Financial Management with a Year in Industry

Our BSc Financial Management degree will equip you with the analytical, strategic and practical skills required to thrive in the dynamic world of finance and management. Designed for those aspiring to careers in the private, public or non-profit sector, this programme blends rigorous academic finance theory with real-world application.

Throughout this degree, you will develop a deep understanding of financial and management principles to meet the challenges of an ever-evolving global landscape. Core modules introduce key concepts in financial and management accounting, corporate finance and a range of key management subjects, while advanced topics will explore international finance, risk and asset management alongside a selection of critical management disciplines. Throughout your studies, you will gain proficiency in quantitative techniques and management theories widely used in the industry and explore the impact of financial decisions on society, the environment and corporations. Our programme emphasises employability and hands-on experience. You will engage in case studies, simulations, and group projects that mirror real financial scenarios. Opportunities for internships, study abroad and industry guest lectures will further enrich your learning experience.

Graduates of our BSc Financial Management programme leave with a robust skillset in financial analysis, strategic thinking and ethical decision-making. You will be well-prepared for roles in management, banking, investment firms, corporate finance departments and financial consultancy, or for further study at postgraduate level. Whether your ambition is to manage investment portfolios, advise businesses on financial strategy, or shape policy in the public sector, this degree provides you with the knowledge and experience to make a meaningful impact in the financial and managerial world.

In Year 1, you will typically study areas including: Foundations of Financial Accounting; Analytical and Digital Skills; The Economy and Society; Business Law and Professional Ethics; Foundations of Management Accounting; Financial Markets and Systems.

In Year 2, you will typically study areas including: Management Accounting for Decision Making; Corporate Reporting; Corporate Finance; Financial Markets and Institutions; Change and Crisis Management; Enterprise in Action; Resilient Supply Chain Management; Exploring Data.

In Year 3: Year spent in Industry.

In Year 4, you will typically study areas including: Strategic Management Accounting; Business Consultancy Project; International Financial Management; Innovation Management; Programming for Business; Advanced Corporate Finance; Business Intelligence.

We offer a variety of assessment methods within our programmes, which can include:

• Examinations
• Class Tests
• Written assignments
• Group presentation

Throughout your undergraduate Accounting degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing. For full breakdown of course structure and assessment, please get in touch with us at study@swansea.ac.uk.

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
• Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants