OVERVIEW

This pathway combines business and management whilst focussing on building knowledge and skills of financial aspects of business. This programme is designed for students looking to pursue a career in finance.

The pathway includes Financial Behaviour which examines the psychological factors in peoples’ financial decision making, Finance and Accountancy develops an understanding of the fundamentals of management accounting and financial accounting and Financial Analysis and Reporting which provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in analysing financial information. The 40-credit dissertation module will also be based on a financial related topic.

LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT

The course emphasises active learning and facilitative teaching methods, through which students are expected to construct their own knowledge and understanding by engaging in supported processes of enquiry – often carried out in small groups – giving the opportunity for frequent and informal feedback. The course also encourages a participative approach to learning, including collaborative learning and peer review. Students explore business and management issues that are set in realistic contexts, allowing theory to be explored through interesting and challenging situations, thereby marrying critical enquiry with practical insights. Students are at the centre of the learning process, making their own connections between ideas and synthesis is encouraged, with the integration of knowledge from multiple subject areas.

Assessment is carried out at key points during teaching. Formative assessment with either verbal and/or written feedback is offered during each module. Written feedback is provided following summative assessment. Assessment tasks are linked to the objectives of each module and are normally completed by the end of each module. Types of assessment evidence can include assignments, projects, in-class tests and presentations.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Our careers and employability services run sessions to help you to identify and improve your skills, follow your intrests and present yourself at your best to launch your career.

Our business and management graduates have gone on to work in diverse areas such as accounting, banking, education, HR, law, marketing and consultancy. Many also progress to postgraduate study, both at Amity and other universities in the UK and abroad.