Flexible and varied, this course will thoroughly prepare students to meet the challenges of working in today's financial and business sectors. The modules, covering a variety of topics, will use a mix of teaching and assessment methods to develop their employability alongside their technical expertise. Upon graduating, students will be able to make a significant contribution to the ethical financial management of any business.
Taught by staff with substantial professional experience, the course will be delivered through tutorials, seminars, lectures and group project work.
Students will benefit from a mix of approaches to teaching and assessment, including the use of industry-standard technology embedded throughout your course to make sure you become a work-ready graduate. They will have the option of undertaking an industry placement before their final year of study which will broaden their real-life work experience and impress potential employers.
This course offers the opportunity to take a ‘sandwich’ year – a year of paid employment in industry which will build their skills and experience. This is usually taken between the second and third year of their degree, typically making their course four years in total. Students who choose the sandwich route find it helps with both their studies and getting a job after graduation. It can build their confidence, contacts, and of course their CV. Leeds Beckett advertise lots of placement opportunities and provide support in helping students find the right placement for themselves.
