BSc(Hons) Accounting and Finance

The Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons) course offered by the University of Huddersfield aims to equip students with a thorough understanding of the numerous aspects of accounting and finance, with a strong focus on employability. It offers individuals an opportunity to leverage their skills and enhance their career prospects in the financial sector. This course placement also allows students to gain valuable work experience as part of their course, ensuring their readiness to tackle real-world issues.Course Content: The course content is categorized into three stages, each covering specific areas of Accounting and Finance. During the first stage, students will be learning about basic concepts of accounting, management, business, economics, law, finance, and developing quantitative and software skills. Stage 2 will provide more specialized knowledge in management, finance and accounting. The final stage involves a study of strategic management accounting, strategic financial management, financial analysis, and international accounting, among others.Key Modules: Some of the key modules students will undertake include Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing and Assurance, Business and Corporate Law, Strategic Management Accounting and Strategic Financial Management, Taxation, International Accounting, and Financial Analysis.Accreditations: The course is accredited by various institutes such as ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA, AIA, and ICAS, offering exemptions from several professional examinations. Successful completion of this course also provides a potential pathway to a final professional ACCA qualification, alongside a degree.Future Careers: After completing this course, students can look forward to a range of career options. It equips graduates to work in a wide array of fields such as accountancy, banking, investment, insurance, risk management, and other finance-related roles in both the public and private sectors.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.