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BSc (Hons) Accounting 
and Finance

Accredited by ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW, our BSc Accounting and Finance course will provide you with key financial reporting and management accounting skills, and the ability to use these to inform good decision-making in real business situations. The specialist modules explored on this degree, as well as their practical application in the Bloomberg Terminal, will help you graduate as a well-rounded professional ready to take on all manner of challenges.

Course overview

Are you ready to become an accounting and finance leader of tomorrow? Our University partners and their  BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance will equip you with all the latest advancements and technical skills you need to achieve your career goals.
 

Our partners designed this course to give you the forward-facing skills required in today’s evolving accounting and finance sector. You’ll become equipped with an in-depth understanding of modern accounting and finance, including the role and scope of technology in the field in areas such as Fintech and blockchain, as well as gain the skills to make sound investment decisions. . Throughout the course, you’ll have the opportunity to put your learning into practice, helping you gain real-world skills you can use in your future role.

Accounting

This course is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), three world-leading professional bodies. We’ve fully aligned your course content with these qualifications, meaning you can gain up to 26 exemptions towards any future exams you may take with these accountancy bodies. 

Finance

The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) approved this course, meaning you can prepare to sit CFA Level 1 papers. This makes it one of the select few programmes carrying three professional accounting body accreditations and CFA endorsement.

We’ve also partnered with Bloomberg, giving you access to Bloomberg Financial Markets and valuable insight into what it’s really like to work in finance, as well as Bureau van Dijk to give you access to a wealth of financial data. Using these alongside advanced statistical software, you’ll have the opportunity to make real-world financial decisions using live data, ensuring you’ll be well-versed in modern finance before you even graduate.
 

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Intakes

September, February, June

Duration

3 years

Awarded Degree

Delivery

Locations

Weekdays, evenings and blended learning (online & on campus)

London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds

BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance

Fees

£9,250 per year

Funding Available:

Full fees coverage - £9,250 per year

Personal Funding - up to £15,000 per year/per student

Curiculum

Year 1
 

  • Introduction to Business Economics (20 credits)

  • Introduction to Finance (20 credits)

  • Financial Accounting (20 credits)

  • Introduction to Management Accounting (20 credits)

  • Quantitative Methods for Accounting and Finance (20 credits)

  • Introduction to Financial Technology (20 credits)



Year 2
 

  • Financial Reporting (20 credits)

  • Financial Markets and Institutions (20 credits)

  • Performance Management (20 credits)

  • Corporate and Business Law (20 credits)

  • Security Analysis and Valuation (20 credits)

  • Applied Research Skills (20 credits)



Year 3
 

  • Corporate Financial Management

  • International Finance

  • Taxation

  • Audit and Assurance

  • Investment and Portfolio Management

  • Financial Management Project

Enrolling for June 2024

What will BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance will do for me ?

By mastering the fundamentals of accounting and finance, you’ll be able to demonstrate to employers how valuable you are. Just as valuable, are the key skills you can develop with this undergraduate course, including:

  • An in-depth knowledge of modern business and finance with real-world applications.

  • Becoming prepared for Industry 4.0 by understanding the role and scope of technology in accounting and finance, including Fintech, blockchain, AI, and cloud computing.

  • Understanding the sector from a strategic, management, and investment perspective, covering international finance, financial technology and management, and more.

  • Using advanced computer software to analyse financial data and make robust forecasts, including SPSS, STATA, EViews, and MATLAB.

  • Writing and interpreting financial statements, and monitoring, controlling, and planning for the ongoing success of an organisation.

  • Experience in commonly used industry practices, including consultancy reports, investor memos, and management of equity portfolios.

  • Hands-on experience with Bloomberg Financial Markets, one of the most cutting-edge and widely used platforms in finance.

What can I do after I complete University?

As a graduate of this accounting and finance degree, you’ll be prepared to enter a variety of business, financial, and accounting roles. Candidates equipped with a solid understanding of business management, financial knowledge, and accounting skills are highly valued and sought after by many employers, meaning there are a variety of job roles you might want to consider, such as:

  • Trader

  • Broker

  • Financial Agent

  • Financial Advisor

  • Auditor

  • Financial Accountant

  • Management Accountant

  • Corporate Treasury Manager

  • Financial Planner

  • Insurance​

  • Banking

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