Accounting and Financial Information Systems, BA Hons

The Business School has an excellent reputation in the field of accounting and finance. This programme has been developed with professional accountancy bodies and financial institutions, providing services such as insurance, investment and commercial banking and asset management.

The programme places emphasis on integrating accounting, financial and systems theory with the practical application of information technology skills using current business software. Information management and systems play a major role in the management of the finances of many organisations. Students graduate with a highly marketable combination of accounting and finance expertise and transferable analytical, software and systems skills. The accountancy, banking and finance sectors generally offer high salaries, making them a career of choice for those looking for well-rewarded jobs.

After successful completion of the first year of studies, students may transfer to the second year of the BA Hons Accounting and Finance degree. Transfer is subject to passing all courses and obtaining an overall average of 50% or more.

UCAS code

NN43 G BA/AFIS

School

Business

Location

Greenwich Campus

Attendance

3 years full-time
4 years sandwich
6 years part-time

Entry requirements

Applicants should have:

At least 260 UCAS points

FROM at least two A-levels or Double AVCE

PLUS three GCSEs at grade C or above (including English and mathematics) or equivalent qualifications.

– Applicants with professional qualifications and/or four or more years' full-time work experience are considered on an individual basis. Direct entry into the second year is available for suitably qualified students.

Assessment

Students are assessed through exams and coursework.

Professional recognition

Depending on their chosen options, students attract differing levels of exemption from professional bodies such as the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and Association of International Accountants.

Career options

Business and finance analyst positions, financial modelling in large organisations, specialist finance or accountancy trainee positions, consultancy and general business management.

Year 1

Business and the Financial Environment (15 credits)
Cost Accounting in an Ethical and Organisational Context (30 credits)
Introduction to Financial Accounting (30 credits)
Quantitative Analysis and Systems (30 credits)
Personal and Professional Development (15 credits)

Year 2

Computing and Financial Applications (30 credits)
Management Accounting Control Systems (15 credits)
Management Information Systems (30 credits)
Research and Professional Development (15 credits)
Taxation (30 credits) OR Two 15-credit options from: Administration, Accounting and Taxation for Small Entities; Business Law; Internationalisation, Trade and Markets; Project Management; Management Accounting Control Systems (30 credits)

Optional Sandwich Year (Work Placement)

Final Year

Designing Financial Applications (30 credits)
Dissertation (30 credits)
Strategic Financial Management (30 credits)
One option from: Audit and Assurance; Ethics and Corporate Governance; Finance (30 credits)

Your time at university should be enjoyable and rewarding, and it is important that it is not spoilt by unnecessary financial worries. We recommend that you spend time planning your finances, both before coming to university and while you are here. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.

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Accounting and Finance

We offer professional qualifications in accountancy, financial services or insurance and give students the chance to combine industry expertise with practical business skills.

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