BSc. Finance/Banking and Finance - West Midlands Open University

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

Course Curriculum

Our Business and Finance program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required for success in diverse roles within the field. From strategic financial management to investment analysis, our curriculum covers essential topics to ensure a comprehensive understanding. Students will explore areas such as financial accounting, managerial finance, risk management, and international finance. Additionally, we provide practical experiences through internships and real-world projects to prepare students for the challenges of the business and finance industry. Graduates will emerge well-prepared to excel in various occupations, including financial analyst, investment banker, financial manager, and risk manager.

100 Level

First Semester	Units
ACC 101 – Introduction to Financial Accounting I	3
GST 101 – Use of English and Communication Skills	2
BUA 101 – Introduction to Business I	2
ECO 101 – Principles of Economics I	3
COS 101 – Introduction to Computers	2
GST 109 – Use of Library and ICT Skills	2
AMS 101 – Basic Mathematics	2
Second Semester	Units
BUA 102 – Introduction to Business II	2
ECO 102 – Principles of Economics II	3
GST 102 – Nigerian People and Culture	2
ACC 102 – Introduction to Financial Accounting II	3
AMS 104 – Principles of Project Management	2
AMS 102 – Principles of Management	2
EMT 103 – Business Ethics	3

200 Level

First Semester	Units
FIN 209 – Elements of Banking	3
FIN 215 – Applications of Computer in Finance and Banking	2
FIN 217 – Law of Banking	3
GST 201 – Philosophy, Logic, and Human Existence	2
ENT 211 – Entrepreneurship and Innovation	2
FIN 205 – Corporate Finance	3
Second Semester	Units
FIN 202 – Principles of Insurance	2
FIN 204 – Quantitative Analysis	2
FIN 210 – Banking Methods and Process	3
FIN 216 – Fundamentals of Deposit Insurance	2
FIN 206 – Financial Risk Management	3
FIN 202 – International Finance	3

300 Level

First Semester	Units
FIN 303 – Principles of Finance	3
FIN313 – Financial Management	2
FIN 317 – Entrepreneurship of Finance	2
FIN 315 – Management of financial institutions	3
FIN 305 – Financial Systems in Nigeria	2
ACC 303 – Management Accounting	3
Second Semester	Units
FIN 316 – Practice of Deposit Insurance	3
FIN308 – Bank Lending and Credit Administration	3
FIN 304 – Development Finance	2
ENT 312 – Venture Creation	2
GST 312 – Peace and Conflict Resolution	2
BUA 314 – Innovation Management	2
BUA 302 – Human Behavior in Organizations	3

400 Level

First Semester	Units
FIN 409 – Financial Technology (FINTEC)	3
FIN 413 – Quantitative Finance	2
FIN 411 – Structure and Management of Insurance	3
FIN 410 – Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management	3
ACC409 – Energy Finance	2
BUA 401 – Business Policy and Strategy	3
Second Semester	Units
FIN 414 – Marketing of financial Services	2
FIN 416 – International Trade and Finance	4
FIN 404 – Research Project	6
FIN 408 – Project Evaluation	2
BUA 402 – Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving	3

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BUSINESS AND FINANCE

Course Curriculum

Business Regulation Major

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