BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance (2 year Accelerated)

University of Winchester

- Develop a systematic understanding of current issues in accounting to meet the needs of a globalised profession in the 21st century - Option to spend a year on a paid work placement in business - Receive exemptions from selected professional examinations of the main accounting institutes, depending on the choice of modules you select - Course accredited by 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) This is an intensive, two-year degree programme provides an accelerated route to a professional accounting career. During the programme the students will develop a range of professional practice skills highly valued by employers, including critical evaluation, self-direction and problem-solving, as well as a sound grasp of analysis, presentations and negotiation techniques. Students will be trained to work in management teams, and modules focus on applying theory to real business scenarios. Career support which is embedded throughout the Programme is delivered by both our own internal team of specialists and also by business experts in the field and there is a clear focus on support for securing sought after graduate placements, At the final stage of the programme, students have the option to undertake a consultancy project or work placement to support their final career ambitions. All this plus accreditation from five different professional bodies enables students with significant opportunity on graduation.