Accounting and Business Management BA (Hons)

University of Gloucestershire

Why Accounting and Business Management?

Our Accounting and Business Management degree is a flexible course which enables you to specialise in accounting, business, or both subjects, allowing you to pursue your own individual interests and career ambitions. In addition to the required accounting and business areas, the course provides opportunity to explore futuristic subjects such as Data Analytics, Forensic Accounting, Wealth Management and Social and Environmental Reporting.

The course is accredited by global professional accounting and finance bodies:

• In particular, we are proud of our strategic partnership with ICAEW for their ACA qualification. Our degree could provide credits for up to 12 out of 15 ACA modules. I.e. You could complete 75% of ACA papers by completing BA Accounting and Finance.
• After your degree if you choose to work outside the UK, the course also attracts maximum exemptions (credits) from these global accounting bodies: ACCA, CIMA (CGMA) and AIA.
• If you have keen interest in finance, we work closely with CII and local finance firms to help you start your journey towards your career goal in finance field.

You will have access to real-world business experiences and challenges. Simulations with companies within the accounting and finance sector are embedded in your degree, underpinning your learning with real-world application. You will use live financial data in our state-of-the-art Trading Room and gain insight into industry with specialist guest lecturers.

Why University of Gloucestershire?

At University of Gloucestershire, we’ve been encouraging students to meet every ambition since 1847. Join us and you’ll benefit from our three UoG promises:

1. UoG Career Promise – if you are not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching (eligibility conditions apply). 2. UoG Accommodation Promise – we guarantee all first-year students accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at. 3. UoG Connections Promise – whilst at UoG, you’ll find the connections to reach your goals. With over 4,000 placements and more than 60 clubs and societies to join, you’ll make connections for life. Our ambition is boundless. Experienced lecturers promote a real-world ethos and treat our students as more than just a number. Alongside our strong support system, guest speakers, networking events and influential partnerships will help you prepare for life after graduation, whether that be in a successful career in your field or onto further study. Students never tire of finding inspiration here in the unique county of Gloucestershire – innovation and bravery thrive here. Cheltenham and Gloucester offer the best of city and country living, with the rolling hills of the Cotswolds paired with vibrant nightclubs and stunning parks in the bustling town and city centres.

After the course

Your story doesn’t end with us at graduation. We support our graduates to balance purpose with ambition, and 96% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study within six months of completing their course. Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2023 and based on 2020/21 leavers.

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Accredited by the Association of International Accountants (AIA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.

Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations.

Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.

Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route.