Accounting plays a vital role in the success and direction of any business, no matter how big or small. Excel in the fast-paced world of accounting on our practical, career-boosting course.

 

Dig deep into data and uncover the stories behind statistics. Develop your numerically informed decision-making and problem-solving skills through interactive learning, based on real-world challenges.

 

Immerse yourself in accounting as you become proficient in numerical analysis, digitised accounting and numerical report writing to stand out from the crowd.

 

Enhance your professional skills, such as communication and digital literacy, preparing you for your future career.

 

Be prepared for work with varied assessments including professional report writing, group presentations and company projects to help prepare you for work alongside the exams required for professional exemptions.

 

Kick-start your career with exemptions from professional qualifications. Stand out from the crowd with practical experience solving real-world business challenges.

 

We actively support you in boosting your CV through industry placement, study abroad or internships (including the latest online bite-sized digital experiences).

 

If you are interested in corporate finance and business decision-making alongside accountancy, our BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree may also be of interest.

 

Why choose this course?

Our full-on Hertfordshire programme prepares you to enter the fast-paced world of accounting, ready to play a crucial part in the organisation you join.

 

We help jump-start your career by offering one of the highest pre-agreed ACCA professional exam exemptions in the UK by a university.

 

Learn to interpret, prepare and present financial information for organisations of all sizes, and gain an appreciation of ethical issues and impacts faced at all stages.

 

Strengthen accounting fundamentals with specialist options including Taxation, Islamic Banking, and Research methods.

 

Graduate with the backing of an influential network. We maintain strong relationships with professional bodies and leading companies, inviting guest speakers and helping you find career-enhancing placements.

 

Start building your network and skills, in extracurricular opportunities, putting your knowledge into practice before you graduate. Students with an entrepreneurial spirit are encouraged to enter our ‘Flare Ignite’ annual competition with winners getting support, training and investment to help turn ideas into reality.

 

As a supportive and inclusive university, we have a caring staff team to help you with pastoral and personal challenges.

 

You'll always be encouraged to aim high, whatever you choose to do. Your dedicated academic support team will share their expertise, advice and experience as they focus on nurturing your potential to succeed.