Business Accounting & Finance

BA (Hons) Business Accounting and Finance

Join a dynamic new generation of business and finance all-rounders. This degree combines accounting and finance skills with knowledge of leadership, strategy and governance. You will start your work towards professional accountancy qualifications while completing problem-solving projects for real organisations.

Why choose this course?

BA (Hons) Business Accounting and Finance marks you out for rapid career advancement in any branch of contemporary business, anywhere in the world. You will gain a vital foundation for qualifications with industry bodies like the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Is this course for you?

BA (Hons) Business Accounting and Finance is ideal if you are seeking a senior position in industry and commerce, applying for a coveted graduate training programme or setting your sights on postgraduate studies.

How you will learn

You will develop practical skills in financial and management accounting alongside knowledge of business strategy. In our Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab you can access latest professional data and information services.

Opportunities and experiences

You will complete a professional consultancy project for local employers so you grasp exactly what business life involves. You can also opt to take a year-long industry placement or summer internship to raise your profile.

Work placements and internships

We'll encourage and support you to take work placements and internships. In between your second and third year, you can take an optional placement year or a summer internship. This is a valuable opportunity to gain experience and develop your practical skills, network and build your professional profile.

Careers and employability

On graduating, you will be well on your way to full professional accountancy qualifications but will also have impressive leadership, strategy and problem-solving skills. BA (Hons) Business Accounting and Finance graduates excel in roles such as management accountant, compliance manager, credit controller, finance analyst and finance manager.

Did you know? We also offer this course:

- With a Foundation Year