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Gain a comprehensive understanding of the ever-changing field of finance and investment
Executive Education
Need assistance in understanding how finance works in a corporate setting? This winter course is ideal for you. LSBF tutors will ensure you leave with a solid understanding of finance and management basics – including uses and limitations. You will also become familiar with corporate finance theory and the fundamentals of risk management.
Executive Education
Need assistance in understanding how finance works in a corporate setting? This winter course is ideal for you. LSBF tutors will ensure you leave with a solid understanding of finance and management basics – including uses and limitations. You will also become familiar with corporate finance theory and the fundamentals of risk management.
Executive Education
Finance for Non-Finance Managers
This finance for non-finance professionals short course will develop your understanding of how decisions can affect and improve an organisation’s financial performance.
Executive Education
This course will give you an intense overview of key aspects of project finance. Participants will be covering in detail essential financial topics, from risk valuation to documentation, going through all available sources on debt financing and debt capacity.
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ACCA + Master's in Finance and Investments
The Master in Finance and Investments is for those who wish to take their career in finance to leadership level.
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Finance Accounting & Reporting
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ACCA + Global MBA/Master's in Finance and Investments
Our courses are taught with exams in mind. In addition to tuition and revision papers, we also offer Exam Rehearsal Days to help you refine your exam strategy and improve your understanding of the key aspects of the test. Combining these approaches will maximise your chances of exam success.
Executive Education
Understanding Financial Statements
This course is a full introduction to the basics of financial reporting, giving you the skills to perform well in a finance or accounting position within any business.
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MBA or Master of Finance? Which degree is the best for you and your career?
Accountancy & Finance
All major business decisions largely depend on the right management of finances. This is why finance is a crucial function across all organisations, irrespective of industry. Due to its predominant significance, the demand for finance professionals with a management background is on the rise. More students are opting for managerial finance courses to tap into the potential that finance has globally. This article is focused on helping you understand why studying managerial finance is a good idea and whether it is the right option for you. Let’s get to the basics first!
Opinion & Features
How to get into Corporate Finance
Corporate finance has become increasingly prominent over the past few years. This has, in turn, led to an increase in the demand for corporate finance and investment banking jobs as well as courses in this field. Organisations are now giving greater recognition to those people who have completed a programme in corporate finance.
Accountancy & Finance
Alternative finance options for small businesses
Under a new government scheme, nine of the UK’s major banks will offer small businesses more finance options. This new initiative will see the details of small businesses passed on to finance platforms by big banks that have rejected them for finance.
Accountancy & Finance
Salaries to increase in finance and accountancy roles
Recruitment agency Robert Half has found that starting salaries for finance and accountancy jobs are expected to increase by an average of 2.9 per cent in 2017. The company has predicted that starting salaries in finance and accountancy roles will rise across more than 100 roles.
Accountancy & Finance
Invoice malware warning for finance departments
Unsolicited email attachments in the form of unpaid invoices could pose a danger to finance departments, cybersecurity analyst Graham Cluley has warned. The threat is part of a malware campaign being waged by hackers and online criminals who are targeting businesses computer accounting systems.
Education & Careers
Increase in demand for finance workers and accountants
The latest IHS Markit/REC Report on jobs has shown that demand for permanent finance workers and accountants increased in December. The report also showed that the number of permanent staff placements increased at the fastest rate since August at the end of last year, with agencies reporting strong demand for staff in these sectors.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Access to finance will enhance entrepreneurship opportunities
Entrepreneurs find that access to finance is still the biggest barrier to succeeding in business, a study has shown. The UK has a strong base of entrepreneurs setting up new businesses every day – and small and medium-sized enterprises are the lifeblood of the nation’s economy. Yet according to a new study from EY, there are still obstacles holding them back from setting up and growing their businesses.
Accountancy & Finance
Digitisation of traditional banks drives opportunities for finance brokers
Emerging banking technology is creating opportunities for finance brokers, according to asset finance company Copernicus. The company said finance brokerages in the UK can offer personalised services by investing in better technology.
Education & Careers
UK Finance Jobs Inch Towards 2008 Peak
After several turbulent years, the finance job market in the UK finally seems to be back on track. Since 2008, never has a degree in finance mattered more … …
Accountancy & Finance
Finance professionals want clarity on Brexit, research shows
Research from finance and accounting recruitment firm Reed Accountancy & Finance has shown that businesses in the finance sector want clarity to be provided on the UK’s exit from the EU as concerns rise among their employees. The study, which surveyed 800 finance professionals, showed that finance firms are calling for the government to focus on securing a free trade deal during Brexit negotiations, securing employment rights for employees, and keeping membership of the single market.
Accountancy & Finance
Research shows increase in asset-based finance to businesses
Research from the Asset Based Finance Association (ABFA) has shown that asset-based finance to businesses in the UK has reached £22.2 billion, up by 13 per cent from £20.6 billion in 2016. The research identified the key reason behind the rise, with the increase in businesses turning to asset-based finance and supplementing traditional sources of finance to help boost business growth and finance the development of new products being the main driver.
Women in Business
Women in Finance awards recognises talented women
Talented women in the finance sector have been recognised at the Women in Finance Awards 2017, which took place in London last week. The awards are the European finance industry’s largest diversity-led event, with 119 finalists from a wide range of sectors in the industry being celebrated this year, including accountancy and banking.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Alternative finance platform to help UK startups
Praetura Asset Finance, an alternative finance platform, has secured an £18 million investment from the British Business Bank to help UK startups. The company, which was launched in 2014, provides a wide range of financial services for small businesses, including asset finance, finance leasing, hire purchase and refinancing facilities of between £10,000 and £2 million.
Business & Economy
Finance conditions continuing to improve for small businesses
Finance conditions are continuing to improve for small businesses, with 2016 seeing strong growth in asset finance and peer-to-peer lending, according to a report from British Business Bank. The Small Business Finance Markets Report found that asset finance reached £16.8 billion in 2016, whilst peer-to-peer business lending reached £1.3 billion.
Women in Business
Accountancy Age reveals top women in finance for 2018
Accountancyand finance magazine Accountancy Age has revealed its Women in Finance 2018 rankings, with top female figures from a wide range of finance firms, including professional services and Big Four firms EY and Deloitte, making the list. The magazine put forward a list of female leaders to its readers and used their votes to identify the top 20 women across sectors such as business, finance, accountancy and the government.
Opinion & Features
LSBF to host Islamic Finance Symposium in London
Ever keen to be at the forefront of global trends in the sector, the London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) will be hosting on Wednesday, 19 November, from 9AM to 5PM, a symposium on Islamic Finance at its new flagship building – Sceptre Court – in Tower Hill, London.
Accountancy & Finance
Over 50% of FTSE 100 CEOs are finance professionals
Figures from Global Accounting Network have shown more than half of FTSE 100 CEOs are finance professionals. The finance recruitment agency carried out an analysis of bosses from each FTSE 100 company and found nearly a fifth have an accountancy qualification.
Business & Economy
SMEs need more access to finance, according to research
Research from Santander Corporate & Commercial has shown SMEs need more access to finance. The research found that around 50 per cent of high-growth SME owners in the UK have been unable to expand their business as a result of problems with accessing finance. This is compared to 36 per cent of businesses as a whole.
Education & Careers
Most desirable jobs in the finance sector in 2016 revealed
The most desirable jobs in the finance sector in the UK in 2016 have been revealed by eFinancialCareers. The website, which lists a wide variety of finance and banking jobs, named the most popular individual jobs, along with the sectors that have received the most applications and the desired skills for each job role.
Education & Careers
Report shows demand for accounting and finance skills
Accounting and finance skills are among the most sought-after with employers in the professional services sector, according to youth charity Ambition. The charity’s latest market insights for the third quarter of 2017 showed growth in jobs across a number of areas within the sector, including legal finance vacancies, despite uncertainty in the market.
Education & Careers
Research shows high demand for specialist finance skills
Morgan McKinley’s 2018 Salary Guide has shown that demand for niche skills and specialist knowledge was strong in the accounting and finance sectors in 2017. The recruitment consultancy’s guide also identified a number of key trends, including increases in salaries for newly qualified individuals working in finance in areas such as London.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
ACCA calls for lenders to boost access to finance for SMEs
SMEs need better support from lenders, ACCA has found – or the finance landscape could shift considerably. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) play an important role in the economy, and they’re gaining more confidence as the economy recovers. But if they are to grow, they need access to sufficient finance to support their ambitions.
Innovation & Technology
Report urges UK finance firms to fight cybercrime
A report from professional services and Big Four firm KPMG and industry body UK Finance has urged finance firms in the UK to work together to fight cybercrime. The report stated that a revamped approach is needed as cybercrime becomes a growing threat to the financial sector.
Women in Business
Treasury urges firms to sign Women in Finance Charter
The Treasury Committee is calling for finance firms to sign up to the Women in Finance Charter to help boost gender diversity in financial services. Treasury Committee Chair Nicky Morgan has written to more than 30 businesses in the sector, challenging them about why they have not signed the charter and whether or not they will.
Accountancy & Finance
Data shows increase in demand for alternative finance services
Data from the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance has shown an increase in demand for alternative finance services in the UK. The figures showed growth across the UK’s alternative finance market, including crowdfunding, invoice trading, and marketplace lending. The date found a year-on-year rise of 43 per cent in 2016 from £3.2 billion to £4.58 billion.
Accountancy & Finance
More SMEs planning to apply for finance, research shows
A study from market research agency BDRC has shown that the number of SMEs planning to apply for finance increased in 2017, rising from 10% in the first quarter to 14% in the last three months of the year. The company’s SME Finance Monitor surveyed 132,000 businesses and also found that more SMEs are becoming aware of peer-to-peer (P2P) lending, with more than 30% being aware of this type of finance in the final quarter of 2017.
Accountancy & Finance
Research highlights demand for flexible finance options
Research from finance solutions provider Duologi has shown that consumers want access to flexible finance options, with 20% saying that they would be more likely to go elsewhere if a company did not offer them. The study, entitled Finding the right balance: the future of credit, found that point-of-sale (POS) finance, which enables customers to purchase a product or service through a loan, could be critical to a company’s survival.
Accountancy & Finance
Experienced bankers are moving into alternative finance sector
Experienced bankers are moving into the alternative finance sector, creating an ideal environment for SMEs seeking finance, according to alternative finance provider ThinCats. The peer-to-peer lending company discussed the trends that have taken place in the banking sector over the past decade, with the main change being the loss of high street branches as banks shift to digital services.
Business & Economy
New finance programme launched for small charities
Charity Finance Group (CFG) has launched a programme to help small charities manage their finances and provide support for community accountants. The Small Charities Programme for England and Wales will be piloted this year and is set for a full launch in January 2017.
Education & Careers
UK sees 16% rise in finance and accountancy jobs
New openings in the finance and accounting sector have increased by 16% year on year in the UK, according to new figures. The good news for the industry comes as part of new research that shows overall professional vacancies have risen by 6%.
Education & Careers
APSCo data shows increase in permanent finance jobs
Data from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has shown an increase in the number of professional jobs for the fourth consecutive month. The finance sector saw the strongest growth.
Education & Careers
Finance roles set to see biggest salary increases
Research from Robert Half has revealed which jobs will see the biggest salary increases in 2018, with several finance roles making the list. The Robert Half 2018 Salary Guide revealed that junior developers top the list.
Innovation & Technology
Finance professionals understand importance of cybersecurity, says report
Accountants and other finance professionals are becoming more aware of the risks of cybercrime, according to a study by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA). The study, titled Cybersecurity – Fighting Crime’s Enfant Terrible, stated that cybercrime is becoming too dangerous for accountants to ignore. However, it found that the majority of accountants and finance professionals clearly understand the importance of the issue, with over 80% saying that their management are concerned about cybercrime.
Business & Economy
Finance to lead City of London hiring spree
A rise in City of London hiring is set to be driven by a boom in finance recruitment, new data shows. The UK jobs market is continuing to improve. Successive pieces of economic data have shown more and more people getting into work. Even though wages have not yet begun to match the rate of rising employment, job-hunters still have plenty to smile about. New figures also show that the finance sector is likely to be at the forefront of this recovery.
Business & Economy
Access to finance a key factor for launching a business
Research commissioned by the International Business Festival has found that access to finance is one of the biggest factors behind SMEs launching a new business. The study, which was carried out by business research agency Coleman Parkes, surveyed 500 UK-based owners, directors and senior managers of SMEs with 9-100 employees, exploring topics such as access to finance, business confidence and generating ideas.
Education & Careers
Finance careers with best pay and work-life balance
Research from salary benchmarking website Emolument has revealed which front office finance careers offer the best pay and work-life balance. The study surveyed a selection of front office bankers aged between 25 and 40 to find out how satisfied they are with their job and compared this with how much they earn to identify the most rewarding front office finance careers.
Accountancy & Finance
ICAEW to help accountants become personal finance directors
The ICAEW is to launch a new initiative that will provide chartered accountants with the opportunity to become personal finance directors. The initiative will consist of an online community that will offer access to all areas of financial planning to help chartered accountants boost their knowledge and place them in a position where they are able to offer financial support to SME owners and managers.
Education & Careers
Finance and accounting jobs continuing to rise, research shows
Jobs in the finance and accounting sector continued to rise in the first quarter, according to research from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo). The research showed that vacancies continued to increase by 10.2 per cent year-on-year in the months leading up to March, despite warnings that a Brexit could result in thousands of job losses in the sector.
Education & Careers
Data shows increase in permanent vacancies in finance
New data from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has shown that permanent vacancies in the finance sector have increased by 8 per cent since last year. The overall number of permanent vacancies showed a rise of 2 per cent in June 2017 compared with 2016.
Education & Careers
Data shows increase in UK banking and finance jobs
Data from totaljobs has shown a record rise in the number of advertised jobs in the UK at the start of 2018, with banking and finance among the sectors that saw an increase. The figures showed 54,000 jobs were advertised on the totaljobs website between the 1st and 7th January 2018, up by 20 per cent from the same period in 2017.
Education & Careers
Business and finance among most valuable career skills
Research from global recruitment firm Michael Page has revealed skills that workers and recruiters believe are the most valuable to careers in 2018. Finance and business skills both make the list. The research surveyed 1,196 British workers and 240 recruiters.
Education & Careers
Research calls for more wellbeing programmes for finance workers
A study from recruitment agency Robert Half UK has shown the nation’s finance workers need more access to wellbeing programmes. According to the study, 78 per cent of chief financial officers believe stress levels in the workplace will increase by 2020, whilst 16 per cent think there will be no change.
Innovation & Technology
Investment in fintech up by 37%, according to Innovate Finance
Figures from Innovate Finance have shown investment in the UK’s fintech industry has hit $564 million, with foreign investment playing a key role in growth despite Brexit. Fintech investment increased by 37 per cent in the first half of 2017 compared with the same period last year.
Women in Business
Women in Finance Charter gets 67 new signatories
An additional 67 companies have signed up to the Women in Finance Charter, bringing the total number of signatories to 272 and covering more than 760,000 UK employees in the financial services sector. The initiative, which is run by HM Treasury, aims to increase the number of women in leadership positions in financial services.
Accountancy & Finance
Data shows increase in demand for finance and insurance professionals
Figures from labour market analytics data provider Innovantage have shown an increase in online advertising activity for front-line roles across a number of sectors, including finance and insurance. The data analysed job posting trends, exploring original job adverts and reposts of job roles to identify which sectors saw the highest increase in demand for front-line workers.
Accountancy & Finance
Report shows increase in demand for permanent finance workers
The latest IHS Markit jobs report has shown that there was an increase in job vacancies for permanent staff across the UK last month, with accounting and finance being among the sectors to see a rise in demand. The report, which is sponsored by the Recruitment & Employment Federation (REC), analysed data from the Office for National Statistics and showed that job vacancies hit a record high of 824,000, with a year-on-year rise of 50% in the three months leading up to June.
Education & Careers
Finance sector jobs soared in January, shows research
The number of job vacancies in the finance sector increased in January by 12 per cent more than in the same month last year, according to the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (Apsco). Research showed that average salaries in banking jobs have increased by 4.9 per cent, whilst the average salary across all professional sectors in the UK increased by 4.2 per cent. Pay growth in the professional sector was found to be higher than the UK average recorded by the Office for National Statistics in the latter half of 2015.
Education & Careers
London banks on a hiring spree, says finance recruiter
Banks are no longer worried about Britain leaving the EU, according to London-based finance headhunting firm Robert Walters. The recruiter stated that the banks are on a hiring spree across the UK, and this has prompted the company’s net fees to increase by 27 per cent in the first three months of 2017. CEO, Robert Walters, stated that banks are positive about the UK now and are showing signs of commitment. They are looking for staff in specialised fields, such as investment management, cyber security, compliance and change management. There appears to be a great demand for specialists in these fields.
Education & Careers
Deloitte launches workshops with Pure to support finance professionals
Professional services and Big Four company Deloitte has launched the first workshop of its Future FD Programme, which is run in partnership with professional recruitment company Pure. The Future FD Programme has been running for seven years and focuses on the career progression of the next generation of finance professionals by helping them to become financial directors.
Education & Careers
APSCo figures show strong demand for finance professionals
The latest figures from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) have shown demand for finance professionals was strong in January. The figures, which focus on professional recruitment, showed a strong demand for permanent staff, with a 0.3 per cent rise in permanent vacancies. This follows recent figures from the Office for National Statistics, which showed employment has reached a record high of 75.3 per cent.
Education & Careers
London remains top for graduates seeking careers in finance
Research carried out by Dartmouth Partners has shown that London remains the most attractive location for graduates who want to pursue a career in finance. The recruitment firm’s “Gen Z Hiring Report” surveyed 600 people applying for jobs in financial services and found that London is the top spot for recent and future graduates, with 84 per cent of respondents citing the city as the place where they most want to work.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Finance training academy launched for small businesses
An accountancy company based in Aberdeen is launching a finance training academy for small businesses. Acumen Accountants & Advisors will be offering Sage One software for new clients, as well as training sessions at its premises on Riverside Drive. According to recent statistics, over 1,300 start-ups have launched in Aberdeen over the past year. Acumen is now aiming to provide these businesses with the software and skills that they need in order to meet the financial demands of starting up a new small business.
Innovation & Technology
Finance companies investing more in innovative technology
Finance companies are investing more in innovative technology to compete with new market entrants, according to a survey from recruitment consultancy Robert Half Financial Services. The research, which surveyed over 100 executives from the financial services industry, showed that 54 per cent of financial services companies will be increasing investment in innovative and disruptive technologies over the next 12 months.
Women in Business
UK banks sign up for Women in Finance Charter
Several UK banks have committed to signing up for a charter to promote gender balance in the workplace. Major companies such as Virgin Money, Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group and the Royal Bank of Scotland are showing their support after the government urged companies to sign up for the charter, which aims to get more women working in senior roles in the finance sector.
Business & Economy
Finance organisations commit to improving BAME representation
Finance firms have committed to boosting their support for Black, Asian and ethnic minority (BAME) employees. The Bank of England and HSBC are among the firms that have signed up for the Investing in the Ethnicity and Race Initiative, which was launched in 2017 by Labour MP Dawn Butler and diversity and inclusion specialists SPM Group, with the aim of improving the representation of BAME employees.
Business & Economy
Wales is top spot for businesses in finance sector
Wales is the UK’s top spot for business growth in the finance sector, according to research from accountancy firm, Nixon Williams. The number of start-ups in the financial services sector increased by 11.2% in 2015, higher than in any other location in the UK. Research showed that the total number of financial services businesses, including services such as banking, fund management and insurance, rose from 2,400 to 2,695 between 2014 and 2015. Scotland came in second, with an increase of 10.9% since 2014, whilst London, north east England, Yorkshire and Humberside reached third place at 9.7%.
Opinion & Features
From Chef to Finance Chief – Interview with Kyle Tyrrell, Head of Finance, AXA Global Protect
In just seven years, Kyle Tyrrell went from working as a chef in a catering business to becoming head of finance at one of the world’s leading insurance companies. He was awarded Newly Qualified (NQ) Accountant of the Year at the 2015 PQ Magazine Awards. Here, Kyle talks about how his career has excelled since completing ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) at London School of Business and Finance (LSBF).
Accountancy & Finance
UK businesses raise record £20.3 billion in invoice finance
UK businesses have raised a record £20.3 billion in invoice finance this year, according to figures from the Asset Based Finance Association (ABFA). An increasing number of small businesses are using invoice finance, resulting in the first time the £20 billion barrier has been broken.
Innovation & Technology
Xero announces integration with business finance apps for small businesses
Cloud-based accounting software company Xero has announced its integration with three business finance apps. The company has teamed up with the business finance providers to help small businesses to have better access to the finance that they need in order to grow.
Innovation & Technology
Research calls for more finance professionals to implement AI systems
Research from recruitment specialist Reed Accountancy & Finance is calling for more finance professionals to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The report surveyed more than 600 UK finance professionals to explore the impact that AI is having on the workplace and found that just 4% of businesses have implemented AI systems.
Sustainable Business
Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards celebrate responsible business finance sector
Sixteen businesses that have accessed responsible business finance have been announced as finalists at the Citi Microentrepreneurship Awards. The awards, which are run by the Citi Foundation in partnership with Responsible Finance, are a celebration of the best emerging micro-entrepreneurs and the responsible business finance providers that support them
Accountancy & Finance
British Business Bank shows strong alternative finance growth
Research from the British Business Bank has shown small businesses in the UK are turning to alternative sources to obtain finance. The 2018 Small Business Finance Markets report showed growth in equity and alternative finance, with the value of SME asset finance deals increasing by 17 per cent last year and peer-to-peer business lending and SME equity deals up by 51 per cent and 12 per cent respectively.
Business & Economy
UK small business finance market is recovering, claims report
The UK’s small business finance market is on the road to recovery, according to the British Business Bank’s Small Business Finance Market Report. The report showed that bank lending is still the most popular form of finance, with growth increasing for four consecutive quarters. Figures also showed an increase of 43% in equity finance deals in small UK businesses up to October 2015, along with a significant increase in peer-to-peer lending.
Accountancy & Finance
Finance plays a central role in fast-growing SMEs’ business planning
A report by ACCA has found that there is a clear correlation for high-growth businesses with finance functions, extending beyond pure funding functions to being a strategic business partner. Rather than playing an auxiliary role, the report found the finance function "played a central role" in the business planning of most of these successful SMEs.
Accountancy & Finance
Chancellor announces Green Finance Institute and Financial Services Skills Taskforce
Chancellor Philip Hammond has announced the launch of a new Green Finance Institute and a Financial Services Skills Taskforce. The institute will enable London to retain its status as a leader in green finance, while the industry-led taskforce will ensure that the UK’s financial services sector has access to skilled workers.
Education & Careers
London banks are hiring more staff for specialised finance roles
Investment banks in London are hiring more staff for specialised finance job roles, indicating that they are no longer concerned over Brexit, according to employment agency Robert Walters. The agency revealed that banks in the city are looking for staff to fill permanent roles in areas such as finance control, risk and compliance and change management.
Education & Careers
Finance one of best-paying sectors for contractors, study shows
Emolument.com has revealed the sectors that offer the highest-paid roles for contractors, with several finance jobs making the list. The salary comparison website analysed compensation data from 3,694 contractors in the UK and found the majority of the best-paying roles are in sectors such as finance.
Women in Business
Women in finance get board-level boost, shows research
Women have more opportunities to reach senior jobs in the accounting and finance sector than they did a decade ago, says new research by recruitment company Robert Half. Nearly two thirds of UK finance directors believe that the position has changed over the past ten years.
Women in Business
Women in Finance Awards celebrates women in financial services sector
The Women in Finance Awards 2018 has celebrated the achievements of women working across a wide range of sectors in financial services. More than 220 finalists were recognised at the European finance industry’s biggest diversity event, which took place in London earlier this week.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Number of small businesses accessing finance rises, shows report
The number of small businesses obtaining finance for development has risen in the past year, according to figures from Albion Ventures’ third Albion Growth report. The report showed that 44% of small businesses were approved for development finance in 2015, compared to 27% in 2014. Out of the 1,000 small and medium-sized businesses studied for the survey, research showed that 29% were seeking finance for new equipment, 24% for the development of new products and 17% for research and development.
Accountancy & Finance
Report reveals what finance professionals want from their employers
A study from recruitment firm Hays Accountancy and Finance has revealed what workers in the finance sector want from their employers. The recruitment firm’s What Workers Want study surveyed 14,000 professionals, more than 2,000 of whom were finance professionals, and revealed the top reasons for workers being deterred from a job role, as well as the most important factors to consider when deciding on a job role.
Accountancy & Finance
Contactless payments rising in popularity, UK Finance figures show
Figures from UK Finance have shown that contactless payments are rising in popularity, leading to debit cards becoming the top payment method in the UK. The finance and banking trade association’s 2018 UK Payments Market Review showed that debit cards have overtaken cash as the most popular payment method, with 13.2 billion debit card payments being made in 2017, compared to 13.1 billion cash payments.
Accountancy & Finance
Banking Protocol successful in preventing fraud, UK Finance figures show
Figures from banking and finance trade association UK Finance have highlighted the success of its Banking Protocol, with the scheme helping to prevent £24.7m of fraud and leading to more than 195 arrests being made since its launch last year. The scheme enables banks to report any suspected fraud incidents, with affected branches being made a priority and receiving an immediate response from the police.
Accountancy & Finance
Digital transformation driving demand for new finance skills, research shows
Research from finance and accountancy recruitment firm Robert Half has shown that digital transformation is driving demand for new skills in the finance sector. The study surveyed almost 14,000 Chief Financial Officers across 14 countries, exploring hiring trends and career ambitions, and found that more than 40% of UK CFOs believe that more focus is being placed on skills such as data analysis as digital transformation becomes a priority for businesses.
Business & Economy
Research reveals the highest-paid jobs in Scottish finance sector
A study carried out by Edinburgh-based recruitment company Core-Asset Consulting has revealed the highest-paid jobs in the finance sector in Scotland. The study showed a surge in the number of people employed in the finance sector in the country, with recruiters predicting further growth in 2016. Marketing-related roles and asset managers were found to have experienced the biggest surge. Core-Asset Consulting also reported a “recognisable shift in companies being prepared and willing to pay above the market rate, especially for difficult-to-fill roles.”
Business & Economy
Small businesses need to explore finance options available to them
Research from Hitachi Capital Business Finance has shown that small businesses need to explore the wide range of finance options available to them. The study found that start-ups are nearly twice as likely to use personal savings as those that have been in business for a decade or more, suggesting that small businesses in the UK are not seeking support from high street lenders.
Business & Economy
Finance SMEs optimistic about economic prospects, study shows
A report from Hampshire Trust Bank has shown that more than 50 per cent of UK SMEs are feeling optimistic about the long-term economic prospects of their industry, with finance and accountancy firms being amongst the sectors that are feeling the most positive. The specialist bank’s SME Growth Watch highlighted the importance of business confidence when it comes to economic growth, with 56 per cent of finance and accounting businesses feeling optimistic about their long-term economic prospects.
Business & Economy
British Business Bank reports increase in finance supply to businesses
Figures from the UK’s national economic development bank, the British Business Bank, have shown an increase in the bank’s supply of finance to smaller businesses. The bank’s Annual Reports and Accounts for 2017/18 showed that the total amount of finance provided through its programmes has reached £12.25bn, a rise of 33% over the last financial year.
Accountancy & Finance
Finance leaders are feeling positive about automation, research shows
Research from finance and accounting recruitment firm Robert Half UK has shown that finance leaders are feeling positive about automation and digitalisation, with more than 65% believing that it has led to improved collaboration. The study also found that 63% of chief financial officers believe that digitalisation and automation are helping to improve innovation among their teams, while better communication and team spirit were also cited as benefits by 57% and 45% respectively.
Accountancy & Finance
Finance sector sees salary increase, shows Mercer survey
Businesses in the finance sector cut staff bonuses but increased their salaries last year, according to a survey by consulting firm Mercer. Banks, insurers and investment managers cut bonuses by around 5% whilst increasing salaries by more than 5%. The research follows recent news that fund managers are fighting to block bonus cap extension.
Business & Economy
Barclays finance scheme helps Leicester-based company to grow
A Leicester-based software company has recently received funding from Barclays, enabling it to go ahead with plans to grow. Synety Group, a specialist software firm that provides cloud-based computer telephony integration for lawyers, accountants and recruitment companies, has secured a £900,000 loan as part of Barclays’ finance and innovation scheme.
Accountancy & Finance
G20 finance ministers endorse OECD's profit shifting plan
G20 finance ministers meeting in Peru have approved the OECD’s final package of Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) 2015 measures. The comprehensive set of reforms, aimed at changing international tax rules, won strong support for its proposed solutions to close loopholes that allow corporate profits to ‘disappear’ for tax reasons.
Accountancy & Finance
Finance Bill amendment protects vulnerable taxpayers, says pressure group
The controversial measures that will allow HMRC to recover debts direct from taxpayers’ bank and building society accounts have been amended to protect vulnerable taxpayers. The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) has welcomed the announcement of an amendment to the Finance Bill dealing with ‘enforcement by deduction from accounts’.
Accountancy & Finance
UK finance directors expect economy to continue positive growth
Confidence in the UK economy continues to be positive from the country's finance directors, although their expectations are more modest than last year. According to a survey of more than 100 FDs and CFOs, 58% of those occupying some of the UK's top financial roles expect to see growth of 1%-2.5% over the next 12 months.
Accountancy & Finance
Number of jobs in London’s finance sector increases, report shows
Recruitment agency Morgan McKinley has found that the number of jobs in London’s finance sector has increased since the EU referendum. The company’s London Employment Monitor showed an increase of 6 per cent year-on-year in November, indicating that employment in the City could remain strong.
Accountancy & Finance
Finance leading the way for cyber security investment, study shows
A study from SavoyStewart.co.uk has shown that the finance and insurance sector is leading the way for cyber security investment. The study, which analysed Gov.uk data from over 800 companies, comes after separate figures from the Business Continuity Institute showed that more than 50% of business believe that cybercrime is their biggest threat.
Education & Careers
Study reveals London’s best paying finance jobs
A study from the salary comparison website Emolument.com has revealed London’s highest paying jobs in finance. The research analysed 4,000 salaries of senior professionals to identify the jobs which offer the best pay, with the banking industry being found to be the highest paying.
Innovation & Technology
Finance provider teams up with accountancy experts to help SMEs
A leading UK finance provider has collaborated with accountancy experts to help small businesses control cash flow. DueCourse will be working with top providers of accountancy packages, such as SageOne and Xero, to provide SMEs with a faster method of financing and enable them to free up valuable funds.
Accountancy & Finance
Finance industry launches Action Plan to promote banking services
The finance industry has launched an Action Plan to help raise awareness of everyday banking services at thousands of Post Office branches across the UK. The plan, which was developed in partnership with the Post Office and HM Treasury and is set to be put into action in the third quarter of 2018, will be beneficial to customers living in rural or urban areas who have limited access to bank branches.
Business & Economy
SMEs optimistic about obtaining finance in 2018, report shows
A report from retail bank Aldermore has shown small and medium-sized businesses are optimistic about obtaining finance over the next year. The Aldermore Future Attitudes report surveyed more than 1,000 business decision-makers across the UK. They found 75 per cent are confident they will be able to access funding to achieve their growth ambitions, up from 63 per cent in Q4 2016.
Accountancy & Finance
Finance Innovation Lab calls for purpose-driven approach to financial regulation
Financial start-up support charity The Finance Innovation Lab has released a report calling for a new regulatory compass, with financial regulators in the UK being urged to adopt a purpose-driven approach to financial regulation. The report, entitled The Regulatory Compass: Towards a purpose-driven approach to financial regulation, suggests that regulators change their approach to make sure that the financial sector can deliver for the UK economy and society after Brexit.
Online Learning
What can I become with a master's degree in finance and investment?
Gone are the days when financial operations were at the core of financial institutions only. Today, finance is a critical function for all businesses, irrespective of whether that business happens to be small, medium or large-scale. Organisations rely on efficient financial operations, not only to ensure that the organisation's financial health is maintained and enhanced, but also to contribute to important decision-making processes.
Online Learning
Why you should study an accounting and finance short course
You don’t need to be planning a career in banking or the commercial sector to study an accounting and finance short course. The skills you’ll earn from these courses will find uses in everyday life, from understanding the significance of certain financial transactions happening around us all the time, to developing stronger financial planning abilities which can be used to organise your personal finances, or in your professional role.
Opinion & Features
What do Islamic Finance & 'Sukuk' bonds mean for the UK?
Last week the World Islamic Economic Forum took place at London’s Excel Centre. LSBF’s Sahar Ata feels buoyant about Islamic Finance and Sukuk’s prospects in the UK. The big gathering of world leaders, The WIEF, held for the first time outside Islamic countries, themed “Changing World, New Relationships”, saw the attendance of 18 heads of state and government and deputy heads of government, 50 ministers and 2,700 delegates from 128 countries, the largest congregation ever in the history of WIEF.
Accountancy & Finance
Wear and tear allowance for landlords reformed in Finance Bill 2016
The draft legislation announced in clauses of the Finance Bill 2016 confirms that new rules will operate in regard to the wear and tear allowance for let property. Clause 40 of the Bill and its accompanying schedule shows that the allowance will be replaced by a deduction for the replacement of furniture for both corporate landlords and for individual landlords who let residential property that is not a qualifying furnished holiday letting business.
Education & Careers
Employment set to pick up for UK graduates; finance leads
Finance is at the forefront of an upturn in graduate recruitment this year, according to new figures. It’s an anxious time of year for many students, as exams give way to the inevitable period of waiting before results are published. In spite of the career advantages that a degree can bring, too, many will also be worrying about finding their first job. But for those who are concerned about their employment prospects once they graduate, some good news has appeared over the horizon.
Education & Careers
Meaningful work most important to finance professionals, research shows
Finance workers have cited meaningful work as the top reason for choosing a job in new research from financial recruitment company Core-Asset Consulting. The study surveyed 194 professionals from Scotland’s financial, accounting and legal sectors. It revealed the top factors taken into account by individuals choosing a job, with 28.31 per cent of respondents ranking meaningful work as the most important.
Accountancy & Finance
UK chancellor George Osborne announces tougher finance rules
George Osborne, the UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer and Second Lord of the Treasury, is set to announce a new set of measures to clamp down on bad behaviour in the finance sector. The UK’s financial sector has suffered from a flurry of scandals in recent years, which have often left the public unaware of the amount of good practice that still goes on. In a bid to prevent problems such as the Libor-fixing fiasco from cropping up in future, George Osborne is due to announce a new set of measures to stamp out malpractice in the industry. One of the most significant changes will be an extension of the new legislation that was put in place to regulate Libor rates.
Accountancy & Finance
Finance, tech and creative industries set to drive London growth
The tech and creative industries will be crucial to London’s future growth, according to a new CBI report. Businesses are optimistic about London’s growth prospects over the next five years, saying that the key industries to keep the city thriving will be technology, the creative industries and the city’s ever-popular professional services and finance sectors. The latest London Business Survey from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) shows that nearly seven out of ten firms said the technology and creative industries would be key to the continued economic growth of the capital in the next five years. Another 65 per cent said that professional services would be an important driver of growth, while 62 per cent said the same of the financial services industry.
Opinion & Features
ACCA Exam Success with LSBF's Director of Business and Finance
Tune into our free 4-part webinar series and give yourself the best chance of success in your ACCA exam. Join our Director of Professional Qualifications, Rob Sowerby as he covers the top tricks and tips to help you work towards the ACCA pass you deserve.
Accountancy & Finance
Accounting software to help small businesses with finance
Barclays has teamed up with online accounting software company Xero to help small businesses in the UK to manage their finances. The service will enable Barclays customers to use Xero’s direct feeds technology to access their transaction data.
Accountancy & Finance
APSCo figures show increase in permanent finance workers
The latest figures from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) have shown that the number of candidates securing permanent placements in the financial services sector increased by 17% year-on-year in May 2018. The figures, which focus on professional recruitment, also showed that while there was a drop in permanent vacancies, the number of candidates in permanent jobs increased by 9% over the 12-month period.
Business & Economy
Barclays partners with MarketInvoice to boost access to finance
Barclays has become the first high street bank to enter a partnership with leading financial technology firm MarketInvoice in a move that will help to change the way that small and medium-sized businesses in the UK manage their cash flow and accelerate growth. The deal comes as part of the bank’s plans to invest in up-and-coming business models for growth and MarketInvoice’s aim to extend its services to business across the UK.
Education & Careers
APSCo figures show increase in permanent finance vacancies
The latest figures from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) have shown that the number of permanent vacancies in the financial services sector increased by 10% in the 12 months leading up to April 2018. The research, which focuses on professional recruitment, also showed an increase in permanent placements in financial services, with an annual rise of 19%.
Innovation & Technology
Cyber security the biggest priority for finance firms
Research commissioned by digital workplace provider Invotra has found that 85 per cent of senior managers in the financial services industry consider data and security systems to be their top priority after sophisticated cyber-attacks were revealed to be their biggest fear for 2018. The survey of 504 senior managers found that despite cyber-attacks being a top concern in the financial sector, confidence is at a high amongst financial services professionals, with 94 per cent believing that they are well-equipped to defend against attacks.
Accountancy & Finance
Lord Mayor of London to help strengthen finance sector links
The Lord Mayor of London, Charles Bowman, is to help strengthen the City of London’s trade links with Chile. Bowman, who is also the global ambassador for the UK’s financial and professional services industry, will be visiting Chile to meet with business leaders, trade bodies and regulators to talk about how the City of London can in tandem with businesses in Chile as they look to invest in boosting growth both domestically and overseas.
Accountancy & Finance
Finance firms preparing for Brexit by boosting salaries, study shows
A report from recruitment agency Randstad has shown that financial services firms in the UK are offering higher salaries as they prepare for regulatory changes that could be caused by the UK’s exit from the EU. The annual report, which is entitled “Paying Attention” and looks at salary trends in the Square Mile, showed that banks are offering higher salaries in compliance, audit and risk as they prepare for any issues that could arise from the government failing to achieve an EU deal that will protect the City of London.
Accountancy & Finance
APSCo figures show strong increase in permanent finance workers
The latest figures from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) showed that the financial services sector was one of the strongest in terms of hiring activity in the 12 months to June 2018. The figures, which focus on professional recruitment, also revealed an increase in permanent workers across the UK, with a year-on-year rise of 9%.
Business & Economy
Finance sector jobs thriving across UK, report shows
A report from financial and related professional services membership body TheCityUK has shown that the financial services sector is thriving, with many areas of the UK seeing job growth. The report, entitled “Enabling Growth across the UK 2018”, highlighted the importance of financial and related professional services to the UK, with the sector making a significant contribution to economic output and employment across all regions.
Education & Careers
UK finance workers witness strong growth in job market
Employees in the UK’s financial services are experiencing a robust increase in career opportunities. An increase in permanent vacancies and growing average salaries, it’s all good news for those employed in financial services in the UK, according to reports from recruitment agencies. Furthermore, we should expect to see rising staff turnover this year as the number of alternative jobs appears to be climbing.
Education & Careers
Finance is third most lucrative degree for new graduates, research shows
Research from job search engine Adzuna has revealed which degree subjects are the most lucrative for new graduates. The study used Adzuna’s ValueMyCV algorithm to analyse the CVs of recent graduates and identified the top ten most valuable degrees in the UK.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
UK SMEs can benefit from cash flow finance
Small and medium sized businesses in the UK are increasingly feeling the strain of late payments, particularly if they are owed more than 13% of their turnover. This benchmark is used by advisers and accountants who are concerned about cash flow issues due to late settlement of invoices.
Women in Business
Over 70 banks sign charter to help improve gender balance in finance
Over 70 banks and city companies have signed up to a charter to help improve gender balance in companies within the financial sector. Leading banks, such as Lloyds and Barclays, have agreed to link their bosses’ bonuses to gender diversity targets in order to get more women working in senior roles.
Women in Business
Treasury Committee calls for end of “alpha male” culture in finance
The UK’s Treasury Committee is calling for the “alpha male” culture in financial services to come to an end in a bid to help women in the sector to progress into senior roles. A report from the Committee identified the areas in financial services that are most affected by the alpha-male culture, with the issue being evident during bonus negotiations in some firms.
Education & Careers
London finance workers earn £20,000 more than rest of UK, reveals study
According to the latest analysis on salary data by Michael Page, the global specialist recruitment company, the financial services sector offers an average of £20,000 more for roles in London than in any other UK region. However, the analysis also revealed that some industries have a higher earning potential outside of London in other areas of the country.
Online Learning
How Will Technology Change Accounting in the Future?
Working in finance in 2023 will differ greatly from working in finance 10 years ago, and modern roles incorporate several new digital products and advanced finance-related software.
Accountancy & Finance
Invoice financing reaches record high in UK
Figures from finance and banking trade association UK Finance have shown invoice financing has reached a record high of more than £22 billion. The figures showed an increase in invoice finance to businesses in the third quarter of 2017, with a year-on-year rise of 13 per cent.
Education & Careers
Research reveals financial roles set for biggest salary increases
Finance recruitment company Robert Half has revealed which roles are set for the biggest salary increases in 2018. The Robert Half 2018 Salary Guide showed accountants and finance leaders will see the biggest increase in their salary as demand for skilled finance professionals rises.
Women in Business
Professional Advisor launches Women in Financial Advice awards
Investment and retail finance news magazine Professional Advisor has launched the Women in Finance Awards for 2018. The awards, which are backed by the Chartered Insurance Institute and Personal Finance Society, celebrate the achievements of women working in the financial advice sector, as well as those working in the UK’s broader financial services sector.
Online Learning
A Comprehensive Guide to Accountancy Qualifications in the UK
Accounting and finance are realms of strategy and insight where calculators and spreadsheets shape the business world and global economies.
Opinion & Features
‘Your Future in Accountancy’ Conference
London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) is delighted to announce that we will be holding an accountancy conference on Saturday 8 February.
Online Learning
Beginners Guide to ACСA Exams: Everything You Need to Get Started
Discover the ACCA curriculum, syllabus, and exam strategies to excel. Learn what ACCA offers aspiring finance professionals on their journey to success.
Accountancy & Finance
Demand for alternative financing on the rise, research shows
The demand for alternative financing is rising, according to research from lender Amicus Finance. The UK’s alternative finance industry is now worth £3.2 billion, up from £1.74 billion in 2014. The research, which surveyed 400 small business owners, revealed the types of alternative financing that are now being used by businesses.
Accountancy & Finance
Competition from alternative lenders driving growth in business lending
Competition from alternative lenders is driving banks to boost lending amounts for businesses, according to Conrad Ford, Chief Executive of SME finance aggregator Funding Options. Barclays and NatWest/Royal Bank of Scotland are among the banks that are boosting access to finance for SMEs.
Business & Economy
NatWest’s Capital Connections scheme available for UK businesses
Specialist lender Together has confirmed that the company is part of NatWest’s Capital Connections panel of finance providers, with the scheme now being available to businesses nationwide. The scheme enables businesses that are unable to obtain finance from NatWest to have access to alternative funding.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
ICAEW launches digital financial guide for start-ups and SMEs
The ICAEW has launched the British Finance Guide, which offers free advice on lending and investment for small businesses. It also contains contributions from the British Business Bank and over 20 other bodies from the business and finance sectors.
Accountancy & Finance
Dubai IFC to issue $700 million Islamic sukuk bonds
Dubai International Finance Centre will be issuing Islamic sukuk bonds worth $700 million next month, it has announced. Dubai has become more and more important as a financial hub for the Gulf region. A growing number of companies are choosing to set up there and its reach is becoming increasingly global. With the announcement of a large-scale new sukuk next month, it is consolidating its position in the Islamic finance category. Governor and executive chairman Essa Kazim of the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC) announced the move last weekend, on 21 September, at the same time as the finance hub’s half-year operating review.
Business & Economy
Booming fintech could help UK’s law firms
London’s fintech sector could help the UK’s law firms after almost a quarter of finance directors from the country’s top law firms expressed their concerns over an M&A slowdown hitting profitability. A new report by Thomson Reuters Legal, an organisation that helps professionals in areas such as finance, legal and accounting, states that the number of finance directors concerned over an M&A slowdown was down from 8 per cent last year.
Emerging Markets
Chinese banks issue £134bn loans to lift stock market
Some of China's biggest state-owned banks have contributed to a £134 billion fund being used to boost the country's ailing stock market. State-owned banks in China have lent over a trillion yuan to a government-owned finance agency to help stem falls on the country's stock market. China Securities Finance Corp (CSFC) has received 1.3 trillion yuan (£134 billion) over the past few weeks, funds that have been passed on to brokerage firms to help finance share investment.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Small business lending leaps to £1.25bn record
New lenders on the scene have boosted small business finance in the UK, figures show. Access to finance for small businesses has been a key focus of economic policy in the UK. Since it’s clear that small firms are the engine of growth, comprising the vast majority of UK companies, moves such as the Funding for Lending Scheme have been targeted at putting finance at the fingertips of small and medium-sized enterprises (SME).
Entrepreneurs & Startups
SMEs and startups reap benefits of crowdfunding
Crowdfunding has grown considerably in the years since the financial crisis, and businesses are reaping the rewards of this alternative source of finance. The years since the financial downturn have seen a considerable rise in the number of new businesses and self-employed people, both in the UK and around the world. Yet at the same time, low confidence and reluctance on the part of many banks to lend to riskier businesses has made it much harder for some small firms to obtain finance. It is hardly surprising that companies have shown more and more interest in alternative forms of finance.
Innovation & Technology
PM Cameron backs fintech manifesto that promises 100,000 jobs by 2020
UK prime minister David Cameron has backed a new manifesto for the fintech industry from Innovate Finance, which, among other things, promises 100,000 new jobs in the sector by 2020. David Cameron has given his backing to a new manifesto from Innovate Finance, detailing how it intends to bring the UK to the forefront of the financial services technology industry. Innovate Finance, which is the trade body for the fintech industry, wants the UK to become the most investment-friendly environment for fintech worldwide by 2020.
Opinion & Features
This Valentine's Day, let LSBF help you #FindYourPassion
Because we know how much you love Advanced Taxation...Fall in love with the unexpected. Valentine's Day 2015, let us as London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) help you #FindYourPassion.
Opinion & Features
The LSBF’s ACCA Study Manuals Competition Terms and Conditions
The LSBF’s ACCA Study Manuals competition is hosted on the London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) Facebook page. In order to benefit from the Competition entrants must complete the registration form and submit an answer for the question asked.
Opinion & Features
Designing Research: A Day With The Vikings in London
On 22 October 2013, LSBF hosted a delegation of business and finance students from Zealand Institute of Business and Technology led by Jakob Hornbeck and Helene Johansen. By Dr Steve Priddy …
Opinion & Features
10 jokes only an accountant could understand
A lot of people think having a job focused on numbers means that you must not have a good sense of humour. However, any accountant will prove you wrong! Here are our top ten jokes about finance and accountancy.
Business & Economy
Recruitment company secures £350,000 to help 10,000 businesses
Recruitment platform Talendrone has secured a £350,000 investment to enable it to generate more income for UK recruiters. The company, which specialises in recruitment in the IT sector, is hoping that the investment from Finance Yorkshire will help to benefit 10,000 companies.
Education & Careers
Hiring spree planned by British bosses
According to recruiters, the bosses of a majority of British companies expect to hire more staff this year. Executives in the finance, accounting and marketing sectors are particularly interested in expanding their workforces in the next 12 months due to sustained economic growth.
Opinion & Features
Video: Great Minds Series - LSBF interviews VTB Capital Plc's Masroor Haq
VTB Capital’s International Head of Infrastructure Capital and Project Finance, Masroor Haq, believes that education plays an important role when it comes to banking industry talent. Speaking with London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) as part of its Great Minds interview series at VTB Capital’s London headquarters in Bank, Mr Haq said that education can provide aspiring bankers with the tools they need to succeed in the industry.
Opinion & Features
The Experts’ Guide to Excelling at Presentations
As well as having excellent analytical skills and in-depth knowledge of the markets, finance professionals often faced with the challenge of delivering presentations. Be it a pitch presentation, a sales review, or just a team meeting presentation for a small audience, being prepared is always the secret for a successful presentation. We consulted our lecturers Jonathan Price and Dave Coker – two seasoned finance experts – and asked their opinion on the best techniques on how to ace presentations… …
Accountancy & Finance
New CFO event attracts high profile names
A new conference aimed at CFOs brought together some of Britain’s top financial and business personalities at the Royal Society of Arts. The first CFO Agenda saw a panel of top players in the UK economy analyse issues facing the financial sector and beyond. The event was aimed at chief financial officers, finance directors, and their finance teams, with the panel of guest speakers including eminent economists.
Business & Economy
Firms head back to the City of London
Occupancy rates in the Square Mile are rebounding as firms look back to London as a finance hub. London’s position as a finance hub has never really been in doubt. But in the midst of the financial crisis, a number of companies began to look elsewhere in favour of more affordable, and perhaps more competitive, locations. It seems the capital is recovering from the effects of that shift, with a new report showing that companies are moving back to the City.
Business & Economy
London Stock Exchange could buy Russell Investments in $3 billion deal
The London Stock Exchange (LSE) could be set to buy Russell Investments in a deal worth as much as $3 billion – the biggest in the exchange’s history. Few entities have had as much significance in global finance as LSE, which has played a central role in money markets for more than two centuries. But today it has announced its intentions to stay at the forefront of global finance, after entering into $3 billion talks to acquire Russell Investments.
Business & Economy
British Business Bank invested £527 million into UK businesses
The British Business Bank invested £527 million into the UK’s small businesses from 2015 to 2016, according to its annual performance review. The government-owned bank increased finance to small companies by 45 per cent in 2015 and now works with 90 finance partners to support over 48,000 businesses. The bank revealed that it took on nine new partners from 2015 to 2016.
Education & Careers
Accountants champion professional membership bodies
According to new research, 79% of finance and accountancy professionals believe professional membership bodies support their career in accountancy. The statistics come from respondents to a survey conducted by job site GAAPweb, of over 450 accountancy and finance professionals. They include members of ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, AAT, IFA and AIA, from Part-Qualified to Chief Financial Officer across a wide range of industries.
Education & Careers
Figures show 21 per cent increase in demand for accountants
The number of advertised accountancy and finance job vacancies increased in the second quarter of 2017, according to figures from specialist recruitment consultant Robert Walters. Figures showed that accountants are in higher demand than other professionals, with a 21 per cent increase in advertised accountancy and finance job vacancies compared with 2016, nearly double the amount of advertised vacancies for professional roles, which saw a rise of 11 per cent.
Education & Careers
Job satisfaction higher in large accountancy firms
A report from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has shown that job satisfaction is higher in large accountancy firms, with 48 per cent of young finance professionals working in a large company saying that they are happy in their job role. The report, entitled Generation Next: managing talent in large accountancy firms, surveyed 19,000 ACCA members and students aged 16 to 36, with particular focus on young finance professionals working for a large accountancy firm globally, such as one of the Big Four firms or a mid-tier company.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
North East Business investment fund receives £17 million boost
Businesses in the North East are set to benefit from an additional £17 million after an EU investment cash programme was given a boost. The JEREMIE programme, also called the Finance for Business North East fund, has received a top up so that it can continue investing in the fastest-growing businesses in the North East until the end of 2016. The programme was established by North East Finance in 2010 to drive economic growth in the North East; it is made up of a suite of seven investment funds.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
SMEs want more support from business lenders, according to research
A new study from Hitachi Capital Business Finance has revealed what SMEs are looking for from business lenders, with the majority wishing to receive more support and a genuine partnership. The company’s British Business Barometer surveyed over 1,000 small business owners, questioning them on what they believe banks and other providers in the finance services industry should do in order to help them grow their business.
Innovation & Technology
Financial services firms are adopting new printing technologies, research shows
A study from technology services firm Ricoh Europe has shown that financial services firms are adopting new printing technologies in order to meet the demand for paperless interactions and more personalised banking services. The study surveyed 785 finance professionals from Europe, including the UK, and found that more than 80% of respondents believe that meeting the demand for paperless interactions and personalised banking services from customers is a key challenge for the finance industry.
Opinion & Features
Video: Great Minds series - LSBF interviews Nick Hollingworth, CEO of Austin Reed
Nick Hollingworth, CEO of men’s fashion retailer Austin Reed, spoke to London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) about leadership, and the benefits of working in the retail industry. Mr Hollingworth said: “The word that describes most successful leaders, and that most leaders would hope to apply to them, is the word inspirational.”
Opinion & Features
Video: Great Minds Series – LSBF interviews Kevin Mathers, Google’s UK Sales Director
Managing teams is about helping those teams achieve their goals, believes Kevin Mathers, Google’s UK Sales Director. In a recent interview with London School of Business and Finance (LSBF), Google’s UK Sales Director, Kevin Mathers, revealed his belief in the idea that leadership is a quality which can be taught.
Opinion & Features
Video: LSBF Trading & Financial Market Analysis Week in London
Last month, classrooms at LSBF’s London City Campus were converted into a trading floor as students in the GGSB MSc in Finance programme took part in the Trading & Financial Market Analysis week 2014, a practical experience in trading and risk management.
Opinion & Features
Accountancy careers in sports: mixing fun with success!
Accounting is a profession that can lead to all kinds of opportunities. But did you know it could be your ticket into the sports industry? When you think of accountancy, chances are that finance springs to mind. Of course, that’s the bread and butter of what accountants do – making sure that businesses and individuals can handle their income legally and effectively.
Opinion & Features
Helping People Help Themselves – Microfinance in Cambodia
Two years ago, LSBF-GGSB MSc Finance student Caroline Poll out to understand how microfinance encourages financial inclusion in the developing world. Today, she finds herself putting one together in Cambodia. Caroline tells her story … …
Accountancy & Finance
Young professionals face ethics challenge, says ICAEW
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) has issued new research that indicates millennials working in finance have a strong desire that their profession is recognised as having strong ethics. This comes above factors such as adding value to the economy in their list of preferences, according to the poll.
Accountancy & Finance
Accountants warn business growth is being stunted by ‘too much regulation’
A new study of accounting, finance and business professionals has warned that too much regulation is holding back business growth. The IFAC's survey found that two-thirds of the 300 respondents regarded the problem as a global issue that had a significant or very significant impact.
Accountancy & Finance
Invoice lending becoming popular with small businesses, research shows
Research conducted by the Asset Based Finance Association (ABFA) has found that invoice lending is an increasingly popular way for SMEs to access funding. The report showed that invoice lending is now one of the main ways of funding the growth of small businesses across the UK.
Accountancy & Finance
Accountants were in high demand last year, survey shows
There was a high demand for newly qualified accountants in 2016, according to the UK Salary Guide by specialist recruitment agency Morgan McKinley. The guide showed that 2016 was a good year for accounting and finance, with strong demand in both sectors, particularly for auditors who were looking to move into the industry.
Accountancy & Finance
UK investors continuing with plans despite Brexit, research shows
A report from Market Finance Solutions has shown that investors in the UK are forging ahead with their investment plans despite Brexit. Out of the 1,000 investors who were surveyed, 37 per cent believe that the upcoming Brexit negotiations will provide a good opportunity for short-term investment.
Accountancy & Finance
Financial firms to continue hiring despite Brexit
Research from recruitment company Hays has shown two-thirds of financial firms will go ahead with their recruitment plans in 2018, despite Brexit. The research surveyed more than 900 UK employees and employers from the banking and finance sectors.
Accountancy & Finance
Global Accounting Network shows demand for interim accountants
Figures from finance recruitment agency Global Accounting Network have shown that more businesses are seeking out interim accounting professionals. Market analysis from the agency showed demand for qualified accountants to work temporarily, on a contract-to-contract basis, increased with a year-on-year rise of 44 per cent.
Accountancy & Finance
Banks, Big Four firm make UK’s most valuable brands list
Brand valuation consultancy Brand Finance has revealed the most valuable brands in the UK, with several banks making the list. The report revealed the value of each brand, showing that despite worries over the vote for the UK to exit the EU, businesses in the UK are responding well to the challenges of Brexit.
Business & Economy
Increase in starting salaries expected for accounting jobs
According to the Robert Half 2016 Salary Guide, starting salaries for professionals in the UK, including finance and accounting staff, will grow on average by 3 per cent over the next 12 months. This figure is particularly impressive when judged against the current inflation rate of -0.1 per cent.
Business & Economy
Global economic confidence at four year low, shows survey
A worldwide survey of finance professionals carried out by The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has found a sharp drop in positivity from business in the third quarter of 2015. The global body for professional accountants' new report reveals that economic confidence on an international level is at the lowest in four years.
Business & Economy
£80.5bn tax bill paid by big UK business, analysis shows
The Treasury's coffers gained £80.5bn in tax contributions from big business in the UK this year, according to analysis by Big 4 firm PwC. The report, which was made for the 100 Group of finance directors, noted that companies are paying higher rates of tax in spite of the continued reduction in the rate of corporation tax.
Business & Economy
Asset-based lending for UK businesses reaches record high
Asset-based lending to businesses in the UK has reached a record high, helping to bridge the funding gap, according to the Asset Based Finance Association (ABFA). Figures showed that asset-based lending has reached £4.3 billion, up by 22 per cent from last year and 71 per cent since 2011.
Business & Economy
MarketInvoice funding to UK businesses reaches record high
Peer-to-peer invoice finance platform MarketInvoice funded a record £130 million of invoices in the first quarter of 2017, a 160 per cent rise from the first quarter of 2016. The company also achieved a record high in March, with £54.7 million worth of invoices raised by businesses in the UK being funded.
Business & Economy
APSCo research shows increase in permanent job vacancies
Research from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) has shown an increase in the number of permanent vacancies in the UK. The data showed that permanent vacancies for professional jobs increased by 1 per cent in May 2017, whilst permanent roles in finance and engineering increased by 7 per cent and 5 per cent respectively.
Business & Economy
British Business Bank launches investment programme to boost business growth
British Business Bank has launched a £2.5bn investment programme to help businesses have access to the finance that they need to boost the UK’s innovation economy. The British Patient Capital programme will focus on investment in innovative businesses in the UK that have high-growth potential.
Business & Economy
Proposal made by FCA for new Directory of financial service workers
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is proposing a new Directory to help boost the protection of consumers and businesses by making it easier for them to access the history and status of individuals working in the finance sector. The Directory will enable consumers to access information on staff working across a number of different areas in the sector, including investment advisors.
Education & Careers
Flexible working becoming a priority for financial services firms
A study from Hydrogen and My Family Care has shown that businesses in the financial services sector are prioritising flexible working. The research looked at the needs, wants and challenges of employers and employees across a range of industries, including banking and finance, and found that more than 80% of people look for flexible working options before committing to a company.
Emerging Markets
Asia registers record global business investment in 2014
A record £4 trillion was invested in business across the world in 2014, with much of it targeted at firms in Asia. The total value of finance provided to businesses around the globe hit a record level in 2014, according to a report from Allen & Overy. Furthermore, there was a surge noted in investors lending to Asian businesses.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Venture capital firm to target London tech startups
A venture capital firm has launched a £252 million fund to invest in early-stage tech startups across Europe. Northzone, which is based in Sweden, is looking to invest in early-stage tech startups across Europe, with a particular focus on startups from the finance and health sectors in London.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Research reveals UK cities with cheapest startup costs
The UK’s cheapest cities for starting up a business have been revealed in research from business finance solutions company LDF. Newcastle upon Tyne has been named the cheapest location in the UK for setting up a new business, costing an average of £17,008.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
SME growth and confidence boosted by business programme, report shows
The Building Small Business Britain report has found that an initiative set up by finance company Goldman Sachs has had a positive impact on the growth of small businesses in the UK. The report assessed 933 companies that graduated from the 10,000 Small Businesses UK programme in 2010 – 2015 to see how the initiative impacted their growth.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
UK the best place to start a business, says survey
The UK has been named the best place to do business by 44 per cent of the country’s population in a survey by SME finance firm Idinvest Partners. The research found that over 55 per cent of respondents have confidence in the UK when it comes to economic performance.
Innovation & Technology
UK businesses are embracing fintech, research shows
Businesses in the UK are embracing financial technology, with 77 per cent being aware of fintech products and services, according to research from finance company MarketInvoice. The research found 65 per cent of UK businesses have adopted at least one fintech application, while 19 per cent have adopted at least four.
Innovation & Technology
Financial services firms would benefit from fintech strategies
Having a fintech strategy in place would be beneficial to financial services firms in the future, according to a report from professional services and Big Four firm KPMG. The report, “Forging the future”, surveyed 168 finance firms from 36 countries.
Women in Business
ACCA says businesses are at risk from gender inequality
When it comes to the workplace, the battle of the sexes could have serious implications for businesses across the world according to the CEO of ACCA. Helen Brand, OBE, the Chief Executive of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, raised the issue in her keynote speech opening the Women in Finance breakfast hosted in Kampala.
Women in Business
Shortage of women in senior accountancy roles, study finds
Over 60 per cent of accountancy firms do not have any women in senior roles, according to a study by Visible Women. The Women in Finance: Not Adding Up! report showed a shortage of women in senior roles such as executive board members, partners and senior accountants in two-thirds of companies.
Education & Careers
Talent shortage in the City of London boosts salaries
New figures from Morgan McKinley show that salaries are rising in the City due to a talent shortage. Several new studies have recently shown that hiring is picking up across the UK, and the finance sector is performing particularly strongly. But now, a new study from recruiter Morgan McKinley has found that the employment market is becoming even more favourable for finance professionals. In its latest London Employment Monitor the company found that the number of financial services jobs in London rose by a substantial 15 per cent in May compared to the same month last year.
Emerging Markets
London Stock Exchange issues biggest ever rupee bond
The London Stock Exchange’s biggest ever rupee bond worth £103 million was issued earlier this week by the International Finance Corporation. India and the UK have been working hard to cement their already close economic and financial relationships after all the latter is the biggest investor in the former among the G20 nations. But, this week, they have edged even closer together. The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has issued a major new rupee bond in London today – the biggest of its kind ever issued on the London Stock Exchange (LSE).
Online Learning
How to keep your studies on track during COVID-19
While facing the growing complications of the COVID-19 pandemic, we at London School of Business and Finance hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and healthy. Keeping up with your responsibilities, on top of facing these new complications, is no easy feat - but with support and a little creativity, we will make it through together. Here are a few tips to help you stay focused on your academic goals while taking care of yourself during these uncertain times.
Opinion & Features
Video: Great Minds series - LSBF interviews Kath Easthope, Managing Director of Bite Global
In a live interview with London School of Business and Finance (LSBF), Kath Easthope, Managing Director of Bite Global – an agency which delivers innovative marketing and communications solutions, spoke about how the industry’s landscape has become more exciting to be a part of. “I personally believe this is the most exciting time to be in communications,” she said. “The whole landscape we work in has changed […]It used to be that you created a client story and got coverage and were measured on the volume of coverage. But we are now competing with everyone.
Opinion & Features
Michael Gray, General Manager of the Hyatt Regency London - The Churchill, and Area Vice President for the UK and Ireland for Hyatt International, has spoken out about the hospitality industry and the great career paths it has to offer. Speaking to London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) as part of the Great Minds video series in the luxurious surroundings of The Churchill (the company’s London branch under his management), Mr Gray described hospitality sector careers as ‘wonderful’.
Opinion & Features
What it takes to achieve ACCA success
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is one of the leading international accounting bodies, and their esteemed ACCA qualification is highly sought after by aspiring accountants and future leaders in finance all around the world. Comprising of 14 examination papers, it takes a hardworking, dedicated and passionate individual to successfully pass all of the ACCA exams. One of these individuals is Daniel Jheeta, 26, who studied and passed ACCA at LSBF, studying part time through both weekend and evening classes.
Opinion & Features
Video: Great Minds Series - LSBF interviews Ian Pittaway, Senior Partner at Sacker & Partners LLP
In an interview with London School of Business and Finance (LSBF), Ian Pittaway, Senior Partner of Sacker & Partners LLP, said he believes that the pensions sector will face new challenges because of a continually rising life expectancy. Speaking with Nadim Choudhury, LSBF’s Head of Career Services & Employability at as part of the LSBF Great Minds series, Mr Pittaway discussed the issues that will affect the pensions sector in the near future.
Opinion & Features
Video: Great Minds Series - LSBF interviews Natural History Museum Director Sir Michael Dixon
The Director of London’s Natural History Museum, Sir Michael Dixon, has spoken out about the importance of the impact technology can have on visitor experience. Speaking in the museum’s Darwin Centre as a part of London School of Business and Finance’s (LSBF) Great Minds series, Sir Michael explained that technology is important for both visitor interaction and the scientific happenings behind the scenes.
Opinion & Features
LSBF survey finds nearly 50% of UK workers want to change careers
Nearly half of the UK work force is looking for a career change, a new report produced by London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) suggests. The study found that 47% of respondents wanted to change careers, though many were unsure when they would go ahead with it. Of those who did have a concrete plan, most were thinking of leaving their current roles in two years or earlier.
Opinion & Features
What to expect from a career in accountancy
There are a lot of misconceptions about working in accountancy - for example, many assume that finance is a boring subject. As we have written before, this is not necessarily the case. In addition to having a good head for numbers, accountants also need a sharp sense of professional ethics, an eye for detail, and the ability to make informed judgements about financial decisions – there’s a lot more to it than the public perceptions.
Opinion & Features
Video: ‘Great Minds’ series – LSBF interviews entrepreneur and investor Deborah Meaden
Business education and entrepreneurship should be embedded in the education curriculum from early on – this is the view of entrepreneur and business investor Deborah Meaden, who was interviewed in a new video released by the London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) this week. Part of the ‘Great Minds’ series of videos, the interview was led by former Education and Home Secretary Rt Hon. David Blunkett MP, who is also a visiting lecturer at the School.
Opinion & Features
LSBF Student Interview: Tien Thi Thuy Tran
Tien Thi Thuy Tran from Vietnam has always wanted to pursue her ‘dream career’ in finance. But before entering her undergraduate degree programme, she felt she needed to be better prepared. Tien’s decision to study the LSBF Foundation Programme in Business in order to pursue a career in the financial sector has reaped rich rewards and she is now well set on moving towards her goal of one day becoming a financial advisor. Here are some excerpts from our chat with Tien…
Opinion & Features
In Pictures: Trading and Market Analysis Week 2014 at LSBF
For five days, a classroom at LSBF’s London City Campus has been converted into a fully-fledged trading floor as students in the GGSB MSc in Finance programme took part in the Trading & Financial Market Analysis week 2014, a practical experience in trading and risk management. The programme was delivered in partnership with Amplify Trading Ltd, a City of London trading firm that specialises in market analysis, global trading, professional training and trader development. …
Opinion & Features
Video: Great Minds series - LSBF interviews Chris Wakerley MBE, MD of KPMG Boxwood
As part of the LSBF Great Minds series, Chris Wakerley MBE, Managing Director and Co-Founder of KPMG Boxwood, discussed his experiences of business in an interview with Dr Steve Priddy, Head of Research at London School of Business and Finance (LSBF). Mr Wakerley co-founded Boxwood in 2000. The company has worked across a range of sectors - including retail, infrastructure, private equity and life sciences – and was acquired by KPMG in 2015.
Opinion & Features
Join our live online learning webinar and get your questions answered!
Here at London School of Business & Finance, we live and breathe online learning, and we’re passionate about making sure that all of our students stay up to date with the latest developments and resources available when studying our programmes online. On Monday November 6 at 18:00 CET, we’ll be hosting a Facebook Live webinar to introduce you to the amazing features available on our online programmes.
Accountancy & Finance
PwC launches initiative to help small businesses
PricewaterhouseCoopers and invoice finance platform MarketInvoice have struck a deal that allows them both to help new small businesses. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) comprise well over 90 per cent of the UK’s companies and dictate the pace of economic growth. So it’s no surprise they represent a huge market that is being targeted by larger companies – not for acquisitions. With that in mind, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) have struck a deal with MarketInvoice that will enable them both to break into that market more effectively.
Accountancy & Finance
Bank of England governor Mark Carney warns of early interest rate rise
Bank of England governor Mark Carney suggested last week that interest rates might rise earlier than expected. 12 June’s Mansion House event was not exactly full of surprises, with much of the content of UK Chancellor George Osborne’s speech published beforehand laying out new laws for the finance sector. But one statement from Bank of England governor Mark Carney did raise a few eyebrows, after he warned that interest rates may rise earlier than most analysts expect.
Accountancy & Finance
Bonuses outstripping salaries in accountancy roles
Growth in bonuses is outstripping the average increase in salary in accountancy roles as employers make retaining top talent a priority, according to data from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and finance recruitment agency Global Accounting Network. The data showed that average salaries increased by 1.9 per cent, up from £62,791 in 2015 to £63,991 this year, whilst average bonuses saw a much bigger increase, up from 8 per cent of annual salary to 12 per cent over the same period.
Accountancy & Finance
UK banks sign up to group to examine fair business banking
Several UK banks have signed up to a group that will focus on the fairness of business banking for SMEs. Lloyds, RBS, Barclays, Santander, HSBC, Triodos UK and Clydesdale are among the banks that have joined the group, which is run by UK banking and financial services trade association UK Finance and the Lending Standards Boards (LSB) in partnership with the all-party parliamentary group (APPG).
Business & Economy
Restaurant industry turnover up 39 per cent since 2010
The UK restaurant sector has boomed with turnover reaching £21 billion, a 39 per cent increase in five years. Britain’s restaurants continued to cater to the public and saw business positively boom in the years since 2010, despite the economic downturn. Turnover in the dining out industry reached £21.6 billion in 2014, an increase of 39 per cent from the £15.5 billion recorded in 2010, according to data from Companies House analysed by finance company LDF.
Business & Economy
Business backs Scotland’s ‘No’ vote in independence referendum
Businesses and investors have reacted with confidence to Scotland’s decision to stay as part of the UK. Scotland’s decision to remain part of the United Kingdom marked a watershed moment in the nation’s political life. But it also sent ripples throughout the business and finance landscape, as the world reacted to a vote that ended months of uncertainty. That relief has been reflected in an influx of votes of confidence in the Union this morning, although in some respects the markets are already calming down again.
Business & Economy
London gives UK Treasury £34 billion boost each year
A new report has highlighted the huge contribution that London makes to the UK economy. It’s well-known that London is the business and finance hub of the UK, as well as being its biggest city by far and home to some of the highest relative property prices in the world. Yet the wealth being created in the capital also has a knock-on effect for the whole of the UK, according to figures from the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr).
Business & Economy
London is at forefront of UK recovery
New figures from the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) show London is leading the UK’s continued economic improvement. As a major business and finance hub for not only the UK but all of Europe, England’s capital plays a major role in the nation’s growth. As the figures show from RBS’s latest Regional Growth Tracker, London is at the forefront of the economic recovery. The city grew by around 3.7 per cent in the third quarter of this year, well above the national average.
Business & Economy
10p introductory level for Scottish Rate of Income Tax
The new Scottish Rate of Income Tax (SRIT), which marks a major overhaul of the UK tax system, won't actually affect those living in the country when it is introduced next year. Scottish resident taxpayers will still be paying the same as their counterparts in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland after Scotland’s finance minister John Swinney set the rate at 10 per cent.
Business & Economy
Support for EU membership falls from UK CFOs
According to a survey from the Big Four firm Deloitte, some of the UK's top finance professionals have decided that exiting the EU (Brexit) may not be a bad thing for the country. Support for EU membership has fallen among chief financial officers (CFOs), with the EU's weak economic recovery, the continuing migrant crisis and uncertainties about the stability of the euro being the main factors.
Business & Economy
London and Manchester best hubs for high-growth small businesses
London and Manchester have been named as the best hubs for high-growth small businesses (HGSBs) by Octopus Investments. The company listed 32 of the top cities for HGSBs in the Urban Hub League Table. The cities were ranked on the factors that small businesses believe are the most important to them when scaling and growing, such as talent and connectivity and access to finance.
Business & Economy
Brighton and Cardiff SMEs working hardest this bank holiday
Small and medium-sized businesses based in Brighton and Cardiff will be working the hardest this bank holiday, according to research conducted on behalf of SME finance solutions company LDF. The survey found that 95 per cent of SMEs in these areas will be working. Glasgow was also found to have some of the hardest-working SMEs, with 94 per cent working this bank holiday.
Business & Economy
Small business lending reaches record high, figures show
Lending to small businesses has reached a record high over the past year, according to new figures from the National Association of Commercial Finance Brokers (NACFB). The figures showed that lending has risen by 30 per cent to a record £20.7 billion, despite the economic uncertainty surrounding the EU referendum. It is the seventh year in a row of growth for lending to small businesses.
Business & Economy
Seedrs teams up with NatWest to offer alternative funding options
Seedrs has teamed up with NatWest and Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) to become part of the Capital Connections programme. Through the programme, the crowdfunding platform will be joining a panel of funders to provide alternative finance solutions to business and commercial customers of NatWest and RBS in the UK who are unable to access the financial support they need through traditional funding routes.
Business & Economy
British banks could help to boost UK’s productivity growth
British banks could help to boost the UK’s productivity growth, according to Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) member Silvana Tenreyro. Delivering her first public speech as an MPC member, Tenreyro said that she believes UK banks have almost recovered from the financial crisis ten years ago, which could lead to a rise in UK productivity as the finance industry’s performance starts to improve.
Business & Economy
London SMEs most aware of alternative financing options
Research from peer-to-peer business lender Growth Street has shown that small and medium-sized enterprises in London are leading the way when it comes to awareness of the alternative financing options that are available to them. The study surveyed 1,000 SMEs across the UK, exploring their views on business finance and exporting, and revealed that more than half of London-based respondents believe that there is enough guidance available to businesses that wish to export, compared to 36% of businesses across the rest of the UK.
Education & Careers
City of London to see 10 years of job growth
The UK’s capital is set to experience a decade of jobs growth, while an increase in investment sparks hiring from tech startups. Hiring from finance and technology companies will soar over the next decade in a post-financial crisis boom, according to new research. Meanwhile, surging venture capital investment is expected to boost hiring at British tech startups.
Education & Careers
More City of London jobs than applicants, says recruiter
The number of job vacancies in the City of London is almost double the amount of people seeking employment there, according to recruiter, Robert Walters. Robert Walters claims that London’s financial district has more jobs available than candidates to fill the positions. The recruiter noted that the shortage of jobseekers could prevent finance firms from achieving their full growth potential unless more workers are encouraged to change jobs.
Education & Careers
City of London employment hits record highs
Employment in London’s finance sector is at a record high, according to figures from TheCityUK. Positive news has been appearing for some time on the UK financial services sector, with data suggesting that new business confidence is pushing demand and employment higher. But new figures from TheCityUK indicate that the City is well and truly back on its feet.
Education & Careers
Survey reveals top bonus-paying jobs of 2016
The Independent has published the latest listing of jobs with bonuses of over £20,000 per year using data collected in an anonymous survey by Glassdoor. Roles in the finance industry hold several places on the list, including portfolio managers, brokers and traders. Top of the list, however, were global account managers who receive an average annual bonus of £37,000.
Emerging Markets
India's economy to grow by 6% in 2014-15
India’s economy is projected to grow by as much as six per cent this financial year, according to new analysis. The India Economy Survey revealed that the emerging economic giant is likely to experience GDP growth in the value of between 5.4 per cent and 5.9 per cent in 2014/15. Tabled by Arun Jaitley, India’s finance minister, the survey casts the subcontinent in a very strong position, with plenty of potential for investors home and abroad.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Experian launches service to help SMEs
Experian, the global information services group, is launching a new service called My Business Profile to help the UK’s 2.2 million small and medium sized enterprises. My Business Profile will help SMEs check and manage their credit profile, increasing their chances of securing financial backing. Despite various government initiatives, since the start of the 2008 financial crisis the trickle-down of finance has repeatedly failed to fully reach SMEs.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
London leads list of Europe’s hottest FinTech startups
A list of Europe’s hottest FinTech startups to watch out for in 2015 is dominated by those from London. London’s place as a hub for FinTech startups is well and truly evident when looking at the recently released list of FinTech companies to watch out for in 2015, compiled by a panel of senior executives from sectors such as finance, investment and technology.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Small UK businesses hoping to expand in 2016, says expert
Small UK businesses are hoping to expand in 2016, according to Simply Business writer Jade Wimbledon. Wimbledon provided several predictions for UK businesses in 2016, listing growth as one of the top trends. Recent research from Close Brothers Asset Finance showed that around 1.35 million SMEs are planning to expand over the new few months, with 20% believing that their business is performing well in the current economy.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Capital One launches tech accelerator for financial sector start-ups
Capital One is to launch a tech accelerator for early-stage start-up businesses. The credit card company will be launching the Capital One Growth Labs in Nottingham in partnership with L Marks, which brings together established businesses and growing companies. According to Capital One, the hub will “shape the future of finance”, supporting start-ups in the financial sector to help them develop innovative technologies.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
New fund to help SME house builders
The Government has announced a new £3 billion fund to assist SME house builders tackle the housing crisis. The announcement comes after house builders called for minsters to launch the fund before the release of the Autumn Statement in November. The fund will provide support for small-scale developers, enabling them to have access to finance, and will help to deliver 225,000 new homes.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Small business confidence at a high, according to study
Small business confidence is at an all-time high for 2016 in the UK, according to a study from Hitachi Capital Business Finance. The study surveyed 1,006 small and medium-sized enterprise owners, questioning them on the outlook of their business for the coming three months, and found that business confidence has increased by 11 per cent from the last quarter.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Research reveals investment needs of UK’s early-stage businesses
Research from the UK Innovation Hub and Tech City UK has revealed what early-stage businesses believe are the most important factors for raising external finance. The research found that start-ups believe that personal trust and chemistry is the most important factor, whilst access to a wide network of investments is also considered to be important, cited by three-fifths of respondents.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
UK leading the way for tech startups, figures show
Figures from card payment solutions firm Paymentsense have shown that the UK is leading the way when it comes to Europe’s tech startup scene, with 1.8 million new businesses being registered over last five years. The UK came in third in the rankings with a start-up growth rate of 5%, with access to a variety of flexible finance options being one of the main drivers of growth.
Innovation & Technology
Tech boom: London firms raise $1bn and break venture capital funding record
New figures show that London’s tech firms are bringing unprecedented levels of venture capital. London has always been the UK’s investment hub, attracting the eyes of businesses and individuals from around the world who want a slice of the city’s promising high-growth industries. Finance continues to be one of the capital’s strengths, but one of the newer sectors to attract that level of interest is technology. Recent figures show just how important tech is to London’s present and future.
Innovation & Technology
London: Financial technology capital of the world
London has become the world’s premier financial technology hub. What makes the city so attractive for the sector? London has been an established centre of information and knowledge for hundreds of years, and its bustling finance centre is an established feature in global markets. In recent years, its blossoming technology sector has begun to make an even greater impression on the global scene, as well as making a huge contribution to the economy. Perhaps then it is no surprise that a new report shows it is also the financial technology (fintech) centre of the world.
Innovation & Technology
Twitter founder’s startup set to offer financial support for small businesses
Twitter founder Jack Dorsey’s payment platform startup Square has announced that it plans to start a credit service to give small firms and businesses, and SMEs in general, a boost. The past few years have seen an explosion in alternative finance. As firms have been forced to look away from banks and traditional lenders for credit, the likes of crowdfunding and venture capital have shot up in popularity. Now, mobile payments platform Square has announced it plans to start offering its own small credit service.
Innovation & Technology
London is world leader in financial technology, report shows
London has been named as the world’s strongest fintech hub in a report from professional services and Big Four company Deloitte and trade body Innovate Finance. The Connecting Global Fintech Hub Review 2017 analysed 44 fintech centres worldwide on factors such as technical expertise, regulatory framework and government support, with London scoring highly in all of the areas.
Innovation & Technology
FSB launches financial technology platform for small businesses
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has launched a new fintech platform to provide small businesses and self-employed people with more access to funding. The FSB Funding Platform, which is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and developed by business finance platform Finpoint, will help potential borrowers get access to funding by matching them with more than 100 providers.
Innovation & Technology
Britons believe that big banks should acquire fintech
A study from insight research company Strive has shown that more than 50 per cent of the British public believe that big banks should acquire fintech. The study surveyed more than 1,000 people, exploring their views on how the finance industry should incorporate technology innovation, and found that 13 per cent believe that it should be done through big tech companies such as Google, whilst 28 per cent said that it should be done through expansion of online-only banks.
Innovation & Technology
Fintech expected to bring 30,000 jobs to UK
Research from Innovate Finance and WPI Economics has shown that fintech could help to boost employment in the UK, with the industry creating 30,000 new jobs over the next ten years and the number of people employed in the sector expected to reach 100,000 by 2030. The report highlighted the importance of global talent to the UK’s fintech sector and called for a flexible immigration policy to be put in place to prevent the UK from losing over £350 million.
Innovation & Technology
Report calls for financial firms to prioritise operational resilience
A report from banking and financial services sector trade association UK Finance and management consultancy Parker Fitzgerald has highlighted the importance of financial services firms making operational resilience a priority as they adopt new technologies. According to the study, the speed at which technology is advancing is creating new non-financial risks in the financial services sector and so businesses need to address these risks in order to protect themselves from new threats.
Innovation & Technology
British consumers are embracing financial technology, report shows
A report from UK banking and financial services trade association UK Finance and Big Four accountancy firm EY has shown that consumers in Britain are embracing fintech, with more people using new technology to interact with their bank. The study showed that more UK consumers are using mobile banking, with the number of log-ins from mobile apps hitting 5.5 billion in 2017, up by 13% from the previous year.
Innovation & Technology
FCA advises banks to use new technologies to tackle cybercrime
UK financial regulatory body UK Finance has urged banks to use new technologies, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, to fight cybercrime. Discussing the issue in a speech at the FCA’s Cross-Border Anti-Money Laundering TechSprint, the regulatory body’s executive director of supervision - investment, wholesale and specialist, Megan Butler, stated that technology is crucial to the protection of institutions when it comes to financial crime.
Women in Business
Campaign calls for more support for female entrepreneurs
A campaign has been launched to help provide more support for female entrepreneurs. The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is aiming to increase the number of women in business and has called for the UK and Welsh Government to provide more support and better access to finance. According to the UK Government, providing more support for female entrepreneurs could help to boost the economy by £600 billion.
Women in Business
The #WonderWomen Series: Celebrating the changing face of leadership in business
Every year on 8th March, the world celebrates International Women’s Day in recognition of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This year, London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) Executive Education, GISMA Business School, and Toronto School of Management (TSoM) have launched a joint initiative. These schools will explore the changing face of business by interviewing female CEOs, leaders, and entrepreneurs to discover how they got to where they are and their ambitions for the future of gender equality.
Opinion & Features
LSBF Student Progression and Retention Rates Exceed Sector Average
As a centre of education excellence, LSBF strives to provide students with first-class experience and academic development. Reflecting those efforts, the latest figures collated by the School’s exams and assessment office show that postgraduate and undergraduate students’ progression and retention rates at LSBF are higher than some of the national average public sector figures. According to the data, across all undergraduate programmes, LSBF maintained a progression rate of 82%, with some courses such as the Bachelors in Business Management achieving up to 93% of progression. At postgraduate level, Masters programmes offered at LSBF have achieved an average progression rate of 80%, with the MSc Finance achieving between 94% to 100% progression.
Accountancy & Finance
Hong Kong raises $1 billion through Islamic bonds
Hong Kong has reported a highly successful first foray into Islamic ‘sukuk’ bond sales by raising $1 billion in sales. Since Islamic nations around the world have begun emerging as powerful economic forces, it is hardly surprising that so many authorities and institutions have started looking into the world of Islamic finance. Not to be outdone, Hong Kong has just announced its first successful attempt at an Islamic bond sale. The government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region has published the details of its first sukuk – bonds that are structured to comply with Islamic law and investment principles.
Accountancy & Finance
Islamic Bank of Britain set to be rebranded as Al Rayan Bank
Islamic Bank of Britain is becoming Al Rayan Bank as part of a significant rebrand. Islamic Bank of Britain (IBB) is in the middle of celebrating its 10th anniversary, and it’s become readily established as a pioneer of Islamic finance in the UK. It still boasts the widest range of Sharia-compliant retail financial products in the UK, and it seems few banks will be able to compete in the near future. In fact, IBB is actually beginning to diversify its product and service offerings to extend the sphere of Islamic banking in the UK. Soon it plans to reflect these changing conditions with a major rebrand.
Business & Economy
Telefonica in talks to sell O2 to Hutchison Whampoa for £10bn
Hutchison Whampoa enters talks to buy Telefonica-owned O2 for £10.25 billion. In a move that would create the UK’s biggest mobile group, Hutchison Whampoa confirmed that it is in negotiations to buy Telefonica for £10.25 billion. However, Frank Sixt, the finance director of Hutchison, has said there is “still work to do” as they embark on several weeks’ worth of discussions. It’s the latest buy in a spending spree by Asia’s richest man, Li Ka-shing, who owns Hutchison Whampoa. Recently, Mr Li also spent £1.1 billion on Eversholt, to put him in control of a third of the UK’s trains.
Business & Economy
Germany and France to kick-start €300 billion European investment push
In line with plan outlined by European Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker, Germany and France are joining forces to push towards a European investment programme. The eurozone’s struggles have been well-documented over the past few years since the financial crisis, but a new push from France and Germany could see a renewed period of investment across the European Union. Bloomberg reports that government officials have confirmed that France and Germany are working together on proposals to involve the European Investment Bank (EIB) in granting loans to businesses. Apparently, the initiative is due to be presented to a meeting of finance ministers from across the bloc’s member states on Friday, 12 September.
Business & Economy
Singapore and Hong Kong compete to be Asia’s top financial market
Singapore and Hong Kong have much in common, but they are also competitors in Asia’s financial system. When you think of finance in Asia, there are a few distinct locations that spring to mind. Tokyo and Shanghai are among the most well-known, but by far the most influential on the global and regional stages are Hong Kong and Singapore. The two jurisdictions have a lot in common in many respects. They’re small cities that punch well above their weight in the global financial landscape, commonly used as bases for businesses looking to invest or expand into key Asian markets. Both have strong links with China, as well as with other key emerging economies across Asia-Pacific.
Business & Economy
Major UK companies to contribute more in tax, says report
PwC has found that the UK’s biggest businesses will see their tax hit record levels this year. PwC has highlighted the contribution of big business to the UK economy with new figures from their latest Total Tax Contribution survey. The survey shows that Britain’s largest companies paid the highest tax revenues ever recorded in 2014: a reminder that big businesses make a significant contribution to the UK economy. PwC’s 100 Group, comprised of the finance directors of large companies and some multinationals operating in the UK, revealed that they have collectively paid some £80 billion this year. This is a rise of £2 billion from 2013.
Business & Economy
Strong growth expected by UK SMEs
Nearly two-thirds (65%) of SME owners believe that a bright future is on the way with forecasts of growth of up to as much as 40% over the course of the next two years, according to the annual survey of SMEs in the UK carried out by Wesleyan Bank, the specialist commercial finance provider. The SME Heroes or Zeros 2018 report shows that 54% have greater confidence regarding the prospects of their companies in 2019, with the possible impact of Brexit a source of concern for just 11% of respondents. Even in spite of the uncertain economy of the UK, the findings demonstrate that there has been a significant shift from business owners in terms of defiance.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
US crowdfunding laws could be changed before they take effect
Rules governing crowdfunding in the US could be amended before they are even fully introduced. More and more small businesses and startups are taking to crowdfunding as a means of raising finance without going through the banks. But in the US, small firms are finding this much harder than they are elsewhere, and legislation has so far done fairly little to help. Changes to US security rules were enshrined in the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act in 2012, increasing the number of investors a private company can have from 500 to 2,000. The law also removed some barriers faced …
Innovation & Technology
London could gain billions from booming digital tech sector
A new study has found that London’s booming digital tech sector could contribute billions to the capital’s economy. London has long been known as a major finance centre, but in recent years another industry has taken root there to give the capital’s economy a considerable boost. According to a new report by Oxford Economics for promotional body London and Partners, the sector could make a massive contribution in terms of both economic activity and jobs. Details of the study have not yet been released, with only one page of key findings having been published so far.
Opinion & Features
LSBF Alumni Interview: Kyle Tyrrell
LSBF ACCA alumnus Kyle Tyrrell is the true personification of a high achiever. Alongside his position as a Finance Business Partner at AXA Insurance UK, he qualified as an ACCA-certified accountant in 2014 and is now setting up his own business – a catering company called ‘My Little Kitchen’ with a business partner. Kyle shares with us that his ACCA qualification and the things he learnt while working towards the qualification have helped him greatly in his decision-making as a director at his startup. Kyle also was one of the finalists of the PQ Awards 2014, in the PQ of the Year category. We spoke to Kyle about his reasoning behind pursuing an ACCA qualification, the benefits of studying ACCA at LSBF and what his advice for new students would be. Here are some excerpts from our conversation with Kyle…
Accountancy & Finance
500 banks sign up for Apple’s new mobile wallet service
Apple says that over 500 financial institutions have signed up to its new payment service. When Apple launched its new mobile wallet service last month, it would have been easy to lose sight of it in the furore over the tech giant’s long-awaited smartwatch. But it’s a major innovation in its own right that will finally introduce near-field communication (NFC) payment technology to iPhones and iPads, as they have existed in some Android models for some time. The world of finance clearly agrees, since Apple says that its new mobile payments service has already seen more than 500 separate banks and financial institutions sign up.
Business & Economy
British confidence in economic growth at 5 year high, shows study
A new poll from Ipsos Mori has revealed that British people have more confidence in the economy than at any point in the last five years. Currently, half of the respondents said they felt positive about the state of the UK's finance. This is a dramatic rise compared to two and a half years ago, when only 13 per cent felt the same way. Based on the 24 countries covered by the survey, it was found that 40 per cent of citizens had confidence in their nation’s economy. This means the UK is performing above the average in this area. The global average has also risen significantly since November 2012, when only 25 per cent said they were confident about their country’s finances.
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374 Results foundMarch 2014
An article by Sahar Ata titled ‘Islamic Finance – Value for Money’ was published in InterContinental Finance on Friday, the 21st of March.
July 2021
On Monday 12 July Finance Derivatives published this article by Meena Jafferali, Associate Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance Executive Education, about the future of investments.
September 2018
News of London School of Business and Finance alumnas Alexandre Mateus was featured in this Finance Magnates article on Monday 3 September. Alexandre has been added to the Societe Generale forex trading team in Paris.
January 2014
LSBF Singapore accruing ACCA Platinum status was reported in Yahoo Finance on Monday, the 20th of January.
January 2019
On Thursday 24 January, Yahoo! Finance included comments from LSBF's Lecture Paul Merison in this feature about the quality of company audits.
July 2015
Our video interview with Mark Wood, Former CEO of JLT Employee Benefits, was covered by Yahoo! Finance. In the video, which was part of our Great Minds Series, Mr Wood explains how innovation and technology have completely transformed the insurance sector over the last ten years.
You can watch the video here.
May 2015
All About Finance Careers featured an interview with LSBF alumnus and Head of Finance at AXA Global Protect Kyle Tyrrell on Monday, 18 May.
March 2021
Global Banking and Finance Review
Global Banking and Finance Review published this article about chatboxes, written by Dr Elaine Garcia, Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, on Thursday 24 March.
August 2018
Global Banking & Finance Review
Peter Jansen, Principal Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, published this article about sustainable business in Global Banking & Finance Review on Wednesday 1 August.
September 2018
Global Banking & Finance Review
On Saturday 8 September, London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this Global Banking & Finance Review article announcing the launch of their #CareersInCharity campaign in collaboration with GISMA Business School and The University of Law Business School.
April 2020
Global Banking and Finance Review
In this article published by Global Banking and Finance Review on Wednesday 8 April Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance, discussed the economic measures introduced to counter the crisis caused by COVID-19.
September 2015
Yahoo Finance UK on Friday, 18 September, discussed the findings of the LSBF Careers Report which looked at the British workforce’s desire for career change.
July 2015
LSBF Head of Career Services & Employability Nadim Choudhury’s article discussing how to assess whether a career in accountancy is right for you, was published in All About Finance Careers on Monday, 27 July.
September 2015
Wealth & Finance International
The LSBF Great Minds interview with Terra Firma founder Guy Hands was featured in the latest edition of Wealth & Finance International.
The news story was published as a large two-page spread in print.
May 2020
London School of Business and Finance
On Monday 18 May London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in these news reporting the appointment of former student Mories Atoki as Chief Executive Officer of the African Business Coalition for Health (ABC Health).
The news was reported in:
August 2018
Global Banking & Finance Review (1)
The launch of the Study LSBF was announced in this article in Global Banking & Finance Review published on Tuesday 14 August.
May 2020
London School of Business and Finance (1)
On Monday 18 May London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in a series of articles reporting the appointment of former student, Mories Atoki, as Chief Executive Officer of the African Business Coalition for Health (ABC Health).
The news was reported in:
September 2017
London School of Business and Finance's Career
On Thursday 21 September London School of Business and Finance’s Careers Report was mentioned in a feature looking at how online learning could help career’s progression. The article was published in:
March 2018
London School of Business and Finance launches #WonderWomen campaign
On Monday 5 March London School of Business and Finance launched the #WonderWomen campaign, an initiative to celebrate women leaders and entrepreneurs for International Women's Day.
The campaign was announced in several media:
News About LSBF
London School of Business and Finance signs agreement with The University of Law
The International Development team of The University of Law (ULaw) recently hosted a visit from the London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) Singapore at the Moorgate Campus in London.
February 2021
LSBF’s MA in Finance Investment Programme Recognised by CMI
London School of Business and Finance is proud to announce the confirmed recognised mapping of its MA in Finance and Investment programme with The Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
Quoting CMI: “The MA in Finance and Investment is a flexible online master's degree delivering the skills and expertise sought by leading organisations across the globe, designed to meet the needs of existing and potential managers in all sectors of employment.
The theories and concepts examined in this programme have never been more business-critical, and our graduates will complete the programme possessing the advanced knowledge and professional attributes demanded by the world's foremost employers.”
Karina Kizhner, Managing Director of London School of Business and Finance, said: “Whilst this is the first of many, we are thrilled to continue the start of 2021 by having one of our master’s programmes recognised and mapped to CMI Professional Standard.”
The mapping to CMI Professional Standard is a testament to LSBF's commitment to its students. Something CMI commented on within their Mapping Summary was that: “The programme endeavours to provide a stimulating and intellectually demanding environment, in which students are encouraged to engage with the academic literature, case studies, and each other, whilst reflecting on their own finance-related experiences.”
LSBF is proud to be working with CMI, helping to shape the graduates of tomorrow to possess the skills, advanced knowledge and professional attributes needed and, in some cases, demanded by today’s employers.
In today’s ever-changing environment, CMI will be a lifelong career partner to LSBF’s students, giving them a competitive edge through tailored support, tools, events and resources to develop their management and leadership potential.
LSBF students will also receive a Recognised Programme Partner certificate confirming the award is recognised against the CMI Professional Standards.
December 2018
London School of Business and Finance launches Global Accounting initiative
On Friday 14 December London School of Business and Finance launched the Global Bundling initiative, combining top Academic Awards with Professional ACCA qualification. The announcement mentions the institutions partnering with LSBF on this initiative, and features quotes from Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at LSBF.
July 2018
London School of Business and Finance launches mobile app "Study LSBF"
On Tuesday 31 July, London School of Business and Finance launched a new mobile study app, Study LSBF. The announcement, including quotes from LSBF Registrar Karina Kizhner and links to LSBF website, was shared across several media:
Business Insider
Market Watch
Bizjournals.com
Value Investing News
Townhall Finance.com
Digital Conqurer
FinanzNachrichten.de
EE Times
Finanzen.net
Wall Street:online
AEC Newsroom
Aving Global News Network
IT Business Net
Offshore Technology
PC Tech Magazine
Odisha Sun Times
IT News Online
July 2017
London School of Business and Finance in Singapore opens Belt and Road Multi-Cultural Studies Centre
London School of Business and Finance in Singapore announced the opening of the first Belt and Road Multi-Cultural Studies Centre Opens, in collaboration with Xiamen University's Overseas Education College (OEC). The news was reported by different media, including:
- TodayOnline
- NewKerala.com
- Business Times
- ZaoBao
- Spectrum Sino
April 2023
This article by Dr. Ullas Rao, Programme Leader presents an overview of Islamic finance as a potential panacea for ethical and responsible finance, while acknowledging the need for continued oversight and accountability. Read More
News About LSBF
London School of Business and Finance holds graduation ceremony for its online students
The ceremony was held at the Church of St Andrews in Holborn, just a short walk from LSBF’s London campus. Students from 25 countries attended the event, where they celebrated their academic accomplishments with family, friends, and the tutors who accompanied them throughout their learning journey.
August 2021
London School of Business and Finance
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in these articles about alumna Chusri Kiatkajornkul, appointed President at RATCH Group Public Company Limited, on Wednesday 25 August.
News About LSBF
iBosses Group is Asia’s fastest-growing entrepreneur development platform, dedicated to inspiring and leading potential entrepreneurs in pursuit of success through training programmes.
News About LSBF
The agreement will see LSBF and Trevisan Business School working together to bring programmes to Brazil. These will be made available to Trevisan’s students through online and on-campus delivery.
News About LSBF
VR has become recognised as a crucial tool in enabling students to gain the skills they need in the modern workplace, and LSBF is now optimising the technology for the remote ‘on-line’ classroom. Education is expected to become the 4th biggest sector for VR investments[1], predicted to be a $200 million industry by 2020, and $700 million by 2025.
April 2014
LSBF’s Global MBA and MA in Finance and Investment programmes were featured in a Gulf News article on careers in Islamic Finance on Wednesday, 9 April.
August 2018
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article on the 2018 Women in Finance Scholarship. Recipient Monica Carrasco studied a post-graduate course in Financial Risk Management.
September 2020
On Monday 14 September London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Analytics Week as one of the 21 best fintech and finance YouTube channels to subscribe to.
March 2012
Sahar Ata, a senior lecturer on Islamic Finance spoke to the Islamic online newspaper, Zawya on the development of the Islamic finance market.
Sahar Ata said: "Egypt will be a great force in steering Islamic finance in a different direction. We will see the development of new products as the market which Islamic finance will serve is a different clientele, and will be needed to solve different problems. Al Azhar University in Cairo should play a role in developing Islamic finance in the country,"
November 2018
On Monday 12 November Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted in The PIE News exploring accountancy and finance education. LSBF was mentioned as one of the providers successfully adapting to new ways of learning.
May 2019
On Friday 3 May The PIE News published this article about education in finance and accounting. Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted about considering a career in global accounting.
News About LSBF
LSBF Executive Education hosts “The World of Investment Banking” seminar
LSBF EE SeminarThe seminar covered different areas and topics relevant to international finance professionals, including mergers & acquisitions, leveraged finance, equity capital markets, debt capital markets, restructuring and the trend of anti-consolidation.
September 2020
On Tuesday 1 September London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article published in Cision about alumnus David MacLeod, appointed as Senior Finance Business Partner at Allergy Standards.
April 2021
Dr Martin Lukavec, Senior Lecturer in Finance at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted in this article about accounting for a virtual CFO included in the ‘The Future CFO’ report published in Raconteur on Wednesday 28 April.
August 2021
On Sunday 7 August, Dr Martin Lukavec, Senior Lecturer in Finance at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted in this article about quantum computing published in FS Tech.
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November 2013
UKTI's publication on UK Excellence in Islamic Finance featured a description of a selection of courses offered by LSBF on the subject.
December 2017
On Friday 22 December the Pune Mirror published this story about London School of Business and Finance's alumni Yousuf Irani.
November 2017
London School of Business and Finance published its tips for December ACCA exams in PQ Magazine on Tuesday 21 November
February 2018
On Wednesday 21 February PQ Magazine published London School of Business and Finance tips for ACCA exams.
February 2018
London School of Business and Finance's alumni Lukman Otunuga published this article in Thomson Reuters Zawya on Monday 26 February.
July 2018
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this Digital Journal article about services provided by Straker Translations on Monday 23 July.
November 2018
On Wednesday 21 November London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article in Sinproquim, regarding an event to discuss partnerships in higher education.
October 2018
On Wednesday 10 October London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in PQ Magazine, in an article about the launch of LSBF's AAT TV.
April 2019
On Tuesday 2 April Business World announced the partnership between London School of Business and Finance in Singapore and University of Greenwich.
August 2019
On Friday 9 August London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about continuing education, published in Thrive Global.
February 2019
On Wednesday 27 February London School of Business and Finance's alumnus Lukman Otunuga was mentioned in FX Empire.
February 2019
QS WOW News announced the partnership between London School of Business and Finance in Singapore and iBosses Vietnam on Thursday 28 February
January 2019
On Tuesday 1 January PQ Magazine published these advice from Paul Merison, Director of ACCA at London School of Business and Finance.
January 2019
PQ Magazine announced the “Career in accountancy” event, organised in collaboration with London School of Business and Finance, on Wednesday 2 January.
March 2019
On Monday 4 March Study Travel Magazine reported the partnership between London School of Business and Finance and iBosses Vietnam.
October 2019
The PIE News published this news about London School of Business and Finance graduation ceremony, on Monday 2 October.
October 2019
On Friday 4 October FE News published this news about London School of Business and Finance graduation ceremony.
October 2019
On Tuesday 22 October Study Travel Magazine published this news about London School of Business and Finance graduation ceremony.
September 2019
On Monday 23 September Thrive Global mentioned London School of Business and Finance's Careers Report in this article about changing career.
January 2020
On Monday 20 January, London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in PQ Magazine about the 'your future in accountancy' career event.
June 2020
On Monday 1 June the printed edition of PQ Magazine announced the launch of the ‘Accounting Masterclass’ initiative by London School of Business and Finance.
August 2020
On Thursday 27 August this article in FX Empire featured London School of Business and Finance alumnus, Lukman Otunuga.
August 2020
The Sun News Online featured London School of Business and Finance alumna, Aliyu Galadima Saidu, on Monday 31 August.
March 2021
This article published in Longevity Life on Friday 26 March featured London School of Business and Finance alumnus Dr Reza Mia.
July 2021
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about African startup Sidebrief, published in Tech Cabal on Wednesday 14 July
June 2011
New FT ranking: GGSB's MSc Finance programme, also delivered at LSBF's London campus has been ranked 6th worldwide by the FT
August 2013
Finance lecturer at LSBF, Jonathan Price was interviewed by The Guardian newspaper this week for a story on investment policy and pension funds. To read the full article, click here.
October 2013
The National published an article on how London is seeking to establish itself as the European hub of Islamic finance including a supporting comment from LSBF’s Sahar Ata.
October 2013
Fin24, South Africa’s leading and biggest source of business, economics and finance news, published a news piece on the E.L.I.T.E.S Management and Leadership tour of South Africa.
May 2014
LSBF hosting the Financial Trading Week for students of its GGSB MSc in Finance programme was covered in the May 2014 edition of NQ Magazine.
July 2015
London School of Business and Finance, and the educational and professional opportunities the institution presents to students, was featured in Say Campus Life on Tuesday, 21 July.
November 2015
Jobseekers portal Egomnia’s new partnership with London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) was chronicled in Linkiesta (in Italian) on Monday, 30 November.
August 2017
London School of Business and Finance Executive Education signed an agreement with LEORON Institute Professional Development Courses in the Middle East. The announcement was mentioned across different media:
Yahoo! Finance
WallStreet Select
US Press Association
Collaboration Technologies
VB Profiles
Company Spotlight
Spoke
June 2017
On Friday 30 June Daily Mirror Sri Lanka announced the Memorandum of Understanding signed by London School of Business and Finance Singapore with Swiss Hospitality School.
September 2017
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about the Chief Minister Good Governance Fellowship Programme (CMGGF) on Sunday 10 September in The New Indian Express.
April 2018
On Friday 27 April London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in PQ Magazine, announcing the career-focused conference planned for June 11.
August 2018
The “Being Global – Futureproof Your Career” conference, arranged with London School of Business and Finance, was mentioned in PQ Magazine published on Tuesday 7 August.
August 2018
London School of Business and Finance Careers Report was mentioned in this article about changing career, published on Friday 10 August in Marketing Week.
August 2018
On Saturday 11 August, London School of Business and Finance’s alumna Dabota Lawson was featured in this article in The Guardian Nigeria, about the beauty industry in Nigeria.
December 2018
On Thursday 27 December The PIE News announced London School of Business and Finance Global Accounting initiative, combining top Academic Awards with Professional ACCA qualification.
July 2018
On Thursday 5 July London School of Business and Finance and InterActive Pro were mentioned on the PQ Magazine website, announcing the launch of AAT Level 4 course.
June 2018
On Monday 4 June - London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in PQ Magazine; speaking of the 'Being Global' conference planned for Monday 11 June.
March 2018
Paul Merison, Director of ACCA at London School of Business and Finance, was mentioned in this article in the April issue of the printed magazine, with regards to a paper published for the March exam.
May 2018
On Tuesday 22 May - London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in PQ Magazine; speaking of the 'Being Global' conference planned for Monday 11 June.
November 2018
On Thursday 1 November, Martin Jones, Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, shared tips and advice on the Strategic Business Report exam in PQ Magazine.
November 2018
On Friday 2 November the launch of the LSBF App by London School of Business and Finance was featured in the latest issue of the QS WOW News magazine.
November 2018
This article published in Mirage News on Thursday 29 November mentions London School of Business and Finance e with regards to a Study Tour organised by Curtin University.
October 2018
London School of Business and Finance, was mentioned in this article about the International Telematic University Uninettuno published in University World News on Saturday 20 October 2018.
September 2018
London School of Business and Finance alumnus Lukman Otunuga was mentioned in this Monday 3 September 2018 article from FX Empire on the week's market themes.
September 2018
On Monday 11 September, London School of Business and Finance alumnus Lukman Otunuga published this article on US-China relations for Thomson Reuters Zawya.
September 2018
On Thursday 6 September, London School of Business and Finance alumna Camilo Villalba was mentioned on West website as Chief Operating Officer of Blueberries SAS.
April 2019
Brigita Petrova, tutor at London School of Business and Finance and winner of the 2019 PQ Award for Lecturer of the Year was interviewed for the April edition of PQ Magazine.
April 2019
Drs Peter Jansen, principal lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted in The Times supplement Raconteur about climate change, published on Thursday 4 April.
April 2019
On Monday 8 April London School of Business and Finance’s Career Report was mentioned in this article about recruitment tips for millennials published in European CEO.
August 2019
On Saturday 31 August, Guardian Woman Nigeria, published this interview with female entrepreneur, Ibironke Shileola, who undertook a postgraduate degree at London School of Business and Finance.
December 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article published by Terra on Thursday 19 December about Brazilian business school, Trevisan Escola de Negocios.
February 2019
On Tuesday 12 February Education Investor Global announced the launch of London School of Business and Finance Global Bundling initiative, publishing the news in the printed edition of the magazin.
February 2019
London School of Business and Finance was featured in the latest issues of Education Investor Global printed magazine. LSBF was mentioned within an interview with Aaron Etingen, GUS CEO.
February 2019
The partnership between London School of Business and Finance in Singapore and iBosses Vietnam, to deliver ACCA courses in the country, was reported in FE News on Monday 25 February
January 2019
On Wednesday 23 January London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Dien Dan, announcing a strategic cooperation on international financial management training with iBosses Vietnam.
January 2019
On Tuesday 29 January London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Vietnam.net, announcing a strategic cooperation on international financial management training with iBosses Vietnam.
July 2019
On Thursday 11 July London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Forex Time, announcing Lukman Otunuga’s financial markets analysis.
June 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about a partnership with Pearl Academy in India, published in Business Standard on Tuesday 25 June.
March 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in AIA Worldwide in this feature about the winners at the PQ Awards 2019, published on Friday 1 March.
March 2019
On Wednesday 6 March London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in FE News, as one of the finalists shortlisted for the Study Resource of the Year award at the PQ Awards 2019.
November 2019
On Friday 8 November London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in FE News, as it was announced that LSBF became a member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
November 2019
On Friday 8 November London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in FE News, as it was announced that LSBF became a member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
October 2019
PQ Magazine announced that London School of Business and Finance was recognised by AAT for its high pass rate, in a news published on Tuesday 1 October.
October 2019
Brigita Petrova, Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, published this article about how to manage performances in the print edition of PQ Magazine on Tuesday 1 October.
October 2019
On Monday 28 October, London School of and Finance was mentioned in Corriere del Veneto, as LSBF alumna, Angela Dall'Oglio, was interviewed on her study experience in London.
September 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned on Sunday 15 September in this article published in Exame, about the partnership with Trevisan Escola de Negocios in Brazil.
February 2020
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in the printed edition of PQ Magazine on Saturday 1 February regarding LSBF's event 'Your Future in Accountancy'.
January 2020
On Friday 24 January, PQ Magazine announced that London School of Business and Finance is offering free Virtual Reality headsets to its online students,.
January 2020
PQ Magazine, published on Wednesday 1 January, announced that London School of Business and Finance has become a member of the Association to Advanced Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
January 2020
On Friday 24 January, PQ Magazine announced that London School of Business and Finance is offering free Virtual Reality headsets to its online students.
January 2020
On Saturday 15 January, FE News and QS WOW News revealed that London School of Business and Finance is offering Virtual Reality headsets to its online students.
January 2020
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Education Technology on Friday 31 January regarding the free Virtual Reality headsets its giving to its online students.
News About LSBF
LSBF’s Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) courses are combined with business or finance related degree programmes from international higher education providers.
News About LSBF
LSBF Singapore launches two new programmes to support digital transformation
London School of Business and Finance in Singapore (LSBF) recently launched two new programmes: Certificate in Digital Marketing and Certificate in Cyber Security for Managers.
News About LSBF
LSBF EE launches Emerging Technologies course at MTEX London 2019
London School of Business and Finance Executive Education (LSBF EE) took part in the Marketing Technology Expo event at ExCel London, Europe's leading Martech event.
March 2020
This printed publication of PQ Magazine published on Sunday 1 March mentioned London School of Business and Finance’s ACCA course giveaway.
March 2020
Terra announced that London School of Business and Finance and Trevisan Escola de Negócios have launched the Global Executive MBA with a dual degree on Thusday 19 March
May 2020
On Friday 1 May Joel Romaner, Senior Tutor at London School of Business and Finance, reviewed March’s AFM exam in the printed edition of PQ Magazine
May 2020
On Thursday 14 May London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Forex Time about the upcoming webinar hosted by alumnus Lukman Otununga.
May 2020
QS WOW News reported that London School of Business and Finance launched a free online programme, the ‘Introduction to Global Public Health’ on Monday 18 May.
May 2020
QS WOW News reported that London School of Business and Finance launched a free online programme, 'Introduction to Global Public Health', on Monday 18 May.
June 2020
PQ Magazine published this article by Paul Merison, Director of ACCA courses at London School of Business and Finance, about how to study online on Monday 1 June.
July 2020
On Monday 13 July London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Digital Market News, in this article listing the top 25 blockchain and cryptocurrency speakers.
August 2020
On Friday 14 August 2020 London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article in Catraca Livre listing institutions who offer distance learning programmes.
August 2020
On Tuesday 25 August This Day published this article about London School of Business and Finance alumnus Emmanuel Odemayowa, Managing Director of Deluxe Residences Limited.
September 2020
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about alumnus Jongsuwat Angsuvarnsiri, Managing Director at SAC Gallery, published in Prestige Online on Wednesday 9 September.
October 2020
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in the by-line of this article by Professor Maurits van Rooijen, published in University World News on Saturday 17 October.
November 2020
Dr Elaine Garcia, Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, was interviewed by We Are The City as part of the 'Inspirational Women' series on Monday 29 November.
December 2020
On Thursday 17 December London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article in FXEmpire about alumnus Lukman Otunuga, hosting a webinar about global financial markets.
January 2021
On Wednesday 6 January HRM Guide published this article about mentoring by Dr Phil Renshaw is Senior Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance.
January 2021
London School of Business and Finance alumna, Mories Atoki, CEO of the African Business Coalition for Health, was featured in this article in The National Online on Friday 15 January.
February 2021
On Wednesday 24 February London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article in Pulse Nigeria about alumna Onyi Moss, now a songwriter and photographer.
April 2021
On Monday 26 April London School of Business and Finance alumna, Oluwatoyin Aralepo, was mentioned in this article in Nairametrics as one of the speakers for The Money Conference Lagos 2021.
May 2021
On Monday 24 May Jonathan Price, visiting Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, was interviewed by Primary Market TV about SPACs and IPOs.
August 2021
On Monday 9 August London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in these articles in Nairametrics and Pro Share about Wema Bank Plc launching the SME Business School.
August 2021
Arab News mentioned London School of Business and Finance in this article announcing the launch of SME Business School by Wema Bank Plc, published on Tuesday 10 August.
LSBF Press Releases
LSBF launches Accounting Masterclass for ACCA students
London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) has announced the launch of a new initiative, Accounting Masterclass, with the aim of providing additional online support for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) students in the current situation.
LSBF Press Releases
LSBF launches free ‘Introduction to Global Public Health’ programme
London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) has announced the launch of ‘Introduction to Global Public Health’, a free programme promoting awareness and knowledge of public health topics on a worldwide scale.
August 2011
New Masters Ranking: Grenoble Graduate School of Business's Masters in Finance, delivered at LSBF's London campus and GGSB's campus in Grenoble, has been ranked ninth in the world in its category by the Financial Times.
October 2012
London School of Business and Finance was listed as one of the 10 remaining institutions for the London Metropolitan Clearing House after a further 2 private institutions have been dropped.
July 2014
LSBF nominated for National Business Awards 2014
LSBF being shortlisted as a finalist at the National Business Awards 2014 under the ‘Inflexion International Growth Business of the Year’ category was featured in Yahoo Finance,FinanzNachrichten and iStockAnalyst, on 17 July, 2014.
October 2016
Professor Maurits van Rooijen, Rector and CEO at London School of Business and Finance, reflects on how extrapreneurship is the future of entrepreneurship to drive commercial success in this article published in The Huffington Post on Wednesday 19 October.
February 2017
On Thursday 16 February London School of Business and Finance alumnus and FXTM research analyst Lukman Otunuga has been interviewed by The Cable on the devaluation of Nigerian naria and Central Bank of Nigeria’s strategy.
July 2017
On Monday 31 July London School of Business and Finance in Singapore was mentioned in this article in Business Standard, about students completing their International Hospitality Management course studying through Chennais Amirta International Institute of Hotel Management.
July 2017
On Monday 31 July London School of Business and Finance in Singapore was mentioned in this article in New Kerala, about students completing their International Hospitality Management course studying through Chennais Amirta International Institute of Hotel Management.
June 2017
On Friday 9 June Isto E' Dinheiro published this article, about the outcome and possible consequence of UK General Election, featuring comments from Professor Maurits Van Rooijen, Rector of London School of Business and Finance.
November 2017
On Friday 17 November Professor Dr Maurits van Rooijen, Rector at London School of Business and Finance (LSBF), published this article in The Huffington Post, about the career benefit brought by a study abroad experience.
November 2017
Seun Akinyelu, London School of Business and Finance’s alumni, was interviewed on Friday 10 November in The Guarduan Nigeria regarding a conference as part of efforts to drive the Nigerian economy towards greater efficiency.
November 2017
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article in Al-Fanar Media about New York University in Abu Dhabi as one of the higher education institutions present in the region, published on Sunday 12 November.
October 2017
On Monday 2 October PQ Magazine reported London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) Online’s initiative to offer free online tuition for the AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate, delivered online by InterActive.
October 2017
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article in Business In Cameroon looking at the listing for the “Choiseul 100 Africa 2017: Economic Leaders for Tomorrow”, with LSBF’s alumni Bony Dashaco ranking 9th in this edition, on Wednesday 4 October.
October 2017
The November printed edition of PQ Magazine reported London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) Online’s initiative to offer free online tuition for the AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate, delivered online by InterActive.
September 2017
On Tuesday 5 September YNaija News London School of Business and Finance alumni Obabiyi Fagade was mentioned in this article announcing the #YNaijaPowerList 2017, as one of the most influential young Nigerians under 40 in business.
September 2017
Paul Merison, ACCA Director at London School of Business and Finance, is featured in the October issues of PQ Magazine published on Wednesday 20 September. He writes about ACCA exams pass rate and how to prepare for better result.
September 2017
Paul Merison, ACCA Director at London School of Business and Finance, was mentioned in this article about KPMG on Thursday 28 September in AccountingWeb. Paul is quoted in the article, referring to a letter published in the Financial Times
April 2018
On Tuesday 10 April, Lukman Otunuga, London School of Business and Finance alumni, published this article on the future of global equity firms in the modern climate for Thomas Reuters Zawya.
August 2018
ACCA Student Accountant Magazine
Comments from Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at the London School of Business and Finance, were included in this article published by ACCA Student Accountant Magazine on Wednesday 1 August.
August 2018
On Tuesday 7 August, the launch of AAT Level 4 for London School of Business and Finance was announced in PQ Magazine. Rob Sowerby, Professional Courses Director, was quoted as he spoke of the benefits of the new course.
August 2018
On Friday 3 August Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director of Certificate and Corporate Programmes at London School of Business and Finance, published this article in We Are The City about how to write an effective CV.
August 2018
On Friday 17 August, London School of Business and Finance's 2015 Careers Report was mentioned in this article by AAT Comment, about how to handle a mid-life career change.
December 2018
On Monday 10 December Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director Certificate and Corporate programmes at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted in The Daily Telegraph in this article about adaptability in the workplace.
December 2018
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this news in PQ Magazine on Thursday 13 December, announcing the ‘Career in accountancy” event planned for January 2019, in collaboration with AAT and ACCA.
December 2018
On Thursday 13 December Education Investor Global announced London School of Business and Finance Global Accounting initiative, combining top Academic Awards with Professional ACCA qualification.
December 2018
The news published in PQ Magazine on Friday 21 December announces the launch of the Global Bundling initiative, combining ACCA qualification provided by London School of Business and Finance with top academic degrees and MScs.
January 2018
On Wednesday 3 January Rob Sowerby, director of professional courses at London School of Business and Finance, was featured in the ACCA Student Accountant Magazine in this article about self study.
January 2018
On Monday 22 January Georgia Today announcement an agreement between London School of Business and Finance agreement and The British Georgian Chamber of Commerce (BGCC), to deliver Advanced Certificate Online Programs.
January 2018
On Friday 26 January London School of Business and Finance in Singapore was mentioned in this article in Markets Insider, announcing the launch of a new Diploma of Sustainable Operations, delivered in collaboration with the Australian Centre for Sustainability Studies and Training (ACSST).
January 2018
London School of Business and Finance in Singapore was mentioned in this article in Asia One, on Monday 26 January. The article announces the launch of a new Diploma of Sustainable Operations, delivered in collaboration with the Australian Centre for Sustainability Studies and Training (ACSST).
July 2018
Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at the London School of Business and Finance, was quoted in this Racounter Media feature about how to integrate sales in business strategy, published on Thursday 26 July.
July 2018
George Brown, Head of Employability and Careers at London School of Business and Finance, contributed comments to this advice article on career setbacks published in Friday Magazine (Gulf News) on Friday 27 July.
June 2018
On Friday 1 June - London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in the June issue of PQ Magazine; announcing the running of its award-winning Facebook Live sessions for the June ACCA exams and listing the times and details of each session.
June 2018
On Friday 1 June - London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in several articles of the June issue of PQ Magazine, announcing the career-focused "Future-proof" conference planned for June 11.
March 2018
On Monday 12 March, Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director of Executive Education at London School of Business and Finance, published this article in We Are The City, looking at how volunteering in certain roles can help women to reach board positions.
March 2018
On Monday 12 March, Small Business UK published this article by Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director of Executive Education at London School of Business and Finance, about the five essential quality entrepreneurs need to succeed.
March 2018
On Thursday 15 March,London School of Business and Finance’s alumni Lukman Otunuga published this article in Thomson Reuters Zawya about tariffs and production cuts in the steel industry.
May 2018
On Tuesday 1 May, London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in several articles of PQ Magazine, announcing the career-focused "Future-proof" conference planned for June 11.
May 2018
On Wednesday 2 May, Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director of Executive Education at London School of Business and Finance, was featured in a Women in Leadership article as one of the finalists at the 2017 Future Leaders Awards of Women in the City.
May 2018
On Wednesday 16 May, London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Nairametrics in reference to the succesful operations of Cement Copmany of Northern Nigeria Plc; which is run by CEO and LSBF alumni Alhaji Ibrahim Aminu.
May 2018
On Thursday 3 May, London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in several articles of PQ Magazine, announcing the career-focused "Future-proof" conference planned for June 11.
May 2018
On Tuesday 8 May, London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in the Swazi Observer in an article concerning the "Movers and Shakers" of the Swazi maize industry; one of whom is LSBF alumni and current CEO of the National Maize Corporation - Sabelo Msibi.
November 2018
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Power Technology on Friday 2 November discussing the UK fracking industry, with comments from principal lecturer Drs Peter Jansen explaining the environmental effects.
November 2018
Obabiyi Fagade, London School of Business and Finance’s alumnus, was mentioned in this article by YNaija.com on Thursday 15 November as one of the most influential young Nigerians under 40.
October 2018
On Monday 22 October London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article, published in Consultancy UK, announcing the appointment of former student Paul Hawtin as Head of HR for CBRE.
September 2018
Career advice from London School of Business and Finance's own Managing Director of Certificate and Corporate Programmes, Dessy Ohanians, was featured in this We Are The City article on Wednesday 5 September. Dessy's article focused on interview preparation and presentation.
September 2018
This BBC 3 article, from Thursday 6 September 2018, on 54% of millenials saying they want to change their careers, mentions the 2015 London School of Business and Finance study discovering this statistics.
September 2018
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article from 19 September concerning the appointment of LSBF alumnus Dr. Rahul Gupta as Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Health Officer at the March of Dimes.
April 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this interview with Adetola Nola, LSBF’s alumnus and innovative entrepreneur who founded Veritasi Homes, published in Vanguard Nigeria on Friday 5 April.
April 2019
Alexandra Gray, Senior Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted in this feature about the importance of emotional intelligence for accountants published in the April edition of ACCA Student Accountant Magazine.
April 2019
On Tuesday 16 April London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this news in ForexTime.com announcing the upcoming market analysis webinar hosted by LSBF‘s alumnus Lukman Otunuga.
August 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article by former student Petrus Exile Ya Nuuyoma, discussing the ‘Fourth Industrial Revolution’ in Namibian economy, pubished in New Era Live on Friday 2 August.
August 2019
On Monday 12 August London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article, announcing the next ‘Market Analysis’ webinar to be hosted by LSBF’s alumnus Lukman Otunuga, published in FX Empire.
August 2019
On Thursday 29 August, Hr guru, published this article regarding Independent Professionals David Tan's visit to London School of Business and Finance to dicuss active career planning and how to optimize their time while in school, with LSBF students.
December 2019
On Friday 13 December Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted about office Christmas parties. His comments were shared in Metro and The Media HQ.
December 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in La Nacion on Wednesday 18 December, about alumnus Juan José Delgado, who was interviewed about digital transformation and how curiosity and restlessness are vital in entrepreneurship.
December 2019
On Wednesday 18 December PQ Magazine announced that London School of Business and Finance has joined forces to offer a unique insight into how to fast-forward a career in accountancy.
December 2019
On Friday 13 December Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted about office Christmas parties. His comments were shared in Metro and The Media HQ.
February 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article featured in the monthly issue of PQ Magazine published on Friday 1 February, regarding the “Careers in accountancy” event in collaboration with AAT and ACCA.
February 2019
The latest issues of Student Accountant Magazine, published on Wednesday 6 February, features an article about the importance of ethics in accountancy. Rob Sowerby, Professional Courses Director at London School of Business and Finance, is quoted in the article.
February 2019
On Tuesday 12 February Punch mentioned London School of Business and Finance alumnus Oluwatoyin Aralepo, recenlty appointed Chief Financial Officer of Cellulant, a Pan-African financial technology service provider.
February 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this news about alumnus Oluwatoyin Aralepo, the new Chief Financial Officer of Cellulant. The article was published in The Nation on Wednesday 13 February.
January 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article featured in the monthly issue of PQ Magazine published on Tuesday 1 January, announcing the “Careers in accountancy” event planned for January 2019, in collaboration with AAT and ACCA.
July 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about a partnership with Talentedge, focusing on providing interactive virtual learning for students, published in Express Computer on Tuesday 2 July.
July 2019
Mr Michael Akinwale, the General Manager of Rally Trade Nigeria, mentioned London School of Business and Finance in his interview published in This Day Live on Thursday 18 July.
July 2019
On Friday 19 July London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in We Are The City, featuring Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director of Certificate and Corporate Programmes at LSBF, discussing the importance of volunteering.
July 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this interview with Dabota Lawson, entrepreneur and Chief Executive of Dabota Cosmestics, who studied accounting and business at LSBF, published in Sun News Online on Sunday 28 July.
June 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this news about the partnership between Global University Systems and UPES in India, published in Outlook The News Scroll on Tuesday 4 June.
June 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this news about the partnership between Global University Systems and Pearl Academy, published in Outlook The News Scroll on Thursday 6 June.
June 2019
London School of Business and Finance' MoU with Trevisan Business School in Brazil was mentioned in The PIE News, on Friday 7 June. The piece features quotes from LSBF's Managing Director Certificate and Corporate Programmes Dessy Ohanians.
March 2019
On Friday 1 March London School of Business and Finance was featured in three articles published in the monthly issues PQ Magazine, with regards to the Careers in Accountancy event held in January.
March 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Arab News on Friday 1 March, about alumnus Amr Banaja, CEO of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority.
May 2019
Christophe Barel, part-time lecturer at London School of Business and Finance in Singapore, was featured in this interview about tackling financial crime in the APAC market, published on Wednesday 22 May in Financier Worldwide.
May 2019
Dr Peter Jansen, Principal Lecturer at the London School of Business and Finance, was quoted i this feature about sustainability in business published in The Daily Telegraph on Tuesday 28 May.
November 2019
On Thursday 28 November Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at London School of Business and Finance, was featured in Metro, providing tips on how to control your finances over the festive period.
November 2019
On Wednesday 13 November PQ Magazine announced that London School of Business and Finance had become a member of the 'Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business' (AACSB), comments were featured by Rathakrishnan Govind, LSBF Global CEO.
November 2019
On Thursday 21 November Cormac Austin, Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, was published in Elite Business, discussing Black Friday and the effect it’s having on the UK retail industry.
November 2019
On Friday 15 November Information Management, published this article about Artificial Intelligence, written by Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance.
November 2019
On Friday 15 November Information Management, published this article about Artificial Intelligence, written by Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance.
November 2019
On Friday 15 November, it was announced in QS WOW News, that London School of Business and Finance became a member of the 'Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business'. The news included quotes from Rathakrishnan Govind, Global CEO at LSBF.
November 2019
On Wednesday 13 November PQ Magazine announced that London School of Business and Finance had become a member of the 'Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business' (AACSB), comments were featured by Rathakrishnan Govind, LSBF Global CEO.
October 2019
This article by Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director Corporate and Certificate Programmes at London School of Business and Finance about coaching and mentoring, was published in Open Access Government on Thursday 3 October.
October 2019
On Monday 28 October London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Forex Time about Lukman Otunuga who hosted a free forex webinar providing a market analysis.
October 2019
On Wednesday 23 October, London School of and Finance was mentioned in CNP Partners, regarding LSBF alumuns Javier Santacruz's IEAF-FEF session, in which he provided a financial analysis on the consequences of Brexit for the United Kingdom.
September 2019
On Tuesday 3 September London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in the Metro, featuring comments from Dessy Ohanians, MD Corporate & Certificate Programmes at LSBF, on how to write an efficient to-do list.
September 2019
On Wednesday 4 September Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director Corporate and Certificate Programmes at London School of Business and Finance was quoted in this article about how to create an efficent to-do list, publishhed in Twittermash.
September 2019
Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director Corporate and Certificate Programmes at London School of Business and Finance wrote this article about coaching and mentoring for Open Access Government, published on Tuesday 10 September.
February 2020
London School of Business and Finance's initative to offer its online students free Virtual Reality headsets was reported in the monthly print edition of PQ Magazine on Saturday 1 February.
February 2020
London School of Business and Finance hosted the ‘Your Future in Accountancy’ career event, in collaboration with PQ Magazine. The successful initiative was reported in the following media on Tuesday 11 February:
February 2020
On Friday 21 February PQ Magazine announced that London School of Business and Finance has joined forces with PQ Magazine to give away 10 ACCA home classroom courses.
February 2020
PQ Magazine listed London School of Business and Finance as winner of ‘Best use of Social Media’ at the annual PQ Magazine Awards 2020 in this article published on Thursday 27 February
January 2020
On Wednesday 15 January, FE News reported that London School of Business and Finance is offering free Virtual Reality headsets to its online students, promoting soft skills through a public speaking module.
January 2020
Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director Certificate and Corporate Programmes at London School of Business and Finance, published this article about the benefits of team and individual coaching in Open Access Government on Friday 10 January.
January 2020
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in the January edition of Study Travel Magazine published on Wednesday 1 January, regarding LSBF’S graduation ceremony for its distance learning students in London.
January 2020
PQ Magazine mentioned London School of Business and Finance tutors regarding their support in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s charity on the magazine published on Wednesday 1 January
January 2020
The PIE News, Study Travel Magazine, BUILA
On Monday 17 January London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in The PIE News, Study Travel Magazine and BUILA regarding LSBF's initative to offer free Virtual Reality headsets to its online students.
March 2020
The monthly edition of Study Travel Magazine published on Sunday 1 March announced London School of Business and Finance’s initiative to offer free virtual reality headsets to its online students.
March 2020
On Sunday 1 Marched in the monthly edition of PQ Magazine, tutors from London School of Business and Finance discussed how to best prepare to pass the Performance Management ACCA exam.
March 2020
Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Training at London School of Business and Finance, discussed the importance of data science in this article published on Sunday 1 March in the printed edition of PQ Magazine
March 2020
London School of Business and Finance’s initiative to give online students free virtual-reality headsets, was mentioned in this article published in the printed magazine of Education Technology on Sunday 1 March
March 2020
On Sunday 8 March We Are The City quoted Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director of Certificate and Corporate programmes at London School of Business and Finance, in this feature dedicated to International Women’s Day
March 2020
Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director of Certificate and Corporate programmes at London School of Business and Finance was quoted emphasizing the importance of human relationships in this feature by Squirrels & Bears published on Sunday 8 March
March 2020
Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted in this article about the Bank of England cuts to interest rates published in Property Week on Thursday 19 March
March 2020
In this article published in PA Life on Friday 20 March, Denisse Diaz, Marketing Director at London School of Business and Finance, discussed how to stay productive when working from home.
March 2020
London School of Business and Finance and Trevisan Escola de Negócios announced the launch of a dual-degree Global Executive MBA. The news was reported by Segs on Tuesday 24 March
April 2020
The news published in PQ Magazine on Wednesday 1 April reported that London School of Business and Finance won ‘Best Use of Social Media’ at the PQ Awards 2020 with ‘LSBF TV’.
April 2020
In this article published in PA Life on Monday 6 April, Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance, shared tips on how to remain connected while being socially isolated.
April 2020
Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director of Certificate and Corporate Programmes at London School of Business and Finance, discussed the impact of COVID-19 on businesses and how to adapt to the challenge in this article published in Virus and Crisis Magazine on Tuesday 7 April.
April 2020
On Thursday 9 April Engage Employee published this article by Denisse Diaz, Marketing Director for London School of Business and Finance, discussing how to remain productive while working from home during COVID-19.
April 2020
In this article published by Incentive & Motivation on Monday 20 April Denisse Diaz, Marketing Director of London School of Business and Finance and London Academy of Trading, discussed how to remain productive during COVID-19.
April 2020
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article published on Friday 24 April in PQ Magazine about Lubna Farhan, who participated in the ‘Your Future in Accountancy’ conference organised by LSBF and PQ Magazine.
April 2020
On Tuesday 28 April, Study Travel Network announced that London School of Business and Finance announced the launch of a dual-degree, Global Executive MBA, in collaboration with Trevisan Escola de Negócios, a Brazilian institution.
May 2020
In this article published on Friday 1 May in the monthly edition of PQ Magazine Zahid Ahmed, Tutor at London School of Business and Finance, explained the Enterprise Investment Scheme, the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme, and venture capital trust
May 2020
This article published on Tuesday 12 May in Study Travel Magazine reported the launch of the initiative ‘Accounting Masterclass’ by London School of Business and Finance, to support ACCA students with dedicated online sessions
May 2020
Denisse Diaz, Marketing Director for London School of Business and Finance and London Academy of Trading, published this article about how to stay entertained during lockdown on Monday 18 May in We Are The City.
May 2020
On Friday 15 May FE News announced that London School of Business and Finance launched the ‘Introduction to Global Public Health’ free online programme. Christopher Jasko, Academic Lead at LSBF, was quoted outlining the content and outcome of the course.
May 2020
On Monday 18 May Denisse Diaz, Marketing Director for London School of Business and Finance and London Academy of Trading, published this article about how to stay entertained during lockdown in We Are The City
May 2020
Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance, published this article about using AI and analytics for SMEs in Techerati on Tuesday 19 May.
May 2020
On Monday 25 May Vanguard Nigeria mentioned London School of Business and Finance in this article about alumnus Abobade Idris Olalekan, who has launched a record label.
May 2020
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about alumnus Emmanuel Mutuma, now Chief Executive Officer of online job site BrighterMonday, published in Daily Nation on Friday 29 May.
June 2020
On Tuesday 2 June Nairobi Wire London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this interview with alumnus Emmanuel Mutuma, now Chief Executive Officer of online job site BrighterMonday and a board member of the Marketing Society of Kenya.
June 2020
On Wednesday 3 June London School of Business and Finance alumnus Lukman Otunuga was mentioned in this article about the webinar ‘Market’s themes to watch out for’ published in Forex Time
June 2020
On Friday 26 June Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance, published this article about the technology and use of track & tracing apps to fight COVID-19 in Med-Tech Innovation
July 2020
On Monday 6 July Accountancy Today published this article by Rob Sowerby, Professional courses Director at London School of Business and Finance, about professional learning and training after the pandemic.
July 2020
Business Review mentioned London School of Business and Finance alumna, Sorin Elisei, who was appointed as a Director within the specialised practice in the energy and natural resources industry by Deloitte Romania, on Tuesday 14 July.
August 2020
St James’s Place Entrepreneur Club
On Sunday 30 August comments by Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance, were included in this article about productivity during the pandemic published in St James’s Place Entrepreneur Club.
September 2020
On Monday 14 September London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about former student Sorin Elisei, Director of Deloitte Romania. Focus Energetic reported his participation in the “At a coffee with Gabi Moroianu” series of interviews.
October 2020
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Business Cool on Monday 12 October, in this article about former student Sophie Gay appointed as Deputy DGA Programs and International at NEOMA.
October 2020
On Monday 19 October London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in Your Story, in this article about former student Naina Parekh, founder of EUME, a brand that specialises in luggage.
November 2020
On Wednesday 25 November London School of Business and Finance alumnus, Dr Reza Mia, published this article in Longevity Live about how aesthetic treatments fit into a COVID-19 world.
December 2020
Continuity Central published this article about strategy in difficult times by James Graham, Senior Associate at London School of Business and Finance Executive Education, on Wednesday 2 December.
December 2020
On Friday 18 December London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this interview published in Nigerian Tribune with Oluwabukunmi Oyebisi Adeaga-Ilori, influencer and entertainment specialist who studied marketing at LSBF.
January 2021
On Wednesday 6 January Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at London School of Business and Finance, was quoted on Accounting Web about what the Brexit deal means for accountancy.
January 2021
This article published in We Are The City on Thursday 7 January by Dr Elaine Garcia, Lecturer with the London School of Business and Finance, discussed balancing personal and professional social media identities.
February 2021
On Monday 1 February Regwana Uddin, Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, published this article on the importance of keeping track of time during exams in the printed edition of PQ Magazine.
February 2021
London School of Business and Finance alumna, Cynthia Egwidu, was mentioned in this article in This Day Live on her appointment as an advisory board member of the Leading Edge Consulting Group, published on Thursday 11 February.
March 2021
On Wednesday 23 March Dr Elaine Garcia, Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, published this article abut women in engineering and tech professions in We Are Tech Women.
April 2021
This article published in PQ Magazine on Thursday 22 April mentioned London School of Business and Finance as a shortlisted finalist across 3 categories for the PQ Magazine Awards 2021.
April 2021
On Friday 30 April, PQ Magazine reported the winners of the PQ Awards 2021 featuring Regwana Uddin, Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, winner of the Accountancy Lecturer of the Year award.
May 2021
The article published on Tuesday 4 May in Education Today announced the finalists for the Education Resources Awards 2021 featuring Nigel Tomlinson, Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance, who was shortlisted in the Leadership in Education category.
May 2021
On Wednesday 19 May London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article in The New Indian Express about former student Rajeev Nair, recently appointed HR specialist within the Adjutant General’s Corps of the British Army.
May 2021
Fabio Carvalho, alumnus at London School of Business and Finance now Digital Marketing Specialist at CCV Switzerland, published this article about future means of payment in IT Finanzmagazine on Thursday 6 May.
May 2021
On Monday 31 May Cyprus Times reported on a collaboration betweenLondon School of Business and Finance announced and Frederick University Training and Examination Centre to offer preparation for ACCA exams.
May 2021
London School of Business and Finance announced a collaboration with Frederick University Training and Examination Centre to offer preparation for ACCA exams, as reported in Paideia News on Monday 31 May.
June 2021
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article reporting the winners at the PQ Awards 2021, including Regwana Uddin as Private Sector Accountancy Lecturer of the Year, published in PQ Magazine on Tuesday 1 June.
June 2021
On Tuesday 1 June City Sigmalive reported that London School of Business and Finance announced a collaboration with Frederick University Training and Examination Centre to offer preparation for ACCA exams.
June 2021
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article in Guardian Nigeria about alumna Shileola Ibironke, MD and CEO of the Micromedia Group of Companies, published on Saturday 12 June.
June 2021
On Wednesday 16 London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about Shileola Ibironke, former LSBF student and MD and CEO of the Micromedia Group of Companies published in Bella Naija.
August 2021
On Tuesday 31 August London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article in FE News on how to gain business skills when you can’t enrol in business university.
September 2021
This printed article by Brigita Petrova, Tutor at London School of Business and Finance, discussed how students should decide in which order they take the examinations in the September issues of PQ Magazine published on Wednesday 1 September.
June 2022
This printed article by Brigita Petrova, Tutor at London School of Business and Finance, discussed 10 reasons why students fail APM in June of PQ Magazine published on Monday 6 June.
April 2023
This PQ Magazine article, published on Tuesday 25 April, highlighted the noteworthy achievement of Aaron Etingen, CEO of the London School of Business and Finance (LSBF), who was honoured with the Editor's Lifetime Award. Read more.
September 2017
LSBF Online to offer free AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate
On Monday 4 September London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) Online announced free online tuition for the AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate to help students work towards a recognised accountancy qualification.
The announcement was covered across different media:
Yahoo! Finance
VB Profiles
Digital PR
US Press Association
Tech News Arm
LSBF Press Releases
This year’s Graduation Ceremony was an opportunity for us at London School of Business and Finance to finally meet our online master’s students. The pandemic posed new challenges for us as online education became the norm, but it created the digital space for us to expand our remote learning programmes when the world needed accessible education.
LSBF Press Releases
LSBF holds graduation ceremony for its online students
London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) held a graduation ceremony in London for its distance learning students on Friday 20 September. Students from 25 countries attended the event, where they celebrated their academic accomplishments with family, friends, and the tutors who accompanied them throughout their learning journey.
LSBF Press Releases
Virtual Reality Vision for LSBF
London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) is offering all of its online postgraduate students a new way to gain world-class public speaking skills via virtual reality (VR) headsets, integrating the latest technologies into their learning experience.
LSBF Press Releases
LSBF and Trevisan launch Global Executive MBA
London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) has announced the launch of the dual-degree Global Executive MBA, in collaboration with Trevisan Escola de Negócios. The programme, open to candidates from all Brazilian states, will start in the second semester of 2020.
April 2011
LSBF's historic partnership signing with Shanghai University to form a new institute, the Shanghai-London School of Business and Finance was covered in six Chinese newspapers (Shanghai Global Times, Qianlong, China Youth, China.com, Beelink) and broadcast on SAU TV.
July 2015
LSBF nominated for Education Investor Awards 2015
LSBF’s nomination as a finalist at the Education Investor Awards 2015, for the title of Education Business of the Year, was covered by many eminent publications:
- The Business Journals
- Yahoo Finance
- The Press Enterprise
- News9
- Atlanta Business Chronicle
- The Street
- Daily Herald
- Star Tribune
- Merrill Edge
- Wall Street Online
- Education Dive
November 2015
LSBF Great Minds with VTB Capital’s Masroor Haq
LSBF’s Great Minds series interview with VTB Capital Plc’s Masroor Haq was covered in several media outlets.
Some of the publications that featured the story were:
- Yahoo Finance
- MarketWatch
- New York Business Journal
- Atlanta Business Chronicle
- Wall Street Online
- The Telegraph (India)
September 2015
LSBF Great Minds featuring Unilever’s Kevin Havelock
The latest edition of LSBF’s Great Minds interview series, this time featuring Unilever’s Refreshments President Kevin Havelock, was widely covered in the media on Thursday, 3 September.
- MarketWatch
- International Business Times
- Yahoo Finance
- Wall Street Online
- Merrill Edge
- The Press Enterprise
- Star Tribune
- Street Insider
April 2017
A comment from Professor Maurits Van Rooijen, Rector at London School of Business and Finance, was featured in this Isto E' Dinheiro article about the Presidential election in France on Thursday 27 April. In his comment, he looks at the further risks for the EU stability that a victory of Marine Le Pen could cause.
July 2017
On Friday 14 July The Huffington Post published this article from Professor Maurits van Rooijen, Rector of London School of Business and Finance (LSBF). Looking at the recent results of the Teaching Excellence Framework, he analyses how the learning experience would benefit from a different approach aimed at making more enjoyable.
May 2017
London School of Business and Finance in Singapore was featured in The Middle Ground, on Friday 5 May. The article looks at how private provider manage to stay relevant and competitive, and features quotes from Dr Michael Cope, Director of Studies at LSBF.
May 2017
Professor Maurits van Rooijen, Rector of London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) was featured with this article in The Huffington Post on Tuesday 9 May. Looking at the anniversary of the ERASMUS programme, he looks at its impact on British students and how this could change due to Brexit.
August 2018
London School of Business and Finance in Singapore was mentioned in this article about the achievement of ACCA Silver Approved Learning Provider Status, and its partnership with Bridge Business College. The article was published in QS Asia WOW NEWS Magazine on Monday 6 August.
September 2018
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this Thursday 13 September article from Cayman News Service. The article announces LSBF alumna Sian Pairaudeau as the new Deputy Director of Labour Needs and Supply at the Workforce Opportunities and Residency Cayman (WORC) unit.
July 2019
Brigita Petrova, ACCA Lecturer at London School of Business and Finance and 'Lecturer of the Year' at the PQ Awads 2019, was interviewed about the similarities between studying for exams and running. The interview was published in the print edition of PQ Magazine, on Monday 1 July.
June 2019
QS WOW News announced a Memorandum of Understanding between London School of Business and Finance and Trevisan Business School in Brazil. The news, published on Wednesday 5 June, features quotes from Dessy Ohanians, Managing Director Certificate and Corporate Programmes at LSBF.
June 2019
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article announcing the appointment by the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) of alumnus Selby Sibeya to head its fund administrator stand-alone, Kuleni. The news was published in the Namibia Economist on Friday 14 June.
May 2019
PQ Magazine features this article by Brigita Petrova, Tutor at London School of Business and Finance, on the monthly issues of the magazine published on Wednesday May 1. The winner of the 2019 PQ Award for Tutor of the Year shares her advice on audit and assurance.
April 2020
PQ Magazine reported that London School of Business and Finance is offering a full live revision course for June to any ACCA students who were unable to take their exam due to the current situation, in this article published in the printed edition of the magazine on Wednesday 1 April.
April 2020
London School of Business and Finance was featured in this article about the ‘Your Future in Accountancy’ career event, featuring Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Studies at LSBF, as one of the speakers. The article was published in the printed edition of PQ Magazine released on Wednesday 1 April.
April 2020
On Monday 6 April i4.0 Today publsihed this article, Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance, about how the use of big data can help address the current situation in light of COVID-19
April 2020
LSBF announced dual-degree, Global Executive MBA, in collaboration with Trevisan Escola de Negócios
On Monday 20 April, London School of Business and Finance announced the launch of the dual-degree, Global Executive MBA, in collaboration with Trevisan Escola de Negócios. The news was reported in the following publications:
April 2020
On Tuesday 21 April Techerati published this article by Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance, in which she discussed ways in which technology can enable businesses to keep operating during COVID-19.
May 2020
London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about accountant Lubna Farhan, who took part in the ‘Your Future in Accountancy’ career event organised in collaboration between LSBF and PQ Magazine, published in the printed magazine on Friday 1 May PQ Magazine
May 2020
LSBF launched 'Accounting Masterclass'
London School of Business and Finance announced the launch of Accounting Masterclass, an online initiative to provide online support for ACCA students in the current situation. The news, including quotes from Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses, was published in the following media:
May 2020
QS WOW News announced that London School of Business and Finance launched ‘Accounting Masterclass’, to provide additional online support for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) students. The news was reported on Tuesday 12 May, with quotes from Rob Sowerby, Director of Professional Courses at LSBF.
July 2020
On Tuesday 14 July Dr Elaine Garcia, Senior Programme Leader at London School of Business and Finance, commented on the recent economic measures announced by Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, to help reverse the damage caused by COVID-19 in this article published in Open Access Government
May 2021
On Wednesday 19 May London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in this article about former student Rajeev Nair, recently appointed HR specialist within the Adjutant General’s Corps of the British Army, published in The New Indian Express
December 2022
This printed article by Paul Merison, Tutor at London School of Business and Finance, discussed how to earn them on the AAA paper are the 2 or 3 priority risks and have a short conclusion justifying why in December of PQ Magazine published on Monday 5 December.
September 2022
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August 2023
LSBF announces the LSBF Anniversary Scholarship, celebrating the company’s 20th year of shaping future leaders in business and finance. To celebrate this momentous occasion, LSBF is offering 20 fully funded scholarships, providing students around the globe the opportunity to pursue their academic and professional aspirations without financial barriers. Read More.
April 2012
LSBF were mentioned on the Education Investor website regarding our recent partnership with London Metropolitan University.
Professor James Kirkbride, vice rector of the London School of Business and Finance said: “Partnerships in higher education work because they are based on each institution bringing their respective strengths to the table for collective success.” Read the full story here
June 2012
The London School of Business and Finance in partnership with UK Trade and Investment hosted a Global Business Summit in Lagos, bringing together some of the world’s top businesses alongside the highest calibre of young professionals.
The event also included, inspirational keynote speakers from top international organisations including JP Morgan and the Chartered Institute of Bankers; and effective networking opportunities with managers and executives in the field, as well as LSBF professionals, online and on-campus students, and alumni.
Read more here:
Nigerian Guardian News
African Manager
July 2015
LSBF Great Minds with MD of Zenith UK Tom Cijffers
LSBF recently met with Tom Cijffers, Managing Director of the international media agency Zenith, as part of its Great Minds interview series.
The event was featured in many media outlets globally:
- International Business Times
- MarketWatch
- Finanz Nachrichten
- Yahoo Finance
- News Locker
- Seeking Alpha
- Washington Business Journal
- The Press Enterprise
- The News & Observer
- The Olympian
- Star Tribune
- One News
- Spoke
- TickerTech
- MarketPlaces
- Daily Herald
- The Telegraph India
- Financial Tech Spotlight
- Wall Street Online
January 2017
LSBF becomes official ACCA provider for PwC CEE Academy
LSBF announcement of a new partnership with PwC, to become its exclusive provider to ACCA tuition and material, was mentioned in several media including:
March 2018
On Monday 26 March the London School of Business and Finance was mentioned in the news regarding the launch of GUS Education (India) Hyderabad.
The news was announced in several media:
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Computers For You Tech magazine
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June 2022
London School of Business & Finance (LSBF) is set to offer hybrid courses for all its post Graduate Certificates from its new campus in Moorgate (Central London). You will develop new areas of expertise without the commitment of a long-term degree, studying alongside like-minded people and benefiting from the opportunity to network with your peers from around the globe. Read More
July 2022
London School of Business & Finance (LSBF) is set to offer hybrid courses for all its post Graduate Certificates from its new campus in Moorgate (Central London).
You will develop new areas of expertise without the commitment of a long-term degree, studying alongside like-minded people and benefiting from the opportunity to network with your peers from around the globe. Read More
March 2013
The joint venture announced in March by LSBF and Liverpool Football Club was widely covered in the international and education media. Yahoo Finance, Education Investor and The PIE News, Liverpool Daily Post and World Football Insider featured stories about the new range of programmes which will be offered by the new venture E.L.I.T.E.S.
LSBF’s Founder and Executive Chairman, Aaron Etingen, has built up the business school to become a significant operator over a 10-year period. He said, “We’re extremely proud to have entered this partnership with Liverpool FC. Both LSBF and the Club have put a lot of effort into the development of the programmes, which are unique to the market.”
May 2019
LSBF signs MoU with Trevisan to bring international programmes to Brazil
London School of Business and Finance signed an agreement with Trevisan - Escola de Negocios to deliver programmes in Brazil. On Tuesday 28 May, the news was reported across several media: