Finance

Why Finance at Kingston

Kingston University’s business school holds AACSB accreditation, placing it among the elite 6% of institutions worldwide that meet these standards. Its proximity to London—one of the planet’s major financial hubs—gives students access to partnerships with global organizations and visits to leading market players. The university features a Bloomberg Trading Room where students analyze real-time financial data through Bloomberg terminals while earning Bloomberg Education certification. Programs are also accredited by ACCA, CIMA, ACT, and ICAEW, ensuring they align with industry standards.

Accounting and Finance

The Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons) combines deep theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience in financial and management accounting, while its curriculum reflects the industry’s digital transformation. Faculty members bring substantial commercial experience, and prominent speakers regularly host networking events. Kingston University’s Career Service helps students secure dream internships and post-graduation roles, with an integrated professional practice year available to strengthen their resumes.

Business and Accounting

The Business and Accounting BSc (Hons) targets those interested in business management who recognize accounting’s central role in running companies. It prepares specialists for positions with financial responsibility, from department heads to practice managers. Students explore the global business environment in year one, then develop analytical skills through operations management and Bloomberg Market Concepts certification. The final year’s module on leadership, transformation, and complexity builds critical understanding of long-term business development and customer relationship management systems.

Financial Economics

The Financial Economics BSc (Hons) has produced specialists now working at the Bank of England, Home Office, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup—testament to its robust preparation. Through this course, students examine how economics and the financial system interconnect, considering both traditional and alternative theories alongside their practical applications. They master the interplay of financial markets, instruments, and institutions while developing sought-after analytical and mathematical abilities, data analysis capabilities, and proficiency with specialized statistical software.

Financial Technology at Kingston University

The Financial Technology MSc prepares graduates and professionals for careers in fintech by developing in-demand programming and analytical skills alongside deep understanding of key trends—blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and machine learning. Academics actively researching the FinTech sector teach alongside industry experts, ensuring skills remain cutting-edge. Students can pursue practical projects as professional consulting, their own fintech startup, or process efficiency solutions with support from The Nest innovation incubator and access to data through the Bloomberg Trading Room.

Investment and Financial Risk Management

The Investment and Financial Risk Management MSc suits those pursuing careers in risk management and investment portfolios, whether they’re experienced corporate finance practitioners or emerging specialists. It covers financial modeling, financial risk management, risk financing, financial engineering, and fixed-income instrument analysis—building specialized understanding of risk’s role in investments. Kingston University students work with industry databases and qualitative-quantitative analytical methods, learning from researchers who provide cutting-edge knowledge about the latest developments. The course was developed with input from specialists at Barclays, RBS Capital Markets, Commerzbank AG, Standard Chartered Bank, and NatWest Bank.