This course covers how banks, markets and companies raise, lend and manage money. It leads mostly to roles in banks, insurance, investment and corporate finance.
Careers you can go into with Banking and Finance
Faculty: Management and Social Sciences. These are common routes, not a complete list. Many graduates also move into related fields as their experience grows.
Skills to build
Employers look for evidence of these skills on your CV. Build them through projects, internships, volunteering and short courses while you are still in school.
- Excel
- Financial analysis
- Customer relations
- Numeracy
Useful next steps
- CIBN membership
- CFA or ACCA for finance careers
- Bank graduate trainee programmes
Get ready to apply
- Put your skills, projects and internships into a clear CV with the CV Builder.
- Write a tailored cover letter for each application.
- Practise with the interview questions for this field.
- Check the job application document checklist before you submit.
Frequently asked questions
What jobs can I get with a degree in Banking and Finance?
Common roles include banker, credit analyst, investment analyst, risk officer. The right choice depends on your interests, your grades and the skills you build.
What should I do after studying Banking and Finance?
CIBN membership. CFA or ACCA for finance careers.
Which skills matter most for Banking and Finance graduates?
Employers often look for excel, financial analysis, customer relations. Show them with projects, internships and examples on your CV.
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