BA Accounting and Financial Management and Economics

The Accounting and Financial Management and Economics BA course at The University of Sheffield combines the study of accounting and financial management with the wider field of economics. Over the span of the course, students get the chance to understand the theories and concepts of accounting, finance and economics, and their applications in real world.Course Content: In the first year, students will study a mix of compulsory and optional modules that will introduce them to the basics of accounting, finance, and economics. In the second year, students can choose optional modules to deepen their understanding. The third year includes a dissertation which allows students to carry out an independent piece of research on a topic of their choice.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include 'Introduction to Financial Accounting', 'Introduction to Management Accounting', 'Principles of Finance', 'Introduction to Economics', 'Core Issues in Economics', and 'Applied Economics Work Placement'.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the major professional bodies in the accounting profession: the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).Future Careers: Graduates from this course are prepared for professions such as finance and investment analysts and advisers, investment/merchant bankers, chartered and certified accountants, economists, and more. They can also pursue further study or research in these fields.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.