Business Finance

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 4.75 k / Semester(s) Foreign:$ 4.75 k / Semester(s)  
StudyQA ranking:7481 Duration:36 months

Description

European University Barcelona's Bachelor of Science in Business Finance is a 3-year degree tailor-made for students who are seeking to optimize their financial resources in the world marketplace.

This course will provide the student with the skills required to analyze alternative business investments and teaches the importance of financial knowledge and discipline. You will learn to anticipate your clients' needs (both personal and corporate), efficiently manage financial resources and to responsibly balance risk and profitability.

The BS will provide you with a comprehensive global financial overview and sound business ethics advice, all within the trademark European University education model.

Our bachelor’s degree in Business Finance will provide you with a comprehensive global financial overview and sound business ethics.

Finance is all about creating value for stakeholders. In competitive global markets, creating value is important for international businesses. This is what makes our major in business finance both challenging and enjoyable, and why a degree in it can lead to a career that is both satisfying and lucrative. Duration: Six semesters/three years (Summer Fast Track option available)

Duration: Six semesters/three years (Summer Fast Track option available)

Credits: 192 ECTS/140 CH

Start Dates: October, February, June, August

Locations: European University in Barcelona, European University in Munich, European University in Geneva, European University in Montreux

Teaching Language: English

Campus Exchange Programs: You can transfer to any of the four main campuses after any completed semester. We also have exchange programs with a long list of other universities around the world. Please see the list of our partners.

Double Degrees: When studying an undergraduate degree at European University you can also obtain:

  • A second bachelor’s degree in the U.S.A. through our Dual Bachelor's Degree Program in U.S.A. with Nichols College
  • A second bachelor’s degree in Thailand through our Dual Bachelor's Degree Program in Thailand with Shinawatra University

Internships: EU has departments on each campus to help students procure internships.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline Admissions on a rolling basis. Tuition fee
  • EUR 4750 Semester (EEA)
  • EUR 4750 Semester (Non-EEA)

For semesters one and two: 4,750 For semesters three to six; 5,750

Start date February,June,August,October 2015 Fall Semester: October 6, 2014 Spring Semester: February 2, 2015 Summer Semester 1: June 1, 2015 Summer Semester 2: August 3, 2015 Credits (ECTS) 192 ECTS

Credits: 192 ECTS/140 CH

Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test
  • English
Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time Intensity Flexible More information Go To The Course Website

Course Content

This major will provide you with a comprehensive global financial overview and sound business ethics.

In addition, the BS in Finance teaches the skills required to analyze alternative business investments, as well as the importance of financial knowledge and discipline. You will learn to anticipate your clients' needs (both personal and corporate), efficiently manage financial resources and responsibly balance risk and profitability.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • Ability to make responsible decisions based on financial risks and opportunities.
  • Develop strong interpersonal and communications skills and competencies.
  • Gain a clear understanding of financial instruments and institutions.

YEAR ONE

FIRST SEMESTER (22 CH | 30 ECTS)

  • BCO111 - Foundations of Business Management (3|4)
  • BCO112 - Marketing Management (3|4)
  • BCO113 - Writing Communication Skills (3|4)
  • BCO114 - Accounting I (3|4)
  • BCO115 - Micro Economics (3|4)
  • BCO116 - Elementary Calculus (2|3)
  • BCO117 - IT Software for Business (2|3)
  • BCO118 - Environmental Sustainability (2|3)
  • Seminars/Industrial Visits (1|1)

SECOND SEMESTER (22 CH | 30 ECTS)

  • BCO121 - Ethics in Business (3|4)
  • BCO122 - Oral Communication Skills (3|4)
  • BCO123 - Accounting II (3|4)
  • BCO124 - Macro Economics (3|4)
  • BCO125 - Business Law (3|4)
  • BCO126 - Mathematics of Finance (2|3)
  • BCO127 - Applied Management Statistics (2|3)
  • BCO128 - Advertising, Media & Branding (2|3)
  • Seminars/Industrial Visits (1|1)

YEAR TWO

THIRD SEMESTER (21 CH | 30 ECTS)

  • BCO211 - Strategic Marketing (3|4)
  • BCO212 - Business Finance I (3|4)
  • BCO213 - Human Resources Management (2|3)
  • BCO214 - Production Management (2|3)
  • BCO215 - Entrepreneurship & New Venture Creation (2|3)
  • BCO216 - Management Information Systems (2|3)
  • BCO217 - E-Business (2|3)
  • BSF211 - Ethics in the Financial World (2|3)
  • BSF212 - Real Estate Investment (2|3)
  • Seminars/Industrial Visits (1|1)

FOURTH SEMESTER (21 CH | 30 ECTS)

  • BCO221 - Global Economics (3|4)
  • BCO222 - Business Finance II (3|4)
  • BCO223 - Social Media Marketing (2|3)
  • BCO224 - Financial Markets (2|3)
  • BCO225 - Consumer Behavior (2|3)
  • BCO226 - Sales & Purchasing Management (2|3)
  • BSF221 - Marketing for the Financial Services (2|3)
  • BSF222 - Bank & Treasury Management (2|3)
  • BSF223 - Cash & Credit Management (2|3)
  • Seminars/Industrial Visits/Thesis Seminar (1|1)

YEAR THREE

FIFTH SEMESTER (21 CH | 30 ECTS)

  • BCO311 - Global Business (3|4)
  • BCO312 - Financial Statement Analysis (3|4)
  • BCO313 - Negotiation (2|3)
  • BCO314 - Small Business Management (2|3)
  • BCO315 - Corporate Finance (2|3)
  • BCO316 - Industrial Marketing (2|3)
  • BSF311 - Managerial Accounting (2|3)
  • BSF312 - Insurance & Pension Commitments (2|3)
  • BSF313 - Security Analysis (2|3)
  • Seminars/Industrial Visits/Thesis Seminar (1|1)

SIXTH SEMESTER (21 CH | 30 ECTS)

  • BCO321 - Strategic Management (3|4)
  • BCO322 - Budgeting & Control (3|4)
  • BCO323 - Organizational Communication (2|3)
  • BCO324 - Cases in Marketing (2|3)
  • BSF321 - Cases in Finance (2|3)
  • BSF322 - Financial Derivatives (2|3)
  • BSF323 - International Financial Management
  • BSF324 - Tax Management (2|3)
  • BSF325 - Portfolio Management (2|3)
  • Thesis Seminar (1|1)
  • Final Case: Marketing (3|3)
  • Final Case: Sports Management (3|3)
  • Thesis (6|6)

Audience


English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test : 80

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test.

Requirements

Diploma

A diploma from an accredited secondary school equivalent to:

  • Certification from an accredited secondary school; High School Degree; Baccalauréat; Maturité Fédérale; Deutsches Abitur; A-levels; Bachillerato or equivalent.

English Requirements

Unless you are a native English speaker, you must submit a certificate of English proficiency:

  • TOEFL score 213 (computer based), 79/80 (internet based) or 550 (paper based). Institute code 0476
  • IELTS score 6.0
  • Cambridge ESOL, Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), minimum C
  • EU's internal English exam

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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  • Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

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