Business Studies and Finance Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Equip yourself with a rich breadth of knowledge in business and management with our flexible Business Studies course.

When you choose Business Studies at Stirling, you won’t just be stepping into one of the UK's leading business and management institutions – you’ll also open the door to a world of opportunities with the freedom to access subjects from different Faculties across the University and, if you wish, combine your degree with one of a wide variety of subjects. From Spanish to Sport, Psychology to Law, and Marketing to Accountancy, our flexibility is your strength as you pair your passion with an in-depth grounding in business.

This course will grow your managerial expertise and put foundations in place to ensure you continue developing through your professional life. You’ll also learn how organisations are structured, and gain insight into what makes them function best. Speakers from the industry visit regularly to complement our own research-led teaching – giving you real-world and rounded knowledge of business and the tools needed to succeed in it.

### We are AACSB accredited

The University of Stirling is [accredited by AACSB International](https://www.stir.ac.uk/about/faculties/stirling-business-school/about-us/rankings-and-accreditations/aacsb-international-accreditation/) in recognition of our excellence in business education. This puts the University of Stirling Business School among the top 6% of business schools globally.

Do you love numbers and strategy?  Finance professionals enable business transformation and strategic growth. The UK is a worldwide leader in financial services and Scotland is a key part of that economy. Finance skills are in high demand with employers. In return, finance offers dynamic, high-growth careers.

This course takes a deep dive into finance with a global business perspective. You’ll understand how stock markets work and how companies reduce foreign exchange risk. You’ll explore why corporate governance matters and why things go wrong.

You'll learn from our expert lecturers with significant industrial experience. You'll study: 

* quantitative analytical skills

* accounting

* financial modelling

* mergers, acquisitions and business growth strategies

* investment strategies, portfolio management, and trading simulations

* financial markets and risk management