OVERVIEW
About This Programme
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Banking and Finance equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the financial services industry. Covering topics such as risk management, financial planning, and investment management, the programme combines technical expertise with practical insights to prepare students for the evolving financial landscape. Upon completion, the BSc (Hons) degree will be awarded by Manchester Metropolitan University.
CIMA and ACCA accredited degree
8 month | fulltime
fast track degree
Practical and theoretic modules
Guided career sessions
MODULES
Designed to explore beyond subject knowledge
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Banking and Finance offers a comprehensive curriculum, blending core topics like Risk Management in Banking and Financial Planning with advanced modules such as Corporate Financial Management and Advanced Financial Planning.
Graduates will gain critical skills in financial analysis, risk management, and decision-making, while exploring contemporary issues through modules like Financial Innovation and Technology. This programme prepares students for diverse roles in banking and finance.
Financial Planning
This module introduces students to key aspects of financial planning, including tax planning, inheritance tax, budgeting, debt management, time value of money, and education planning. Students will gain foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for effective personal and organisational financial decision-making.
Risk Management in Banking
This module examines the key risks faced by banks and explores strategies for managing these risks effectively. It also addresses regulatory issues in banking, providing a comprehensive understanding of risk management practices in the sector.
Pensions and Insurance
This module offers an introduction to pensions and insurance, focusing on different types of pensions and key insurance products relevant to typical consumers.
Regulation Compliance and Ethics
This module explores the critical role of regulation, compliance, and ethics in the financial services sector. It examines the regulatory framework, ethical dilemmas, money laundering, Know Your Customer (KYC) practices, and considerations for vulnerable customers.
Financial Innovation and Technology
This module explores the technologies and innovations transforming the financial services sector, focusing on their potential to compete with and enhance traditional financial methods. Students will examine how technology is used to improve traditional activities and drive progress in the industry.
Continuing Professional Development
This module builds on the foundation of personal and professional development established at Level 4, focusing on enhancing the ‘soft skills’ sought by employers. Students will have the opportunity to participate in mock employability tasks, refine their professional skills, and engage in departmental employability events as a core part of the module.
Commercial Lending
This module examines the key features of commercial lending, focusing on its products, sector-specific considerations, and assessment perspectives.
Retail Banking
This module provides an introduction to intermediation, customer segmentation, and diversification within the retail banking sector. It includes an in-depth study of banking products and branch networks.
Continuing Professional Development 2
This module builds on the Level 5 Continuing Professional Development module, further enhancing the employability skills required for students to be ‘job ready’ upon graduation. Students will participate in various employability-focused events, including activities simulating real-life job application processes.
Corporate Financial Management
This module centres on a key aspect of corporate financial management: company valuation. Students will explore valuation techniques and their application in corporate financial decision-making.
Advanced Commercial Lending
This module examines the role of commercial banking, focusing on governance, regulation, credit analysis techniques, and risk management strategies within the sector.
Investment Management
This module covers the principles of investing, focusing on the broader economic, business, and financial market contexts that underpin wealth management.
Advanced Risk Management in Banking
This module explores the key risks faced by banks and examines strategies for effectively managing these risks. It also addresses regulatory issues in banking, providing a deeper understanding of risk management practices within the sector.
Advanced Financial Planning
This module integrates competencies developed in earlier studies, enabling students to create comprehensive financial planning solutions. It addresses practical issues such as retirement planning, financial protection, inheritance tax, and estate planning.
Full programme structure and learning outcomes
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what to expect
Advance Your Career in Finance
Programme Aims
- Provide work-related learning and teaching to prepare students for practical applications in the financial services industry.
- Facilitate the advanced study of organisations, business management, and the dynamic external environment in which financial institutions operate.
- Prepare students for careers in business development and management by equipping them with a systematic, broad, and integrated understanding of key aspects of banking and finance.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Critical Understanding
- Understand the major theoretical tools and theories of banking and finance and their application to practical and theoretical problems.
- Evaluate the relationship between financial theory and empirical testing, applying this knowledge to analyse empirical evidence.
- Analyse financial data from diverse sources, including accounting statements and data from financial and banking contexts, using statistical techniques.
- Understand financing structures and governance mechanisms within banking and finance.
- Assess factors influencing the investment behaviour and opportunities of individuals and financial institutions.
- Examine the activities of financial services firms and the factors driving changes over time.
- Apply ethical and sustainability principles in banking and financial scenarios.
Skills and Attributes
- Apply critical thinking to solve practical and theoretical problems.
- Communicate effectively using a range of media.
- Demonstrate an awareness of ethical, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability issues within the discipline.
- Exhibit professional and commercial/corporate awareness in banking and finance contexts.
Skills you will acquire
$92,000+
median Singapore salary for Accounting
483,000+
Singapore job openings in Accounting
75%
of graduates report positive career outcome
programme structure
contact hours (full-time & part-time)
Level 5:
Modules | Credits | Face to Face Teaching Contact Hours | Independent Study Hours | Total Hours per module |
---|---|---|---|---|
Financial Planning | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Risk Management in Banking | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Pensions and Insurance | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Regulation Compliance and Ethics | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Financial Innovation and Technology | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Continuing Professional Development | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Commercial Lending | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Retail Banking | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Total hours | 288 | 912 | 1200 |
Upon successful completion of this level, the exit award shall be: DipHE Banking and Finance.
Level 6:
Modules | Credits | Face to Face Teaching Contact Hours | Independent Study Hours | Total Contact Hours per module |
---|---|---|---|---|
Advanced Risk Management in Banking | 30 | 48 | 294 | 300 |
Advanced Financial Planning | 30 | 48 | 252 | 300 |
Continuing Professional Development 2 | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Corporate Financial Management | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Advanced Commercial Lending | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Investment Management | 15 | 36 | 114 | 150 |
Total Contact hours | 150 | 750 | 900 |
Upon successful completion of this level, the exit award shall be: BSc (Hons) Banking and Finance
teacher student ratio
1:100
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Why choose LSBF for your education
Study Materials
Students will receive study materials after they have made full payment for their programme. Replacement of study materials is subject to additional charge.
Student Portal
Students have access to the Student Portal. It is a useful site where the course information and learning materials are available for students’ easy reference.
Accessible Faculty
Students may contact their lecturers directly via email outside the lecture hours for any academic related queries.
Recorded Lectures
We will show compassion and care to all stakeholders as we believe the journey is as important as the outcome.
ELIGIBILITY
Who can apply for this programme
Local/International Students Entry Requirements
Minimum Academic Entry Requirements:
Students who have successfully completed either of the following:
- LSBF Diploma in Banking and Finance / LSBF Diploma in Accounting and Finance
- Holders of a Diploma from a local polytechnic a minimum grade of C+ / GPA 2.5, provided there is a subject match e.g. Diploma in Accounting, Banking and Finance
- Students, who have obtained equivalent qualifications in relevant fields, or mature candidates who do not meet the standard entry requirements, will be assessed through university’s Recognition of Prior Learning Policy on a case-by-case basis and subject to university approval.
b. Minimum English Language Entry Requirement:
- IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 or
- Singapore O Level, with a grade of C or above, or equivalent or
- LSBF Diploma equivalent to Level 4, taught and assessed in English
c. Minimum Age:
18 years or above
Final year entry TUTION FEES (Inclusive of gst):
$15,151.00
(Local students)
$17,157.41
(International students)
year 2 entry TUTION FEES (Inclusive of gst):
$22,236.00
(Local students)
$24,222.22
(International students)