BSc (Hons) Accounting & Financial Management

The BSc (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management is a 4-year course (including a foundation year), taught at the London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester campuses. This degree programme will teach you the latest theory and practical skills in accounting and financial management, which will help you to run a successful business.

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This course will help you build a professional career in accounting and financial management. It will make you skilled in solving real-life business problems.

You will study various financial topics such as:

Financial Reporting
Managerial Accounting
Audit and Assurance
Tax and Legal Policy
Corporate Finance
These topics will be studied in depth.

Through this course, you will acquire business decision-making skills, which will help you establish yourself as a successful accountant, financial analyst or corporate leader. You will learn through practical education how to manage the financial aspects of a business and how to improve the business by adopting the right financial strategies.

Why take this course?

World-class curriculum: International standard curriculum that helps you learn modern concepts and techniques in accounting and finance.
Professional development: Recognition and benefits through ACCA, CIMA and other professional bodies.
Practical learning: Case studies, live projects, industry visits and guest lectures.
Career prospects: Opportunities to build a career in accounting, finance, banking, investment, auditing and tax consultancy.

Successful completion of this course will give you certain exemptions towards membership of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

Year 0 (Foundation)

Academic Skills for Higher Education (0 credits)
Business and Ethical Awareness in the Financial Workplace (0 credits)
Introduction to Communication and Digital Skills (0 credits)
Introduction to Financial Accounting and Management (0 credits)
Introduction to Management Accounting (0 credits)
Foundation Year Project (0 credits)

Year 1

Dynamic Business Environment (20 credits)
Financial Accounting (20 credits)
Fundamental of Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility in Accounting and Financial Management (20 credits)
Introduction to Business Accounting (20 credits)
Management Accounting 1 (20 credits)
Professional Accountant and IT Systems (20 credits)

Year 2

Business and Corporate Law (20 credits)
Corporate Governance & Leadership (20 credits)
Financial Reporting (20 credits)
Management Accounting 2 (20 credits)
Performance Management (20 credits)
Research Methods (20 credits)

Year 3

Mandatory Modules:

Audit and Assurance (20 credits)
Contemporary Issues in Accounting and Finance (20 credits)
Financial Management (20 credits)
UK Taxation (20 credits)

Option 1:

Dissertation (40 credits)

Option 2:

Business Ethics (20 credits)

Research Project (20 credits)

This course does not have formal examinations, but will be assessed in a variety of ways:

Presentation
Project Report
In-class Test
Professional Discussion
Assignment/Essay Writing
Practical Assessment
Case Study Analysis
Portfolio Preparation

Students will be expected to focus on self-study, and lecturers will provide guidance in this regard.

Age: 18+Qualifications:

Level 3 qualification (equivalent to 60 credits or 80 UCAS points)
Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above
Assessment of language skills, maths and writing through interview

For candidates aged 21+:

We accept applications from students 21+ who do not meet the usual entry requirements but can demonstrate an interest and commitment to the subject and demonstrate relevant academic, professional or vocational experience.

Next steps:

Complete the application form by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the BSc (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management (with Foundation Year) course right for me?

This course is specifically designed for those who want to build a new career in financial management or start their own business. This degree program combines the fundamentals of modern accounting and finance with practical skills that will help you become a successful accountant or finance manager.

What will I get from the BSc (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management (with Foundation Year) course?

This four-year course will provide you with an in-depth and progressive knowledge of the accounting and financial management industry.
The first year will consist of a foundation year, where the fundamentals will be taught and preparation for graduate-level studies will be provided.
The next three years will gradually teach you specific aspects of the accounting and finance industry, which will develop you into a skilled professional.

What careers can I pursue after completing BSc (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management (including Foundation Year)?

After completing this course, you can work in the following professions:

Auditor
Company Secretary
Credit Analyst
Credit Manager
Data Analyst
Finance Manager
Financial Accountant
Financial Advisor
Forensic Accountant
Management Accountant
Public Finance Accountant
Tax Advisor

Is the BSc (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management (including Foundation Year) course available at a campus near me?

We offer this course at our Birmingham, London, Leeds and Manchester campuses. Each campus offers excellent learning opportunities, modern facilities and ample support for students.

What will I learn during this course?

This course will provide you with a balanced knowledge of the accounting and finance industry, combining theoretical learning with practical skills.

First year (Foundation Year): Core concepts will be taught, which will prepare you for graduate study.

First year: Fundamentals of accounting and business will be taught, including Management Accounting I, Dynamic Business Environment.

Second year: More specialized subjects such as Management Accounting II, Business and Corporate Law, Financial Reporting, Leadership and Change will be taught.

Third year: In addition to a few compulsory modules, there will be an opportunity to do a Dissertation or Business Ethics module and a Research Project.