This one year top-up degree programme is designed specifically for students who have been unable to pursue a full degree programme in Banking and Finance previously. The BA (Hons) Banking and Finance (Top-up) programme is aimed at students from a generalist background who want a specialist focus. It builds upon previously acquired business and finance knowledge and skills, and concentrates on the complexity of global banking and finance practices. You’ll learn how businesses use financial assets in their international activities and how international business is affected by changes in financial markets. You’ll also look at international banking and finance regulations, and their impact on business strategies. You gain practical skills and knowledge, allowing you to confidently approach international and finance-related companies, as well as employers in general business. With an international flavour, the programme provides the knowledge, capability, and skills to pursue graduate employment opportunities across the globe. We’ll help you to develop the skills employers look for in their graduate employees, from report writing and analysis, through to presentation skills.

The demand for graduates in the financial and banking sectors is considerable, and graduates could enter the sector at home or internationally. The practical skills and knowledge obtained from the course will ensure you are employable in international and finance-related companies, as well as general business. The course also provides another point of entry to the MSc programmes available at the University of Derby including MSc International Business and Finance, and MSc International Business. You can enjoy 10% alumni discount when progressing onto a Masters programme.