BSc (Hons) Mathematics for Finance and Management

Prepare for the fast-paced world of finance, investment analysis, marketing and business management by developing sought-after skills in data-driven decision-making, operational research and mathematical modelling. Graduate with the confidence to lead on innovative strategies and lead companies to success.

In this BSc (Hons) Mathematics for Finance and Management degree course, you'll specialise in mathematical analysis and modelling used by finance professionals to track investments and forecast revenue, ensuring companies can make informed decisions to grow their profits. You'll develop the applied maths skills used by senior management to set financial plans and budgets that keep businesses competitive in their market and get a solid foundation in corporate financial management and derivative pricing, setting yourself up for a senior role managing business finances and accounts.

Course highlights

• Develop your knowledge of fundamental topics such as algebra, financial management, calculus and quantitative supply chain management.
• Choose specialist modules that match your interests and career ambitions, such as statistical methods in health research, advanced corporate financial management, astrophysics and decision modelling.
• Learn to use industry-standard mathematical, statistical and operational research software.
• Get access to our Bloomberg Suite, set up to simulate the system used by 250,000 international finance professionals to monitor and analyse real-time financial market data.
• Apply your skills on optional work placements in the community, such as assisting math teachers in local schools.
• Investigate theories alongside the University's mathematicians — 95% of our research in Mathematics was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent, and we're ranked top among modern UK universities for overall performance and research environment.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Institution of Mathematics and Its Applications (IMA).

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