Accounting and Finance and Economics with a Year in Industry BSc (Hons)

University of Kent

Are you a natural-born problem solver with a strong sense of logic and a head for numbers? Those who work in accountancy and finance aren't just bookkeepers, they are important problem solvers who create solutions to help a business run smoothly and efficiently. The Accounting and Finance course at Kent is designed to kick-start your career if you see yourself working in the fields of finance and accountancy. It equips you with core accounting and finance theories and knowledge of the latest techniques which you can apply to real data in our Bloomberg Finance Lab. With a staggering five accreditations from accountancy bodies, you'll be eligible for as many exemptions as possible to support you in becoming a chartered accountant or to work in many other fields of finance.Choose to study Accounting and Finance at Kent because:• Our degree is accredited by five international accounting bodies: ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, CIPFA, CPA leading to exemptions from many exams who organise regular networking events.• Many of our graduates go on to work at the Big Four accounting firms: PwC, Deloitte, EY and KPMG• Access to the Bloomberg Lab, an industry standard trading floor software• Study at a ‘Triple Crown’ accredited business school• Some of our expert teaching staff appear in the top 2% of researchers worldwide• All KBS students are eligible for employability support from enrolment until three years after graduation. You can also take part in our specialised Backpack to Briefcase scheme.• Launch a start-up and become an entrepreneur at our ASPIRE centre• Support from Academic Peer Mentors and an Academic Advisers• Add a Year Abroad or Year in Industry for real-world experience or choose to launch your own self-employed venture in our 'Selfie Year'Course details You’ll learn about accounting and finance, its role in business and society, and explore core elements of the subject such as Financial Accounting, Business Law, Economics and Strategic Management. You can also choose to focus on specialist areas such as taxation, auditing, international investment, and banking.