Program Overview

Overview of the Applied Finance CertHE Certhe Program

The Applied Finance CertHE Certhe program at Queen Mary University of London is a specialized degree that combines academic rigor with industry-recognized professional qualifications and work experience within partner organizations. This program is designed for those new to the Financial Services sector and beginning their career journey.

Program Structure

• The program is a precursor to the BSc (Econ) Applied Finance and Level 6 Financial Services Professional program.
• It is a two-year program, with the option to progress to the BSc (Econ) Applied Finance after successful completion.
• The program follows a block-teaching approach, with intensive on-campus sprints and online independent learning activities.

Year 1 Modules

• Financial Markets and Institutions
• Principles of Economics for Financial Professionals
• Quantitative Methods for Finance 1
• Work Based Module: Systems and Processes
• Asset Pricing
• One of the following two modules:
  • Professional Qualification Module: CISI
  • Professional Qualification Module: IMC

Year 2 Modules

• Macroeconomics for Financial Professionals
• Accounting for Investment Operation Specialists
• Quantitative Methods for Finance 2
• Work based module: Professional Development
• Corporate Finance

Teaching and Learning

• The program blends on-campus, online, and workplace learning.
• Assessment types include modular assignments, practical skills, and professional capability assessments.
• Learners will work for 80% of their contracted week, with line managers assigning work that allows for the application of learning in the workplace.

Entry Requirements

• Applications must be submitted directly to the organization via their website.
• Contextualized admissions are considered, taking into account individual educational experiences and context.
• The course does not accept applications for deferred entry.

Careers

• Apprentices will develop skills to become highly competent professionals in the financial sector.
• Upon successful completion, apprentices are expected to progress onto the BSc (Econ) Applied Finance studies.
• The School of Economics and Finance provides dedicated careers support and activities.

About the School

• The School of Economics and Finance at Queen Mary is ranked in the top 100 for Economics & Econometrics in the 2025 QS World University Rankings.
• The school provides a solid foundation in economic and financial theory and practice, driven by research-led teaching from experts in the field.
• Faculty members are recognized experts in their fields, impacting policy making and public debate.

Resources and Facilities

• The program is based in the Graduate Centre, which opened in 2017 and provides access to the latest banking and finance industry software.
• The school offers excellent on-campus resources, including a trading floor with Bloomberg terminals, computer labs, and subscriptions to major statistical databases and software packages.
• Students have access to economic and financial data through platforms including Macrobond, Wharton Research Data Services, and The Economist.