BA Hons Economics and Finance

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Leeds Beckett University

Program Overview

Leeds Beckett University's BA (Hons) Business Management with Finance is a 3-year course designed to equip students with a sound understanding of key business principles, with specialist focus on finance. It is the ideal course for students who wish to study how businesses operate financially and strategically in a local or international environment. By the end of the program, you’ll have developed key analytical, managerial, and decision-making skills that are essential for a successful career in today’s fast-moving financial world.

Curriculum Structure

The course structure is built to balance academic theory with real-world application. Students will explore a wide range of business and finance topics such as:

Financial Reporting and Analysis – learning how to interpret financial data to guide business decisions
Business Economics – observing how economic theory affects business environments
Corporate Finance – learning investment and financing strategies in businesses
Strategic Management – looking at long-term business planning and competitive success
Leadership and Change – building the skills to lead groups and change in dynamic industries

Throughout the program, students have applied learning experiences, group work, and real-world business simulations that reflect current market trends.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

There is high emphasis on preparation for the real business world at Leeds Beckett through experiential learning:

Work Placements and Internships – There is an optional sandwich year in which students are afforded the opportunity of working with finance functions in UK and even international organisations. These experiences introduce students to workplace culture, finance functions, and real-time problem-solving.
Live Case Studies and Projects – Modules have a tendency to incorporate real business case studies where students are required to provide financial proposals to actual problems businesses are facing.
The Bloomberg Trading Suite – This is a standout feature of the finance provision, allowing students to use live data in an environment that replicates a professional trading floor.
Student Societies and Competitions – Business and Finance-related societies on campus give students the opportunity to network, attend guest lectures from industry professionals, and participate in business simulations and pitch events.

Progression & Future Opportunities

The career support at Leeds Beckett is integrated throughout your academic journey. You’ll have access to:

One-on-one career coaching for guidance on everything from choosing modules to career planning
CV writing, interview, and networking workshops
Face-to-face interaction with employers via career fairs and on-campus recruitment sessions

The graduates from this course have secured jobs like financial analyst, business consultant, finance officer, and even set up their own companies. Others have entered the graduate schemes at big firms in banking, consulting, and professional services.

If one is thinking in the long run, the programme also offers a strong foundation for master's studies. The majority of students proceed to master's degrees in business, finance, or management, or even professional qualifications like CIMA, CFA, or ACCA to further specialize in the career path.

Program Key Stats

£16,350
£ 28
Sept Intake : 15th Jan


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Eligibility Criteria

BBC - BBB
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6.0
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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • banking
  • investment analysis
  • financial consulting
  • risk management
  • data analysis
  • financial planning
  • insurance
  • portfolio management
  • corporate finance
  • accounting
  • economic research
  • financial technology
  • taxation
  • auditing
  • business strategy
  • management consulting
  • and policy advising

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