Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

IPAG Business School

Program Overview

The Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance at IPAG Business School is a dynamic three-year program at the Thionville-Luxembourg campus, perfect for students eager to build hands-on expertise in accounting and management that's in high demand by employers in business, banking, and insurance. You'll gain a solid foundation in how companies operate, master key skills like organizing activities, managing sales and marketing, monitoring results, and leading teams—setting you up for real-world success right after graduation.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1
In your first year, you'll dive into the essentials of management, building a strong common foundation that's crucial for everything that follows, including how businesses run day-to-day. You'll tackle core topics through practical projects like team-based case studies from IPAG's partner companies, plus complete an 8-week sales consulting internship and TOEFL certification to sharpen your skills early.

Year 2
Year two deepens your knowledge with a focus on finance, management, and law as the backbone of your studies, while 30% of the curriculum introduces your Accounting and Finance specialization for a tailored edge. You'll put it all into practice with an 8-week back-office work placement and a 3-month study period abroad, gaining international exposure and operational know-how.

Year 3
The final year ramps up with full specialization in Accounting and Finance, blending management fundamentals with professional development through modules like Group Accounting, Ethics in Finance (in English), and Green Finance and New Technologies (in English). Choose between a 4-6 month internship or a work-study program (3 weeks in company/1 week in class) to launch your career, plus electives such as Corporate Finance and Governance (in English) or Banking and Insurance Engineering.

Focus areas
Operational accounting expertise, banking and finance sectors, green finance, ethics, corporate governance, and professional certifications tailored to business, bank, or insurance roles.

Learning outcomes
Master organizing company activities, sales/marketing management, activity reporting, team/project leadership; develop personal/professional goals via methodology and project management; gain bilingual skills in English-taught modules for international readiness.

Professional alignment (accreditation)
This French government-accredited Licence (Bachelor's) degree delivers professional training highly valued by recruiters, with options for professional certifications and direct pathways to finance careers—no further studies required for entry-level roles.

Reputation (employability rankings)
IPAG grads excel in finance placements thanks to intensive internships, work-study options, and partner company projects; the program's operational focus ensures strong employability in banking, insurance, and corporate finance, with alumni advancing to roles like financial analysts via IPAG's higher tracks.

[Discover more and apply here](https://www.ipag.edu/en/bachelors-degree-accounting-and-finance)

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At IPAG Business School's Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance on the Thionville-Luxembourg campus, you'll dive into hands-on learning right from the start, building real-world accounting and finance skills through practical projects and professional exposure that employers love. The program's operational focus means you're not just studying theory—you're developing expertise in financial analysis, management control, and sectors like banking and insurance via interactive modules and collaborations with over 180 industry professionals. This sets you up perfectly for a career where you can hit the ground running.

Here are some standout experiential elements tailored to this program:
- 2 group projects, including the Green & Impact Project, where you'll tackle real business challenges collaboratively with peers from over 30 nationalities.
- 1 business project, 1 COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning), and 1 Business Game to sharpen your decision-making and strategy skills in simulated finance scenarios.
- Work-study option available (3 weeks in company/1 week classes), letting you gain paid on-the-job experience with tuition covered, plus high employability—most grads land jobs in under 6 months.
- 1 semester abroad or possible expatriation in the specialization year, building global finance perspectives alongside English-taught modules like Ethics in Finance, Green Finance, and Corporate Finance.
- Access to a vibrant campus with over 300 partner companies for networking, plus contributions from 80+ teacher-researchers for mentorship.

This practical edge is what makes IPAG grads so sought after—imagine applying these skills straight into roles in accounting, banking, or finance. Ready to take the next step? Check out the full campus facilities here: https://www.ipag.edu/en/our-campus-thionville

Progression & Future Opportunities

At IPAG Business School's Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance on the Thionville-Luxembourg campus, you'll dive into hands-on learning right from the start, building real-world accounting and finance skills through practical projects and professional exposure that employers love. The program's operational focus means you're not just studying theory—you're developing expertise in financial analysis, management control, and team leadership via interactive tools and collaborations designed for the business world. This sets you up perfectly for roles in banks, insurance, or companies, with a progressive structure: fundamentals in years one and two, then specialization in year three including modules like Group Accounting, Corporate Finance, and Green Finance.

Here are some standout experiential elements tailored to this program:
- 2 group projects, including the Green & Impact Project, where you'll tackle real sustainability challenges in finance collaboratively.
- 1 business project to apply accounting skills to actual company scenarios, plus 1 COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) for global teamwork with international peers.
- 1 Business Game simulating finance operations, sharpening your decision-making in a competitive, risk-free environment.
- 1 semester abroad or possible expatriation in specialization year, immersing you in international finance contexts with 300+ partner companies for networking.
- Work-study option available (3 weeks in company/1 week classes), letting you gain paid on-the-job experience in accounting or finance firms while studying—tuition covered via apprenticeship.
- Taught by over 180 professionals and 80+ teacher-researchers from the Economics, Finance, Control & Law Department, plus input from 30+ nationalities for diverse, practical insights.

This practical edge, combined with professional certifications you can choose, makes IPAG's program a smart launchpad—students graduate ready to hit the ground running. Ready to take the next step? Apply now and let's chat about how it fits your goals.

For full details on Thionville-Luxembourg campus facilities: https://www.ipag.edu/en/our-campus-thionville