Accounting and Finance Birmingham City University

Overview

What's covered in the course?

As you progress, you will become more effective and creative when it comes to solving problems, as well as being able to advise individuals and companies in the UK and abroad.

During the second and later years of the programme, there will be more flexible learning opportunities that will enable you to specialise in particular subject areas, as well as allowing you to tailor your programme to a specific career aim or professional body. There will also be opportunities to experience different graduate roles, with a wide variety of placements and internships on offer to complement your studies.

Why Choose Us?

• You will gain the key accountancy, finance and business skills you need to successfully pursue a career in a variety of sectors.
• The course’s alignment to professional bodies ensures you receive contemporary, relevant information and future exam exemptions. In particular, the course is designed to be aligned with the ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW and CIPFA professional bodies for maximum exemptions.
• Our links with accrediting bodies and big name businesses mean we regularly hold industry talks and guest visits on campus.
• We keep group sizes small, and focus on teaching instead of lecturing, meaning you’ll get all the time and focus you need from our industry experienced staff.
• Our placement and sandwich year options allow you to gain valuable real-life skills and experience working in industry. Your placement tutor will also give you guidance throughout.

• The programme provides you with the opportunity to earn both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree, enhancing your knowledge and improving your employability prospects.

Placements

In order to apply and enhance the skills you learn from the course, you will have the option to undertake a year-long work placement in the UK or overseas. Shorter-term work placements, voluntary work and internships will also be available. Accounting and Finance is provided by Birmingham City University.