Course summary

Success in today’s business world requires more than technical accounting knowledge—you must use financial insights to drive decisions and create value. BSc (Hons) Accounting and Management prepares you to be a finance business professional, combining accounting expertise with management skills. You’ll develop strong analytical, ethical, and strategic thinking abilities, equipping you for a career in a wide range of business and management roles, with the ability to influence decision-making and support business growth. Why Lancaster? At the heart of the course is the integration of financial and management accounting with business strategy and decision-making. This combination equips you with the skills to translate financial insights into strategic recommendations that drive organisational success. Key benefits include:

• Finance-business partnering mindset – Learn how to connect financial data with business strategy, providing valuable insights that support decision-making and performance improvement.

• Real-world application – Apply financial analysis to solve business challenges through case studies, industry projects, and practical problem-solving exercises.

• Ethical and responsible leadership – Understand the role of corporate governance, risk management, and accountability in shaping responsible business practices.

• Future-focused skills – Explore how emerging trends, such as sustainability (ESG) and AI-driven decision-making, are transforming the industry.