Is a finance degree good for investment banking?

A college degree in finance or economics is typically the starting point for entry-level jobs at an investment bank. Accounting and business are also common educational backgrounds.

Which universities do investment banks recruit from UK?

Most students securing positions in banks attend ‘target’ universities which include; Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, Warwick, UCL, Imperial and Durham (in that order). Occasionally Nottingham or Bristol feature.

Where does Durham University rank in the UK?

6th
We’ve been ranked 6th in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022. This follows our Top 5 position in the recently published Guardian Good University Guide. These latest rankings further consolidate our position as a leading UK and global university.

What can I do with a BSc finance?

The degree prepares you for a career in the financial environment by providing a technical curriculum to strengthen the link between academia and practice. The BSc Finance enables you to acquire a critical understanding of theories, empirical evidence and practical application whilst maintaining a rigorous academic underpinning.

Why study business at Durham University?

Durham University Business School is internationally renowned and its vision is to lead business thought and practice to improve global wealth and well-being. One of the UK’s longest established business schools, Durham Business School is ranked 47th in Europe (FT European Business Schools 2018).

Why study a flexible degree in finance and accounting?

From financial and management accounting to financial markets – our flexible degrees allow you to focus on one or more key areas. You’ll study a breadth and depth of finance and accounting subjects to take your knowledge to a new level.

What do I study in the Finance module?

The finance modules are complemented by one compulsory economics module – macro – and an optional module from the areas of law, accounting, tax or foreign languages. In the third year, you will study one compulsory finance module to develop skills in the theory and applications of investment and portfolio management.