Global Financial Planning (with foundation year)

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from Coventry University campus.

This course aims to provide you with a solid grounding for a professional career in financial services such as personal financial planning, investment advice, pensions, insurance, and wealth management.

The foundation year seeks to provide the fundamental knowledge and skill set in a range of mathematical and business principles, as well as the theories and concepts involved in investment risk and professional ethics. Students who successfully complete their foundation year will then progress onto the Global Financial Planning BSc (Hons) degree within Coventry University’s Business School.

Key benefits of the degree

Prepare for professional qualifications – the degree is mapped against the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment’s Diploma in Investment Advice (IAD), a mandatory qualification for those who wish to offer financial advice in the UK and abroad

Develop practical skills in our Bloomberg Trading Floor4– develop your skills in our Trading Floor, which is currently one of the largest academic trading floors in Europe, featuring 42 dual screen Bloomberg terminals. You'll also have the opportunity to gain the Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate, on successful completion of a short course*

Tailor your studies– many of our economics and finance courses share a common first year. This gives you the flexibility to decide the direction you want to take your degree after you have received a thorough grounding in economic and financial concepts, and principles (subject to meeting progression requirements).

Gain real-world exposure – prepare for a future career in finance and investments financial planning with a work placement*.

Access our sigma Maths and Stats Support Centre– access maths and statistics support through drop-in sessions with experienced staff*

Please see the course page on the Coventry University website for details.