Course Overview

This course will provide you with the tools for a variety of financial positions in a range of organizations, from blue-chip companies to not-for-profit groups. Youll enjoy a stimulating range of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, simulations, and lab sessions. You will use advanced statistical software packages and have access to Datastream, a global financial and macroeconomics data platform, to enhance your practical skills. There is also the opportunity to develop other practical business skills, such as writing business plans, and country and market reports. Youll be able to benefit from visits of guest speakers who are leading industry experts in the field of economics and finance. We welcome students with background knowledge in economics or related subject areas, such as general business or management degrees. The program focuses on three core components; economics, finance, and the quantitative skills needed to work in the financial sector.

General Eligibility

A good UK honors degree (minimum lower second class) Equivalent overseas degree recognized by Aston University.

Part Time Work Details

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Language Requirement

• IELTS: An overall minimum score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 for each individual IELTS skill. Financial requirement You’ll need to show you have enough money to support yourself - unless you’ve been in the UK with a valid visa for at least 12 months on the date of your application. How much money you need depends on where you will be studying. You’ll need either: £1,334 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London £1,023 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses inside London If you’re applying for the Doctorate Extension Scheme, and you’ve been in the UK for less than 12 months, you need to prove you have a total of £2,668 for courses in London, or a total of £2,046 for courses outside London. If you’re boarding at a residential independent school, you’ll need to pay boarding fees instead. The amount you need to pay will be on your CAS. London means the City of London and the 32 London boroughs.