Study Finance, Accounting and Risk
Career-focused degrees
With close links to employers, key players and accrediting bodies within the sector, our teaching in accountancy, finance, investment and risk management is founded on a commitment to research and cutting-edge, contemporary and impartial information.
Our range of accreditations includes, Chartered Insurance Institute (CII), Institute of Risk Management (IRM) and British Institute of Recruiters (IOR).
Accountancy
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 26 | Glasgow | N400 |
Learn how to approach problems analytically and build the skills to deliver well-informed solutions. This professionally focused degree covers areas including financial and management accounting, taxation, and auditing.
Accountancy Pathway
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Aug 26 | Multiple Locations | N410 |
Begin your degree at college and achieve an HND in two years. If you are passionate about being a logical thinker and working with facts and figures, you can become an accountant. Study accounting, financial management, tax and auditing.
Accounting, Finance and Regulation
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
1 Year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Strong financial management is vital to all organisations. You'll develop a deeper academic and professional understanding of the key challenges facing the profession.
Applied Business Analytics
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Progress to a career in data-driven business by studying the MSc Applied Business Analytics. Develop the skills to lead analytics projects, manage teams and apply data-informed solutions to real business challenges.
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Part Time |
12 Weeks | Aug 26 | Glasgow |
Study for this globally recognised accountancy qualification to gain a badge of excellence and enhance your career in a wide range of fields.
Finance, Investment and Risk
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Find out how money and finance 'work'. Develop in-demand skills and expertise across finance and financial services, and make a difference for individuals, businesses, and wider society.
Finance, Investment and Risk Pathway
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location | UCAS code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
4 Years | Aug 26 | Multiple Locations | N391 |
Study an HND at college for two years and progress to Year 3 of this degree. Study personal finance, corporate finance, investment, banking, international finance and risk at degree level. Enjoy a career as a Financial Expert and Analyst.
Financial Technology
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full Time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Progress to a career in banking and finance by studying MSc Financial Technology (fintech) with Glasgow Caledonian University, a leading university in this field.
Graduate Apprenticeship Master of Accountancy
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Blended Learning |
5 Years | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Become a Chartered Accountant with ACCA qualification in only five years with the professionally orientated MAcc Accountancy Graduate Apprenticeship.
International Banking and Finance
| Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Full time |
1 year | Sep 26 | Glasgow |
Pursue a career in international banking and finance. Learn how to apply financial theories to the real world, with the help of academic and industry experts.
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