BA Business Management and Finance
Course overview
Strong financial management is key to any successful business. The BA (Hons) Business Management and Finance at the University of Derby equips you with the expertise to assess financial performance, manage resources effectively, and support strategic decision-making.
This degree is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), meaning you’ll graduate with both a CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership and your degree—boosting your leadership credentials. In the course, there are optional modules that offer exemptions from Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) exams, providing a pathway to becoming a Chartered Management Accountant.
With a strong focus on real-world application, this course ensures you develop both financial expertise and management skills, preparing you for a rewarding career in finance, business, or leadership.
Entry requirements
To study BA Business Management and Finance at the University of Derby, the following requirements must be met:
Grade Requirements
- Students must have at least 112 UCAS Tariff points from A-Levels or equivalents.
- Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6.
English Proficiency
- International students whose first language is not English must achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each component. Other recognised tests like TOEFL or PTE Academic can also be used to demonstrate English language proficiency.
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
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Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Career opportunities
With a BA Business Management and Finance degree from University of Derby, students are open to the career paths below:
- Business Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Investment Banker
- Management Consultant
- Financial Risk Analyst
- Project Manager
Cost of study
International students who want to enrol in the BA Business Management and Finance course at the University of Derby are expected to pay an annual tuition fee of £16,900. For local students, the annual tuition fee is £9,535.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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