Undergraduate economics, finance and accounting courses at Salford

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Pursue a future in finance

If you are good with numbers, organised and have a good business sense, a career in the dynamic fields of accounting, finance or economics could be for you. 

While studying with us, you'll learn by working with our industry partners, applying your knowledge and skills to real-life situations. You'll experience hands-on opportunities and develop important skills like teamwork, communication, leadership, technology use and ethics, preparing you for a future in your chosen field. 

All of our undergraduate programmes are available with an optional additional placement year. Boost your employability and set yourself apart from the competition with a year in industry.

To learn more about studying accounting, finance or economics at Salford Business School, book your place at an Open Day.

Explore our accounting, finance and economics courses

BSc Accounting and Finance

A degree in accounting and finance offers a versatile foundation for a wide range of careers.

Gain the practical skills required for a career in corporate or public accounting, banking, financial planning, asset management and much more.

Accounting and finance are fundamental to nearly every industry, making the skills and knowledge you take from this programme valuable across a range of sectors, such as healthcare, technology, retail and government.

BSc Accounting and Finance with optional placement year

BSc Accounting and Finance with foundation year

BSc Business Management with Economics

Interested in the economic challenges we face as a society and in business?

Our Business Management with Economics undergraduate programme will prepare you for a career driving economic growth. You'll gain the analytical and strategic skills required to understand market dynamics and make informed business decisions.

BSc Business Management with Economics with optional placement year

BSc Business Management with Economics with foundation year

BSc Business Management with Finance

Prepare for a successful career in finance and management with our BSc Business Management with Finance programme. Gain a blend of practical industry experience, cutting-edge financial knowledge and strong links to industry professionals.

Learn how finance fits within a business context and affects the decisions made by governments and international organisations.

BSc Business Management with Finance with optional placement year

BSc Business Management with Finance with foundation year

At the heart of it

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Our expert-led programmes and support will help you to become confident and ready to face the challenges of modern work.

Based at the heart of Greater Manchester’s rapidly evolving business and digital industries, you will have endless opportunities to prepare for future success in your chosen industry. 

Our industry-accredited programmes are career-focused and industry-informed, helping you develop the skills and knowledge needed for a diverse range of positions within the sector. 

Why study at Salford?

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Benefit from real-world learning opportunities and an optional placement year in industry.

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Join a vibrant global community where staff know you by name and fellow students become friends for life.

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Study on our green campus in the heart of Greater Manchester’s dynamic business and digital sector.

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Benefit from dedicated support services and facilities when you need them.

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Experience life in industry and benefit from close partnerships with SMEs and multinational household names.

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Gain the digital and soft skills required to set yourself apart from the competition.

Visit us on campus

University of Salford Open day signpost.

Our undergraduate Open Days provide you with the opportunity to learn more about studying at Salford Business School. Discover more about your course, our community and how we are here to support you by visiting us on campus. 

  • Attend course-specific talks and meet your future tutors and industry experts.
  • Hear first-hand experiences from current students and graduates studying on your course.
  • Explore our support services and meet our in-school progression and careers teams.
  • See how we embed real-world learning opportunities throughout your studies.
  • Tour our campuses and explore facilities and equipment.

Secure your place at our upcoming Open Day and gain all the information you need to make an informed university decision.

Ready for the next step?

You can apply now via UCAS with these quick links: 

BSc Accounting and Finance

BSc Business Management with Economics

BSc Business Management with Finance

All of our undergraduate programmes are available with optional placement and foundation years. Speak to our dedicated enquiries team for more information. 

Interested in further study? Find out more about postgraduate courses at Salford.

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