Accounting BA (Hons)

The course gives you a comprehensive knowledge of the main ideas, concepts and principles of accounting and finance, as well as the skills to apply your knowledge to individuals, businesses, institutions and governments.<br/><br/>Using the latest technology, you begin by studying business practice and the business environment in which accountants operate before proceeding to corporate and business law; data analysis; and the advanced study of management accounting, taxation, financial management and auditing.<br/><br/>The course is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Association of International Accountants (AIA).<br/><br/>**Why choose this course?**<br/><br/><br/>- ACCA awards exemptions from its F1 to F9 papers for students successfully completing relevant course units – the maximum ACCA exemptions available at undergraduate level<br/><br/><br/>- Graduates successfully completing relevant course units are also eligible for exemptions from the AIA’s Foundation level and Professional level 1 papers<br/><br/><br/>- A professional qualification in accountancy is a gateway to a range of careers in accounting, finance and banking at professional accounting firms; small and large private-sector companies; and not-for-profit organisations<br/><br/><br/>- Take the course over four years and include a fee-free year in industry (see below) when you can gain experience and make contacts for the future<br/><br/><br/>- If you need a step up into higher education, start with a Foundation Year (see below) which guarantees entry to the undergraduate degree<br/>