Business with Finance, BA Hons at University of Greenwich

This combined business and finance degree teaches banking sector basics, business analysis, finance and systems.

Our business with finance degree explores the analytical aspects of business. Focused on teaching you the practical skills and knowledge you need for a business career, this course also covers quantitative analysis and systems, and how the banking sector works.

Course modules cover essential financial knowledge such as developing and managing businesses, sustainability and financial crises, while the opportunity to work with business professionals and/or local communities on live projects provides practical experience.

What you should know about this course

•  Ideal for aspiring business leaders with a keen eye for finance.
•  You'll learn how to develop and manage businesses, taking into account emerging business issues with particular emphasis on finance.
•  Our accounting and finance subjects are ranked in the top 10 in London overall (Complete University Guide, 2019).

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

Work placements are optional, and you are responsible for arranging your placement with support from the university.

Previous students have secured a placement year within the NHS, Butler & Young and Computacenter.

How long is my placement?

Work placements are 9-12 months of full-time paid work. You take this between the second and third years of study.

What are the financial arrangements?

UK placement annual salaries range between £13,000-£18,000 pro rata. Some charity/voluntary work organisations offer travel costs and lunch expenses in lieu of a full salary.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Career opportunities are available with a specialist financial focus in general management within retail, consultancy, small to medium enterprises and business start-up.