Business with Finance, Postgraduate Diploma

  • Application Deadline
  • 16 months
    Duration

About

The Business with Finance programme taught at the University of Essex Online will equip you with a thorough understanding of the theories and practices used in modern business environments. Whether you want to work for a private, public or non-profit making organisation, this course will help you to develop both cross functional abilities and transferable skills.

In addition to introducing key management and business theories, this Postgraduate Diploma in Business with Finance also allows you to develop specialised financial knowledge including financial management theories, techniques, models and more.

Careers

The programme is dedicated to improving employability amongst the graduates. The online courses give you the opportunity to improve your career prospects and earning potential with a mix of key skills that are directly transferable to the workplace.

A postgraduate qualification is a major achievement and is greatly valued by employers.

The specialist knowledge and understanding you gain on our PG Dip Business with Finance can improve your employability and career prospects.

The course will also help you to develop a number of key transferable skills that will help you stand out from the crowd in almost any industry. These include communication skills, problem-solving, critical thinking and more.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

  • Management: Principles and Practices
  • Economics for Managers 
  • Financial Decision Making
  • Project Management
  • Business Strategy
  • Financial Management

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Part-time
    • Average part-time duration 16 months
    • Intensity Flexible
  • Credits
    120 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    Online
  • More information Go to the programme website

English Language Requirements

You need the following IELTS score:

  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

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Academic Requirements

An undergraduate degree from an approved institution equivalent to a UK Honours degree or a relevant professional qualification.

Work Experience

At least five years’ senior level work experience.

Getting a Student Visa

This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!

Tuition Fee

  • International

    5304 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 7072 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 16 months.

  • EU/EEA

    5304 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 7072 GBP for the full programme and a duration of 16 months.
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Funding

Check the programme website for information about funding options.

StudyPortals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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