Finance and Investment Banking, BSc Hons at University of Greenwich

Our finance and investment banking degree includes mentoring and internships in the City of London. It is also recognised by the CFA Institute – a gold standard for investment professionals.

This degree in finance and investment banking is designed to develop your financial knowledge and help you get ahead in today's global business environment. Modules include corporate finance, investment management, quantitative analysis and accounting, so you'll gain the practical skills and understanding you need to deal with international finance issues. 

The course has been accepted into the CFA Institute University Recognition Program. We have strong links with the City and businesses in Canary Wharf, offering our students great networking, mentoring and internship opportunities in finance and investment banking. Previous finance and investment banking graduates have secured work placements at Barclays, Northern Trust, State Street and Goldman Sachs.

What you should know about this course

•  Our accounting and finance subjects are ranked top 10 in London overall (Complete University Guide 2019)
•  BSc Hons Finance and Investment Banking has been accepted into the CFA Institute University Recognition Program
•  Tailored modules will develop your knowledge of finance, setting your career path in banking, investment or trading
•  Ranked top 7 in London for satisfaction with teaching in accounting and finance subjects (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 at the NHS.

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?

Graduates can pursue employment in a range of areas. Specialist fields may include investment banking, asset management, wholesale and retail banking, insurance, treasury operations and consultancy.