Financial planning is a growing professional service to help individuals manage their money and plan for the future. Demand for this service looks set to increase due to factors such as increasing life expectancy, growing complexity of financial services and products, evolving government legislation, and changes in pension provision.

 

Low levels of financial literacy and a global shortage of qualified advisers means that graduates with financial planning skills are likely to be sought after. Our course will help you increase your own personal financial awareness and prepare you for a range of roles in this growing sector.

 

Why you should study this course

There are several benefits to studying this course:

• Opportunity to fastrack to professional qualifications – the degree is mapped against the requirements of Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment’s Diploma in Level 4 Investment Advice (IAD), a mandatory qualification for those who wish to offer financial advice in the UK and abroad.
• Strong industry support and academic specialism - we are one of a handful of UK universities that specialise in this subject with strong industry connections such as Cooper Parry, FP Advance for student scholarship funding and networking opportunities.
• Recognised industry relevant pedagogy - We are a CISI Centre of Excellence and you can apply for the CISI Educational Trust Award. You also have the opportunity to sit the Level 4 IAD professional qualification exam (application and fees may apply).
• Develop practical skills in our Trading Floor4 – develop your skills in our Trading Floor, featuring contemporary Bloomberg terminals. You'll also have the opportunity to gain the Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate, on successful completion of a short course2.
• Tailor your studies – many of our economics and finance courses share a common first year. This gives you the flexibility to decide the direction you want to take your degree after you have received a thorough grounding in economic and financial concepts, and principles (subject to meeting progression requirements).
• Access our sigma Maths and Stats Support Centre – access maths and statistics support through drop-in sessions with experienced staff2.