Course summary

Study with us • Accounting & Finance is ranked 2nd in the UK (Complete University Guide 2023) • Learn about the preparation, presentation and interpretation of financial information • Gain an understanding of the impact on organisations of developments and issues in business technology • Develop analytical expertise to support business decision-making • Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Why this course? • Studying accounting at Strathclyde, you'll learn about the preparation, presentation and interpretation of financial information that enables investors, lenders, management, employees, government and others to make effective decisions. • You'll also learn how to read and interpret accounting information in the annual reports of businesses and the financial information within the public sector and become familiar with the principles and practice of presenting information to those who manage all types of organisations. • Business analysis applies advanced analytical methods to business problems to help managers make better decisions, while technology is at the heart of all modern business. • Organisations need business graduates with expertise in business technology. Business analysts have an excellent general awareness of how a business works. They’re also able to apply advanced analytical methods to deal with specific management issues. • A Business Analysis and Technology degree at Strathclyde is the first step towards full professional accreditation with the Operational Research Society of the UK.