be able to form your own opinions across a whole host of current topics.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Add a degree to your CV – you’ll spend a year topping-up your qualification to build on your knowledge and fast-track your success in the world of finance.

  • Learn from financial experts – many members of our teaching team have worked for big multinational companies like Lloyds, Morgan Stanley and NatWest.

  • Triple accredited – our business school holds the globally recognised trio of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA, placing us among the best business schools in the world.

  • Develop the skills for PG study – learn how to analyse research, refine arguments and write reports.
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades N/A

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1131 Financial managers and directors
    4124 Finance officers
    2421 Chartered and certified accountants
    3534 Financial accounts managers
    3533 Financial and accounting technicians
    3531 Brokers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Manchester
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Accounting and finance, Economics, Finance