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BA (Honours) in Financial Services
Programme Overview
CAO Code: NC007
The dynamic world of international banking, from Wall Street to Dublin’s IFSC... The drama of takeovers, mergers and corporate high finance... Finance is an exciting, dynamic and rewarding area. Finance graduates help all types of businesses to raise money, manage existing resources and to develop, corporate strategy. National College of Ireland is located at the heart of the International Financial Services Centre in Dublin and is uniquely placed to understand the growth of the industry. The BA (Honours) in Financial Services will allow you to understand how financial decisions are made and to be fully competent in a range of risk management and other skills necessary for financial management.
As a graduate of this course you will:
- Understand the theories and concepts used in international finance.
- Gain valuable experience in the various arenas within financial services such as banking, funds, insurance and trading.
- Develop the skills necessary to go into any area of the industry.
- Benefit from National College of Ireland’s unique position and collaborations with the many international financial institutions who are our near neighbours.
Course Structure and Award
This course is a three year honours degree. The course is run over 6 semesters with continuous assessment held throughout the course and examinations at the end of each semester. The course has a common first year with all the BA (Honours) Degrees in the School of Business. On completion you will receive a HETAC BA (Honours) Degree in Financial Services at level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications.
Work Experience
At the end of year two students are encouraged and supported to obtain a relevant work placement. Also in year 2, students have the option of taking a Service Learning Module, adding to their experience.
Career Prospects
The BA (Honours) in Financial Services is a single discipline degree which will allow you to pursue a career in financial services and in the finance function of other businesses. Previous graduates have worked in areas such as banking, insurance, fund management, risk, capital markets and corporate treasury. National College of Ireland has a strong employment record in this area with graduates proceeding to leading firms such as PWC, Deloitte and Bank of Ireland.
Further Study Options
Upon successful completion of the BA (Honours) Degree in Finance, graduates can progress to postgraduate programmes at level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications such as the MA in Finance at National College of Ireland.
Who is the Programme for?
The course is for school leavers, mature students and graduates of FETAC level 5/6 programmes.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements are a grade C3 or above in two Higher level subjects, together with a D3 (Higher or Ordinary level) in four subjects. A minimum of grade D3 (Higher or Ordinary level) must be obtained in English. A minimum of grade D3 (Higher or Ordinary level) or a B2 or above in Foundation level must be obtained in Mathematics. Please check details of points awarded for foundation level subjects.
Mature applicants, applicants with a disability or those applying from Docklands or Area Based Partnership areas should consult further information for applicants.
Programme Fee
All courses qualify under the Free Fees Initiative, Higher Education Grants Scheme and the VEC Scholarship Scheme.
Student Profile
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Fact File
| Location | Duration | NFQ Level | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| IFSC, Dublin 1 | Three years, full-time |
Level 8 | End of semester exams Continuous Assessments |
* Please Note
A review of this programme, which is required under our quality assurance procedures every five years, is due to
complete in December 2009 and is subject to HETAC approval. This may result in some changes to the programme
as published.
Programme Modules
| Year 1 | |
|---|---|
| Business Communications | Business Information Systems |
| Business Law 2 | Computer Applications |
| Economics 1 | Financial Accounting 1 |
| Financial Accounting 2 | Human Resource Management 1 |
| Introduction to Business | Organisation Behaviour and Management |
| Research Methods 1 | |
| Year 2 | Banking 1 |
|---|---|
| Banking 2 | Business Law 1 |
| Economic and Social Policy | Economics 2 |
| Funds 1 | Funds 2 |
| Insurance 1 | International Financial Management |
| Management Accounting | Marketing |
| Monetary & International Economics | Research Methods 2 |
| Year 3 | |
|---|---|
| Business Ethics | Corporate Finance 1 |
| Corporate Finance 2 | Corporate Governance |
| Derivatives | Finance Law |
| Insurance 2 | Investor Research and Trading |
| Portfolio Management | Treasury Management |
Start Date
Monday 7th September 2009
Programme Location
IFSC Campus
