Mathematics for Finance and Management
University of PortsmouthA-Level Entry
BBB - BBC
UCAS Points
112 - 120 points
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,000
About this course
Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after you've started your course.
Overview
Prepare for the fast-paced world of finance, investment analysis, marketing and business management by developing sought-after skills in data-driven decision making, operational research and mathematical modelling. Graduate with the confidence to lead on innovative strategies and lead companies to success.
On this BSc (Hons) Mathematics for Finance and Management degree course, you'll specialise in mathematical analysis and modelling used by finance professionals to track investments and forecast revenue, ensuring companies can make informed decisions to grow their profits. You'll develop the applied maths skills used by senior management to set financial plans and budgets that keep businesses competitive in their market and get a solid foundation in corporate financial management and derivative pricing, setting yourself up for a senior role managing business finances and accounts.
Course highlights
Careers and opportunities
A degree in mathematics shows that you have the ability to think analytically in many different areas of business and conveys an intellectual maturity that many employers look for when they hire staff.
You'll graduate with the skills and understanding to work in many related areas, including:
Our graduates have worked for companies such as:
Our graduates now work in roles including:
Other graduates have continued their studies at postgraduate level or set up successful businesses with help and support from the University.
Placement year (optional)
Taking an optional placement year gives you the experience you need to increase your chances of landing your perfect role after graduation. You could work in a paid role in a professional organisation (our students earn an average salary of £19,000 during their placements) or set up your own business, giving you the chance to grow your professional network and enhance your CV.
We'll give you all the support you need to find a placement that prepares you for your career, and we'll continue to mentor you throughout your placement.
You could take on placement roles such as:
You could secure a placement at organisations such as:
Entry Requirements
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 3 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Portsmouth
Avg. Salary: £24,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Portsmouth
Avg. Salary: £24,000
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
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A-Levels
BBB - BBC
UCAS Points
112 - 120 points
Avg. Salary
£26,000
Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Portsmouth
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Mathematics and statistics
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £24,000