Programme specification
This programme specification is aimed at prospective students and represents the most current course structure.
SECTION A: DETAILS OF THE COURSE AND AWARD
Programme: | Banking and Finance |
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Awarding body: | University of Essex |
Teaching institution: | University of Essex |
Department: | Essex Business School |
Professional accreditation: | Recognised by the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA). |
Final award: | BSC |
NQF Level of Qualification: | Honours |
Full / Part Time | Full-time |
QAA Benchmark Group: | Finance |
JACS code: | N390 |
Publication date: | 15/10/2014 |
Admission criteria:
if the applicant does not meet the specified criteria, he or she may discuss the application with the Head of Undergraduate or Head of Postgraduate admissions. |
A-levels: AAB-ABB GCSE Mathematics: C GCSE English Language: C or above (or equivalent) IB: 33-32 points, including Standard Mathematics grade 4 |
SECTION B: PROGRAMME AIMS, OUTCOMES, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT METHODS
This section provides a concise overview of the programme of study, identifying the aims, learning outcomes and the corresponding methods of learning, teaching and assessment.
Programme: BSC Banking and Finance
Programme aims:
The BSc in Banking and Finance is a three-year programme of study designed for students with particular interests in banking and finance. Its main aims are: 1. To provide students with the academic training in the principles of banking and finance. 2. To provide students with the opportunity to analyse the role of financial and banking information and data. 3. To equip students with knowledge of fundamental research methodologies covering quantitative or qualitative approaches to empirical research in finance, with a focus on banking. 4. To develop students' critical and analytical skills and to encourage the acquisition of autonomous study skills in the learning process. 5. To produce students who will have a sufficient variety and depth of knowledge to start careers in the financial sector, most notably in the City of London (banking, stockbroking, derivatives, insurance, regulation and other areas of finance). 6. To provide students the knowledge and analytical skills to pursue postgraduate courses in finance at Essex and elsewhere.
Programme Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of the programme a graduate should demonstrate knowledge and skills as follows:
A1 : The contexts in which finance can be seen as operating including knowledge of the institutional framework necessary for understanding the role, operation and function of markets and institutions. A2 : The major theories of asset pricing and their relevance and application to theoretical and practical problems. A3 : The major theories associated with the management of risk, such as portfolio management, asset allocation and the application of financial derivatives to practical problems. A4 : The major theoretical tools necessary for advanced study in finance. A5 : An ability to interpret and analyse financial data using appropriate statistical packages. A6 : The relationship between financial theory and empirical testing and an ability to evaluate empirical evidence. A7 : The factors influencing the investment behaviour and opportunities of private individuals investing in bond, equity, and derivative markets. A8 : The basics of financial statements and appreciation of the limitations of financial reporting practices and procedures. A9 : Understanding of particular areas of banking in which the student has chosen to specialise. A10 : Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of fundamental issues in banking such as risk management and regulation. |
B1 : A capacity for the critical evaluation of arguments and evidence. B2 : An ability to analyse and draw reasoned conclusions concerning structured and, to a more limited extent, unstructured problems from a given set of data which must be acquired by the student. |
C1 : Ability to locate, extract and analyse data from multiple sources, including the acknowledgement and referencing of sources. C2 : Communication skills, including the ability to present quantitative and qualitative information together with analysis, argument and commentary in a form appropriate to a different intended audiences. |
Communication: D1 : Present ideas and arguments in a coherent and effective manner. IT Skills: D2 : Use appropriate Information Technology to locate, acquire and analyse data. Numeracy: D3 : Manipulate numerical data and apply basic statistical concepts; Problem Solving: D4 : Identify and analyse problems and apply appropriate knowledge and skills to develop effective solutions; Working with Others: D5 : Problem-solving and analytical skills Self Learning: D6 : Time management, task prioritisation and working to deadlines |
Learning, Teaching & Assessment Methods or Strategies for the following:
Learning Methods Lectures and tutor-led seminars Directed reading Individual and group tasks Assessment Methods Unseen written examinations Assessed essays Class tests Pre-published class assignments |
Learning Methods Lectures and tutor-led seminars Directed reading Individual and group tasks Assessment Methods Unseen written examinations Assessed essays Class tests Pre-published class assignments |
Learning Methods Lectures and tutor-led seminars Directed reading Individual and group tasks Assessment Methods Unseen written examinations Assessed essays Class tests Pre-published class assignments |
Learning Methods Lectures and tutor-led seminars Directed reading Individual and group tasks Assessment Methods Unseen written examinations Assessed essays Class tests.Pre-published class assignments |
SECTION C: COURSE STRUCTURE
Please refer to your option list as issued by the department where necessary,
and view module details in the module directory.
Additional notes on module choices:
The choice of options will be subject to satisfying any pre-requisite requirements and approval of the appropriate Year Director.
Final year students on this course must pass at least 90 credits of level 6 modules. The remaining 30 credits may be obtained from level 5 modules (second year), level 6 modules (final/third year) or an outside option.
Component No. | Module Code | Module Title | Status in Award |
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01 | BE100-4-FY | Introduction to Accounting | Core |
02 | BE300-4-FY | Quantitative Methods and Finance | Core |
03 | BE400-4-FY | Introduction to Management and Marketing | Compulsory |
04 | EC100-4-FY | Economics for Business | Core |
05 | BE901-4-AU | Research and Study Skills for Professional Development | Compulsory |
Component No. | Module Code | Module Title | Status in Award |
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01 | BE311-5-SP | Corporate Finance | Compulsory |
02 | BE313-5-AU | Portfolio Analysis | Compulsory |
03 | BE610-5-AU | Introduction to Banking | Compulsory |
04 | BE314-5-SP | Financial Modelling | Compulsory |
05 | EC245-5-AU | International Financial Institutions and Policy | Compulsory |
06 | 2ND YEAR EBS (COLCHESTER CAMPUS ) OPTION(S) FROM LIST | Optional | |
07 | 2ND YEAR EBS (COLCHESTER CAMPUS) OPTION OR OUTSIDE OPTION | Optional | |
08 | BE910-5-SP | Successful Futures | Compulsory |
Component No. | Module Code | Module Title | Status in Award |
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01 | BE632-6-SP | International Banking | Compulsory |
02 | BE332-6-AU | Options and Futures | Compulsory |
03 | BE631-6-SP | Risk Management and Financial Institutions | Compulsory |
04 | BE334-6-AU | Financial Markets and Monetary Policy | Compulsory |
05 | Final year EBS (Colchester Campus) option(s) from list | Optional | |
06 | EBS (Colchester Campus) option(s) from list or outside option(s) | Optional |
SECTION D: RULES OF ASSESSMENT
Rules of assessment are here: http://www2.essex.ac.uk/academic/students/ug/rules.htm
Assessment information for individual modules can be found on the Module Directory at http://www.essex.ac.uk/courses/
See also: details of individual modules in the module directory and links to course materials and resources in the Online Resource Bank.
External Examiner Information
- Name: Prof Raphael Markellos
- Institution: The University of East Anglia
- Academic Role: Professor
NOTE
The University of Essex Programme Specifications Catalogue is updated annually in April/May. The specifications represent the most current course structures and may be subject to review and change. Should you have any queries about the Catalogue's pages, please contact the Course Records Team, Systems Administration Office, Academic Section; email: crt (non Essex users should add @essex.ac.uk)