Modules
These modules are those we currently offer and may be subject to change.
Why this course
2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Silver Award for delivering high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for students.
This one-year top up programme is designed to provide you with a firm understanding of Business Management and Finance.
Learn about emerging markets and advanced economies, and use financial instruments to analyse global markets.
Skills
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Get a firm understanding of the skills that matter most to employers.
Graduate with the confidence to think critically, innovate, act responsibly, adapt and manage change in our ever changing world.
With our BSc Business Management and Finance (Top-up), you’ll apply contemporary research and the latest thinking to explore current issues, including:
- Decision making
- Ethics and responsible management
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You’ll learn how to identify and solve problems and to communicate your ideas with impact. We’ll also help you to increase your employability through our Business Readiness module.
As your finance skills grow, you’ll develop the commercial acumen, emotional intelligence, and self-reflection you need to realise your goals.
This programme is open for all students in the UK and overseas who wish to transfer to complete the final year of an undergraduate degree, as well as students who have completed study at one of Roehampton's partner institutions.
How you'll learn
Belong, believe and achieve through our practical approach to business and finance.
We'll deliver a modern, practice-based curriculum, where you'll connect your learning to the realities of business.
In high-spec facilities, like our Business Laboratory and new Bloomberg Trading Room, you’ll explore:
- Taking charge of your financial future
- Effective financial management
- Applying the essential concepts and tools to corporate strategy
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You’ll also take a Business Readiness module, designed in line with the CMI’s employability framework to help you develop key skills.
Our faculty of academic experts and working professionals will guide you through a blended mix of:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Independent learning
- Online study skills
- Assessment preparation sessions
As our courses are taught over no more than three days per week, you’ll have the flexibility to take on paid part-time work, placements, or internships – gaining real-world experience before you graduate.
We apply world-leading research and the latest thinking to your studies to help you develop a global mindset.
How you'll be assessed
Benefit from assessments that prepare you for life beyond university.
You'll be assessed using a wide range of theory and practical assessments that replicate the world of business today. This includes coursework, reports, exams (on Accountancy and Finance modules only) and online tests.
Other types of assessments include portfolio evaluation, case studies, critical poster, consultancy projects and using the Bloomberg terminal to track performance of a live asset. All of these methods will help you demonstrate the breath and knowledge you've learnt.
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Career options
Earn a degree that you can do finance with.
With its optional paid work placement and accreditation with the CMI, our BSc Business Management and Finance Top-up degree is the ideal launchpad for careers in:
- Corporate finance, banking, insurance and business consultancy
- Specialist and management roles
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Wherever you want to go in the future, you’ll be preparing for the world of work from day one at Roehampton, with regular access to:
- Employability events
- Guest industry speakers
- Networking opportunities
- Personalised mentoring and careers support.
You’ll graduate ready to grab every opportunity that comes your way.
How our careers service supports you
Our careers support team is available to support you from the start of your studies until after you graduate. They will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers.
You’ll also have opportunities to work with our partners across London and beyond, and to attend a Roehampton jobs fair where you can find out about graduate opportunities and meet employers.
Application Info
How to apply
Undergraduate programmes
- September 2024 entry: Home (UK) students – apply through UCAS (Roehampton UCAS institution code is R48)
Apply now for September 2024 entry through UCAS
- September 2024 entry: International students- apply using our direct application form
Apply now for September 2024 entry
If you need any help or advice with your application, or just want to ask us a question before you apply, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We welcome applicants with a wide range of qualifications, including BTECs, A-levels and T Levels.
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential. In some cases, we will make you a contextual offer. Contextual offers ensure that all applicants have a fair opportunity of gaining a place with us, regardless of their background. Find out more about contextual offers.
Detailed advice on applying for an undergraduate degree is available on our How to apply page.
- 240 credits from a Higher National Diploma (HND), a foundation degree (FdA/ FdSc) or equivalent international qualification in a relevant subject.
- 240 credits from years 1 and 2 of an undergraduate degree (BA/BSc) in a relevant subject at a different institution.
​General entry requirements
Validation and curriculum review
What is validation?
Validation is a formal process through which the University approves a programme (content, teaching, learning and assessment) as being of appropriate standard and quality. This is a normal process used throughout the university sector.
The University expects to publish details of the validated programme in the academic year prior to the start date of the programme. You are advised to check the University website at that time to ensure that you have up-to-date information. In the meantime, if you require information you should contact 0208 392 3232.
What is curriculum review?
Curriculum review is the regular and systematic monitoring and reviewing of programmes. It is a normal process in the sector and it is the way by which the university ensures that your course remains up-to-date and relevant. The process may result in changes to the content, structure and/or assessment of the programme.
The University expects to publish details of the re-validated programme by 31 March in the academic year prior to the start date of the programme. You are advised to check the University website at that time to ensure that you have up-to-date information. In the meantime, if you require information you should contact 0208 392 3232.
Contextual offers
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential, and can offer flexibility in entry requirements.
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