Course summary

The accelerated BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance is aimed at students who have an interest in developing their knowledge of accounting and finance, and particularly those who are looking to pursue a career in accounting and finance. Year 1 provides you with a good understanding of the foundations of accounting and finance alongside the fundamentals of business. Year 2 gives you in-depth knowledge of how companies use accounting and finance to make decisions, report performance under conditions of uncertainty and risk. The programme provides the intellectual underpinnings required for a professional career in a rapidly changing work environment, a rigorous approach to self-awareness and personal development and a significant exposure to the world of work and its current demands through work experience opportunities. This degree is ideal for those interested in a future professional career in accounting, finance, audit and taxation. It offers an excellent grounding in accounting and finance and acts as a foundation for further study in accounting or finance at postgraduate or professional level. This degree offers an excellent grounding in business and finance and will help students develop decision making and analytical skills as well as acting as a foundation for further study in accounting or quantitative investment. Furthermore students gain valuable experience in elements of research, presentation and communication skills as well as building team work and problem solving skills, which should be helpful for future employment opportunities.

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