International Banking and Finance (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)
Program Overview
This International Banking and Finance (Top-up) course for HND holders provides a full honors degree in one year. The program covers international finance, corporate finance, governance, global banking, risk management, and a banking and finance project. Graduates gain knowledge and skills for careers in financial institutions, such as analysts, financial advisers, and investment bankers. This degree also prepares students for further postgraduate studies.
Program Outline
The award allows you to gain a full honours degree in one year.
Outline:
Stage 1
- International Money and Finance (20 Credits)
- Module code: ACC3007
- Status: Compulsory
- Description: This module appraises the importance of multinational financial management in dynamic international business. It critically analyzes the attractions and limitations of doing business in a global market, identifying the additional inherent risks that global market exposure produces and strategies in managing the global firm.
- Corporate Finance (20 Credits)
- Module code: ACC3009
- Status: Designate
- Description: This module equips students with theoretical and practical skills in contemporary corporate finance. Students explore the complexities of corporate financial management, investment decision making and financial risk.
- Corporate Governance (20 Credits)
- Module code: ACC3017
- Status: Designate
- Description: This module examines the practice and key issues of governance within organizations in the national and multinational context. The module combines theories, codes and regulations, corporate social responsibility and ethics in addressing how modern corporations could adopt effective governance to manage their role and place in the society.
- Global Banking (20 Credits)
- Module code: ACC3019
- Status: Compulsory
- Description: This module explains the place and importance of banking in the context of the global Financial Services industry and covers the practical aspects of international banking and financial markets. The focus is on the evolving structure and regulation of international financial markets, their role and importance to the world economies.
- Contemporary Issues in International Banking (20 Credits)
- Module code: ACC3026
- Status: Compulsory
- Description: This module develops students' understanding of the complexity of the international financial systems and the issues multinational banks face in different jurisdictions. The module will cover historical and current developments towards the development of the `new' financial systems architecture and the challenge for harmonisation.
- Risk Management in Banking (20 Credits)
- Module code: ACC3027
- Status: Compulsory
- Description: This module prepares the students for roles in treasury and risk management. Asset and Liability management is core to the sustainability of financial institutions especially banks, hence, this module focuses on the tools, techniques and models of bank risk measurement and management.
- Banking and Finance Project (20 Credits)
- Module code: ACC4007
- Status: Compulsory The focus is on the implications of environmental changes to the structure and performance of global banking groups.
Careers:
The UK is the centre for financial services and the largest sector for employment. Those with knowledge in the field of financial services will find employment in international financial institutions in various roles such as analyst, financial adviser/manager roles, investment banker/analyst and compliance roles. Students graduating from this international banking degree can choose to progress onto a full-time postgraduate programme. This will enable you to focus your studies in a specialist area or gain a general management qualification such as the MBA.
- 2024/25 Tuition Fees
- Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 2024/25 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK Full Time: £9,250
- International Full Time: £16,500
- 2023/24 Tuition Fees
- Fees quoted for the banking and finance undergraduate top up degree relate to study in the Academic Year 23/24 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
- UK Full Time: £9,250
- International Full Time: £15,500
University of Northampton
Overview:
University of Northampton is a public university located in Northampton, England. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, as well as continuing professional development courses. The university is known for its focus on social impact and its commitment to creating a better society through its students, research, and engagement with the wider world.
Services Offered:
The university provides a variety of services to its students, including:
Accommodation:
On-campus halls of residence are available for students.Employment Promise:
The university offers an employment promise to help students find work after graduation.Student Perks:
Students receive various perks, including laptops, trips, and internships.Support:
The university provides comprehensive support services to students, including academic, wellbeing, and accessibility support.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at University of Northampton can expect a vibrant and engaging campus experience. The university has a modern campus with a full range of integrated learning environments, including a 24/7 library and learning zone. Students can participate in a variety of clubs and societies, and there are numerous events and activities throughout the year.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Social Impact Focus:
The university is committed to making a positive impact on society through its research and engagement.Modern Campus:
The university has a new, modern campus with state-of-the-art facilities.Employment Promise:
The university's employment promise helps students find work after graduation.Student Support:
The university provides comprehensive support services to students.Academic Programs:
The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate:
Programs in various fields, including business, sport, nursing, law, psychology, computing, and design.Master's:
Programs in various fields, including business, education, health, and social work.Continuing Professional Development (CPD):
Courses designed to enhance professional skills and knowledge.Other:
The university has a strong focus on research and has several research institutes and centers. It also has a strong commitment to equality and inclusion and provides a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students.
Entry Requirements:
- Successful completion of the first two years of a relevant business, economics, accounting or finance degree, or HND (or equivalent overseas qualification such as the Chinese Dazhuan).
- If you hold a qualification at Level 5 or above in a relevant area, your application may also be eligible subject to a satisfactory module mapping.
- In addition, you should hold Mathematics GCSE at grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:
- IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level
