Accounting, Finance and Financial Analysis MSc – 4050F
Induction week schedule for new students
Your Welcome Week programme runs from Monday 21 September to Friday 25 September 2026.
To help you transition smoothly into life at Newcastle University Business School, we've designed this bespoke schedule for your course. It contains a mix of informative sessions, networking opportunities and fun activities.
You will find a list of your activities below. Click on an activity title to show the activity description.
Please note that:
- all activities may be subject to change. Remember to check back regularly for the most up-to-date information
- your activities may be a mix of in-person and online sessions. If applicable, links to online sessions will be provided in the activity description
- you are required to attend all sessions
09:30 – Education Team Support Drop In – NUBS Foyer
Not sure who to ask about something? Come along and meet the Education Support team. They are here to help you get settled and make the most of your time at the Business School. Find out about the support available to you, ask questions and get advice on anything you’re unsure about as you start university.
Time: 09:30 to 17:00
Venue: Newcastle University Business School, Foyer
Attendance: Optional
Sign-Up Required: No
09:30 – Local Business Fair – FDC Foyer
Explore local businesses, discover services and opportunities available in the community, and connect with local organisations. Come along to meet business representatives, ask questions, and find out what’s on offer during your time here.
Time: 09:30 to 16:00
Venue: Frederick Douglass Centre, Foyer
Attendance: Optional
Sign-Up Required: No
09:30 – Degree Programme Director Welcome – NUBS 4.06
Start your university journey by meeting your Degree Programme Director and finding out what’s in store for your time at Newcastle. Discover how your programme is structured, what you’ll be learning and the opportunities available to you along the way. It’s also a chance to meet fellow students and ask any questions you may have.
Time: 9:30 to 11:00
Venue: Newcastle University Business School, room 4.06
Attendance: Compulsory
11:30 – School Welcome – FDC G.41
Welcome to Newcastle University Business School. Come along to meet some of the people who make up our school community and find out what it means to be part of it. We’ll introduce you to the School, the support and opportunities available to you and some of the experiences you can look forward to during your time here.
Time: 11:30 to 12:30
Venue: Frederick Douglass Centre, room G.41
Attendance: Compulsory
13:00 – Meet Your Module Leaders – NUBS 4.06
Meet the academics who will be teaching you this year and get a first look at what you’ll be studying. Find out what to expect from your modules, how you’ll learn and what you can look forward to exploring. You’ll also have the opportunity to put faces to names and ask any questions before teaching gets underway.
Time: 13:00 to 14:00
Venue: Newcastle University Business School, room 4.06
Attendance: Compulsory
09:30 – Education Team Support Drop In – NUBS Foyer
Not sure who to ask about something? Come along and meet the Education Support team. They are here to help you get settled and make the most of your time at the Business School. Find out about the support available to you, ask questions and get advice on anything you’re unsure about as you start university.
Time: 09:30 to 17:00
Venue: Newcastle University Business School, Foyer
Attendance: Optional
Sign-Up Required: No
09:30 – Amplify Me – FDC G.41
Are you interested in a career in finance? Attend our introductory session of AmplifyME, an online platform to help build your real life experience in the world of finance.
Time: 9:30 to 10:30
Venue: Frederick Douglass Centre, room G.41
Attendance: Optional
Sign-Up Required: No
13:00 – Alumni Panel – NUBS 2.04
Wondering where your degree could take you? Hear from Business School alumni about their experiences at Newcastle and what they’ve gone on to do since graduating. Our alumni will share their career journeys, lessons learned and advice for making the most of your time at university. There’ll also be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and find out where your own degree could take you.
Time: 13:00 to 14:00
Venue: Newcastle University Business School, room 2.04
Attendance: Compulsory
09:30 – Community Café – NUBS 8.10
Grab a drink, take a break and come and meet your new Business School community. The Community Café is a relaxed space to chat with other students, meet staff and make some new connections. Whether you have questions or simply want to get to know some friendly faces, you're very welcome to attend anytime during the day.
Time: 9:30 to 17:00
Venue: Newcastle University Business School, room 8.10
Attendance: Optional
Sign-Up Required: No
09:30 – Toon Trek: A Team Challenge – NUBS 1.03
Ready to explore the 'Toon'? Get out into Newcastle and explore the city centre with other Business School students. Work together and put your teamwork and research skills to the test to answer questions and find specific locations, discovering some of the city along the way. Most importantly, it’s a chance to have fun and make some new friends.
Time: 09:30 to 12:00
Venue: Newcastle University Business School, room 1.03
Attendance: Optional
Sign-Up Required: No
12:30 – Sustainability Challenge – NUBS 1.01
How can businesses help create a more sustainable future? Get ready to tackle this question as part of an interactive team challenge. Work with your new classmates to explore real-world sustainability issues, share ideas and come up with creative solutions. No previous knowledge needed – just bring your ideas and your enthusiasm.
Time: 12:30 to 14:30
Venue: Newcastle University Business School, room 1.01
Attendance: Optional
Sign-Up Required: Yes
Sign-Up Link: TBC
09:30 – Education Team Support Drop In – NUBS Foyer
Not sure who to ask about something? Come along and meet the Education Support team. They are here to help you get settled and make the most of your time at the Business School. Find out about the support available to you, ask questions and get advice on anything you’re unsure about as you start university.
Time: 09:30 to 17:00
Venue: Newcastle University Business School, Foyer
Attendance: Optional
Sign-Up Required: No