Accounting and Finance

University of Salford

Ready to turn your passion for numbers into a powerful career? Our BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance programme offers a dynamic, industry-informed education designed to prepare you for high-level roles in accountancy, banking, insurance and financial management. Our teaching is practical and career-focused, with input from our industry partners, so you'll build the expertise that employers look for. You'll develop skills in financial analysis, budgeting, risk management and much more. You’ll look at accounting and finance within the wider context of business and management, and we’ll work with you to develop your soft skills, such as teamwork, communication and problem-solving. / Develop essential skills in financial analysis, budgeting, risk management and strategic thinking. / Gain a degree accredited by leading bodies ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA and ICAEW and benefit from exam exemptions. / Gain a solid business education so you understand how accounting and finance fits in the wider context. / Understand the changes that technology is bringing to the sector and develop your skills with accounting-specific software applications. / Gain real-world experiences and become a high-calibre candidate for your dream position with extracurricular training and placement opportunities.

You’ll look ahead to the technologies that will affect the work of accountants in the future and gain the essential digitals skills that will help you go further in the industry, such as: / Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 / Xero Accounting Software / Body swap technology

Our Accounting and Finance undergraduate programme is accredited by major industry bodies including the ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA and ICAEW, so you know that what you learn is aligned with industry standards. If you choose to study accredited modules, you can benefit from exemptions from a number of professional body examinations. Whether you're aiming to become a chartered accountant, financial analyst or auditor, this programme equips you with the knowledge, experience and confidence to succeed. Find out more at www.salford.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/accounting-and-finance. All our undergraduate accounting courses are available with:
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- on the placement year option, you will not pay fees to the University and will earn a wage for the work that you do.
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– study with one of our partner Universities for a semester or a year.
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– start with the fundamental areas of business and the key skill you need to study at University level.