COURSE CURRICULUM

The BSc Finance (International Business) programme at Henley Business School within University of Reading is structured to build a strong foundation in finance, economics, and global business before progressing into advanced international financial management. In the first year, students study core modules such as Introductory Securities and Markets, Introductory Economics for Business and Finance, Introductory Quantitative Techniques, and Ethics in Investment Management, alongside accounting-focused learning in Business in Practice. These modules introduce financial systems, market structures, quantitative analysis, and ethical considerations in global finance, including emerging topics such as cryptocurrencies and sustainable finance. In the second year, students move into applied financial and managerial studies including Corporate Finance, Portfolio Management, Financial Modelling, Management Accounting, and Comparative International Management. This stage develops analytical, technical, and decision-making skills while also exploring how international differences in business systems influence firm performance. The final year focuses on advanced and strategic perspectives, with modules such as Management of Risk, Derivative Securities, Strategy and International Business, and Global Ethics for International Management. These areas emphasise financial risk, global strategy, and ethical decision-making in multinational contexts. Overall, the programme integrates finance theory with international business insight, preparing graduates for careers in banking, corporate finance, consultancy, and global financial management across diverse and complex international markets.