BA Finance & Human Resource Management

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Strathclyde

Program Overview

The BSc Finance and Human Resource Management at the University of Strathclyde is a distinctive joint degree that equips students with expertise in both financial decision-making and people management. It suits students who want to combine analytical skills in finance with an understanding of human behaviour in organizations, preparing them for careers in banking, consulting, HR leadership, and corporate management.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1
You’ll begin with core modules such as Introduction to Finance and Financial Analysis, Managing People, and Business Skills. This year builds a foundation in financial principles while introducing key HR concepts like motivation and organizational behaviour.

Year 2
Your studies expand into Corporate Finance, Management Accounting, and Human Resource Management Practices. You’ll also explore employment law and workplace relations, learning how financial and HR strategies intersect in modern organizations.

Year 3
This year emphasizes advanced application. You’ll study modules such as Financial Markets and Institutions, Performance Management, and Employee Relations, while having the option to undertake a work placement or international exchange. This stage develops both technical finance expertise and practical HR skills.

Year 4
In your final year, you’ll complete a dissertation or major project, often linked to industry-relevant topics in finance or HR. Specialist modules such as Strategic Financial Management and Strategic HRM allow you to tailor your degree to your career ambitions, ensuring you graduate with both analytical depth and leadership insight.

Focus Areas

Finance, corporate strategy, human resource management, organizational behaviour, employment law, performance management

Learning Outcomes

Graduates develop advanced financial analysis skills, HR leadership competencies, and the ability to integrate people management with financial decision-making in global business contexts

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

Delivered by the Strathclyde Business School, which is triple-accredited by AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, ensuring international recognition and alignment with employer expectations

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

Strathclyde Business School is consistently ranked among the top business schools in the UK and Europe
The University of Strathclyde is known as the Times Higher Education UK University of the Year (2019), highlighting its strong reputation for innovation and graduate employability

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Strathclyde places significant emphasis on experiential learning, providing students with the opportunity to experience learning through action and enhancing their employability:

Internships and Placements: The university has excellent relations with leading financial institutions, which provide students with the possibility to undertake internships and placement years in areas of investment banking, corporate finance, and asset management.
Industry Partnerships: The university maintains close working relationships with banks and financial institutions, thus enabling students to participate in actual financial projects.
Student Organizations and Competitions: The Strathclyde Finance Society offers students the opportunity to attend workshops, networking events, and competitions, thereby expanding their understanding of the finance industry.
International Programs: Students can study abroad through Strathclyde study abroad programs, gaining global perspective on finance and business by being at one of Strathclyde's international partner schools for a year or a semester.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Strathclyde Careers Service provides students with full support while and after studying:

Career Counselling: Personal guidance to allow students to explore careers in finance and business.
Resume and Cover Letter Workshops: Practical workshops that assist students in developing successful job applications.
Interview Preparation: Mock interviews and interview preparation to equip students with the necessary skills for the job market.
On-Campus Recruiting: Regular career fairs and employer visits give students opportunities to meet with prospective employers.

There is high employability for the BA Finance graduates, who are highly desired by leading employers such that the vast majority of alumni obtain jobs as financial analysts, investment consultants, corporate finance specialists, and risk managers at prominent companies, including HSBC, PwC, Barclays, and Deloitte.

Higher Academic Pursuit: After completing the BA Finance program successfully, the students are eligible to pursue postgraduate studies in the shape of an MSc in Finance, MSc in Financial Technology, MSc in Economics, or an MBA. The program is also well equipped to support a strong foundation for candidates aspiring to become certified CFA or ACCA professionals.