Wigan & Leigh College BUSINESS & FINANCE - A LEVEL PROFESSIONAL HONOURS PROGRAM
Wigan & Leigh College

Wigan & Leigh College

BUSINESS & FINANCE - A LEVEL PROFESSIONAL HONOURS PROGRAM

Wigan, United Kingdom

A-level

English

Full time

Aug 2025

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Business & Finance - A Level Professional Honours Program offers an in-depth understanding of financial management, business strategies, and economic principles. This program is designed for students looking to enhance their skills in the business sector and prepare for professional challenges. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications to ensure students are industry-ready.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can explore diverse career paths, including roles in financial analysis, business development, and consulting. Opportunities may also arise in accounting, investment banking, and corporate finance, providing a solid foundation for advancement in the business world.

Business careers are among the fastest-growing and in-demand of all occupations because every industry needs business professionals. The Business & Finance, A Level Professional Honours Programme, will help you to understand the nature and scope of business and financial functions and the economic environment in which they exist. The world of business and finance offers great career opportunities for those aspiring to work in a fast-paced, high pressured environment.

You will study A Levels suite, including; Business, Economics, Maths, plus a further AS Level in Year 1. You will also benefit from the Professional Development Day, which includes: Extended Project Qualification, a work placement, professional qualifications, charity work, optional group sessions, including the Debating Society and the iDEA online program to develop digital skills.

For entry, you need a minimum of 8 GCSEs graded 9 - 5, of which a minimum of 4 GCSEs graded 9 - 6 (including English, Maths, and Science).

Successful students may secure a place at a Russell Group University studying business and finance-related degrees. There are many career prospects, and trained accountants can expect to earn over £45k a year. Other careers include Accounting Technician, Human Resources Manager, Business Analyst, Investment Banker, Project Manager, Financial Analyst, Management Consultant, Credit Controller, Recruitment Consultant, Training Manager, and Auditor.