About this course
In choosing to study this course, you will receive rigorous training in areas such as econometrics for finance, programming with Python, theoretical finance, and computational methods. You will have the opportunity to study cutting- edge topics such as data mining, machine learning, financial data visualisation, and financial technology. You will be able to combine your knowledge of finance, programming in Python, and analytics to solve finance problems and generate insights.
Introduction
The BSc Finance and Data Analytics blends together the areas of finance and data analytics and equips you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to follow a range of careers, e.g. finance and consulting.
The first year equips you with the foundational knowledge of finance and introduces you to Python, the programming language. The second year develops your understanding of advanced finance theories and their implications for the industry. You will learn to use Python and industry-leading datasets to empirically test finance theories. You will also learn to use data visualisation techniques to communicate your insights with the audience.
During the third year, you will deepen your knowledge of the finance industry and have the opportunity to take cutting-edge modules such as Data Mining and Machine Learning. You will also develop a range of transferable skills, including flexibility, problem-solving ability, commercial awareness, and communication, which are highly valued by employers.
Studying Finance with Data Analytics at Liverpool will enable you to reach your full potential as you will benefit from our range of industry links and research expertise in addition to being exposed to our cutting-edge curriculum, the state-of-the-art computer room, and innovative teaching methodologies.
What you'll learn
- Corporate finance
- Financial markets
- Financial econometrics
- Python programming
- Data mining and machine learning
- Data visualisation
- Database management
- Computational methods
- Corporate reporting and analysis
- Financial technology
Accreditation
The University of Liverpool Management School holds accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. This makes it one of an elite group of institutions worldwide to hold the gold standard triple accreditation.