Financial Studies
IFS Level 3 certificate
KEY FACTS
Qualification Type
IFS Level 3 certificate
Additional Entry Requirements
GCSE Maths and English grade 4 or above.
Assessment
Both units are assessed through an external exam.
Opportunities for Work Related Activities
Visit to banks and other financial institutions. Understanding how the economy, banks and the financial sector affect jobs, interest rates and inflation.
buy prednisone for humans cheap neurontin 300 mg shipped overnight Were students are encouraged to become responsible borrowers, sensible savers, and have an appreciation of the need for financial planning throughout their life. Â Â A comprehensive introduction to personal finance.Â
The financially-related content from studying this course serves as a strong grounding for undergraduate study within finance and business-related disciplines, with many students going on to study accounting, business, finance and banking.
Course Overview
Year 1
Certificate in Financial Studies:
Unit 1: Financial Capability for the Immediate and Short Term
Unit 2: Financial Capability for the Medium and Long Term
Year 2
Diploma in Financial Studies:
Unit 3: Sustainability of an Individual’s Finances
Unit 4: Sustainability and the Financial Services System
Progression
BSc (Hons): Banking Practice and Management; Finance and Accounting for Financial Services; Finance, investment and Risk; Business, Enterprise and Finance; Politics, Finance and Economics
Careers
Business and financial sectors.