- Attain in-depth knowledge of markets, finance and investment. - Take an optional placement year for hands-on industry experience. - Gain a professional qualification from the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI). Develop the theoretical and practical grounding needed for a career in the finance industry. Covering key areas essential to the field such as regulation, derivatives and mergers, with the option for valuable industry experience, you'll be well placed for a rewarding professional life post-graduation. Our lecturers are experts in the finance and investment industry, and there are regular guest speakers to provide further insight still. Working independently and collaboratively, you apply your knowledge to practical situations, both on campus and in the field. **You learn through** - lectures and seminars - placement year - yearly employability module to strengthen your CV - guest lecturers - interactive sessions - live market scenarios - real-life corporate projects and activities - case studies and coursework - group work and presentations - varied, stimulating assessments **Applied learning Work placements** You will have the opportunity to embark upon a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. Our strong ties with regional, national and international employers can provide you with placements in banking organisations, international corporations and finance departments across the globe. Previous placements have taken place in Kuwait and the USA, and have included companies such as Dyson, Charles Stanley Wealth Management, Lloyds Banking Group and Hargreaves Lansdown. **Live projects** You will work in a team on a live consultancy project in conjunction with a client sourced by specialist teams at Sheffield Hallam. Your group will be expected to present its findings to the client and offer suggestions on how to solve the particular issue that the client raised with you at the beginning of the module. **Networking opportunities** With frequent guest lecturers from the likes of Lloyds Bank and the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI), and a valuable placement year, there is ample opportunity to make lasting contacts within the finance industry.

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. You can take an optional placement in year three. Year 1 Compulsory modules Business Economics (Finance) 20 Developing Professional And Academic Skills 20 Financial Analysis For Business 20 Financial Services Regulation And Ethics 20 Understanding Financial Services 20 Elective modules Foreign Language 20 Foundations Of International Business 20 Year 2 Compulsory modules Applied Professional Skills 20 Credit Analysis 20 Financial Management 20 Global Investment Banking 20 Portfolio Management 20 Principles Of Investment 20 Year 3 Optional modules Placement Year - Final year Compulsory modules Consultancy Project 20 International Derivatives And Risk 20 International Financial Markets 20 Mergers And Acquisitions 20 Risk Management And Investment 20 Strategic Issues In Financial Services 20

Coursework Exams Practical

Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: N391

Institution code: S21

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/accounting-banking-and-finance/ba-honours-finance-and-investment/full-time/2021

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	With a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.

English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Student satisfaction : 79%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 90%

Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2022/2023 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fees for UK students starting this course in 2021/22 are £9,250 per year. Our tuition fees for International/EU students are also yet to be confirmed, however you can see the course page on the Sheffield Hallam Website for more information.

City Campus
Howard Street
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Sheffield
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