BSc. in Business Administration,
Financial Management Major (Asynchronous)
Develop expertise in corporate finance, investment analysis, risk management and financial decision-making. Study entirely online on your schedule through an accelerated, fully asynchronous format.
An Accelerated Way to Earn Your Degree
Complete this 120-credit bachelor’s degree through focused six-week study cycles.
For context, UCC’s traditional bachelor’s semesters typically run for 13 weeks.
Who This Asynchronous Option Is For
This flexible learning format is ideal for:
- ✓ Working finance professionals seeking to advance their careers
- ✓ Banking and investment professionals formalizing their credentials
- ✓ Business professionals transitioning into financial management roles
- ✓ International students in different time zones
You'll complete the same rigorous financial management curriculum with the added benefit of learning on your schedule.
Programme Overview
The Bachelor of Science with a major in Financial Management provides comprehensive training in corporate finance, investment analysis, and financial decision-making. This programme prepares students for careers in financial planning, investment management, corporate finance, risk management, and financial advisory services.
What You'll Learn
- ✓ Corporate finance principles and capital budgeting
- ✓ Investment analysis and portfolio management
- ✓ Financial markets, institutions, and instruments
- ✓ Risk management and financial derivatives
- ✓ Financial statement analysis and valuation techniques
- ✓ Strategic financial planning and decision-making
Core Financial Management Modules
- • Financial Management & Corporate Finance
- • Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management
- • Financial Markets & Institutions
- • Financial Derivatives & Risk Management
- • Advanced Financial Analysis
- • International Finance
- • Strategic Financial Planning
Programme Structure
- ✓ 40 3-credit courses totaling 120 credits
- ✓ Six annual intakes
- ✓ Students take two courses per cycle
- ✓ Scheduled proctored exams each cycle
- ✓ Designed to be completed within four years
- ✓ Option to switch to the synchronous online modality
Career Opportunities
Financial analyst, investment advisor, portfolio manager, corporate finance officer, risk manager, financial planner, and treasury management.
Professional Development
Strong foundation for professional certifications such as CFA, CFP, and other financial industry credentials.
What Asynchronous Learning Means
Asynchronous learning means you are not required to attend live online classes at a fixed time. Your course materials (readings, recorded lectures, activities, and assessments) are available online, and you complete them within set weekly deadlines.
How Each 6-Week Cycle Works
Complete the required readings, activities, assignments and assessments within structured weekly deadlines.
Key Features
- ✓ Access lessons 24/7 and study when it best fits your schedule—before work, after work, or weekends
- ✓ You'll still have due dates, activities, and graded tasks each week
- ✓ Get guidance through forums, messages, lecturer feedback, and weekly learning pathways
How This Impacts Your Studies
Entry Requirements
For Jamaican Students
- • To be unconditionally admitted to complete these 100% online programmes, individuals should possess a minimum of five (5) subjects at the GCE or CSEC level (including the mandatory English Language and Mathematics. Principles of Accounts is required for business degrees) at grades A and B or 1 and 2 respectively.
- • Candidates who have a minimum of 4 CXCs can also apply pending the outstanding CXC subjects or can opt to do UCC replacement courses Core Mathematics, English for Academic Purpose and Fundamentals of Accounting.
For International Students
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Tuition & Intakes
Tuition Fees
Available Intakes
Ready to Apply?
Apply online for this 100% online asynchronous programme. Once submitted, our team will guide you through the next steps.