Glyndwr University

BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance Management

Why choose this course?

Our Accounting and Finance Management degree concentrates on the practical applications of accounting and finance theories, boosting your employability by developing you as a business-ready graduate.

  • Work-based learning - from case studies, problem-solving to work placement opportunities - ensures graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to meet current and future market needs.
  • Graduates will be eligible for exemption for some ACCA and AIA examination papers.
  • All our graduating students† will also achieve a level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management from the Chartered Management Institute worth over £1,300 at no extra cost.
  • Wrexham Glyndwr University is a Bronze Member of the Business Graduates Association and as such our business school students will be able to access a range of benefits including consultative services and the BGA eLearning hub.

Key course features

  • All of our lecturers are professionally qualified in Accounting or Finance.
  • Work placement opportunities are available to all of our students who demonstrate a good standard of engagement and professionalism during their studies.
  • Graduates will be eligible for exemption for some ACCA and AIA examination papers.
  • Graduates of this programme are eligible for Associate (AFA) level membership.

Entry Requirements

The academic requirements for the course are 80-112 UCAS tariff points at GCE A-level or equivalent, from a minimum of two A levels and GCSE Mathematics and English/Welsh (First Language) at Grade C/4 or equivalent. Appropriate AS-Level and Level 3 Key Skills qualifications will also be taken into account.

IELTS:

6.0 (with no individual skill score below 5.5).

Career Prospects

Our Careers & Employability service is there to help you make decisions and plan the next steps towards a bright future. From finding work or further study to working out your interests, skills and aspirations, they can provide you with the expert information, advice and guidance you need.

Our degree in Accounting and Finance Management develops skills that are useful in a range of sectors, particularly in providing a route into financial professions. Suggested careers can include: - Chartered accountant; External auditor; Stockbroker; Business development manager; Data analyst; Economist; Management consultant; Mortgage adviser.

Course Details

At level 4 students will take several introductory topics in management & business, finance, HRM, marketing and analytics. As student’s progress onto level 5 and 6 they will gain an understanding of management accounting, digital business, taxation, managing corporate risk, strategy and auditing as well as having an option to take an industrial placement that will significantly enhance your CV and employment prospects. A dissertation is embedded in the final part of their studies to give all our students the ability to develop their research skills.

YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4)

• Introduction to Management & Business
• Introduction to Business Finance & Accounting
• Understanding Human Resource Management
• Marketing Essentials:
• Business Communication Skills
• Business Analytics

YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5)

• Advanced Management Accounting:
• Business Taxation:
• Managing Corporate Risk and Crime:
• Business Law
• Sustainable Finance: Theory & Practice
• Security Analysis & Valuation
• Industry Placement (option)

YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6)

• Advanced Financial Management:
• Audit and Assurance
• Strategic Management
• Financial Reproting & Analysis
• Dissertation

*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.

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