BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Metropolitan College Greece

Program Overview

The BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance at Metropolitan College Greece is your gateway to thriving in high-demand accounting and finance roles, blending cutting-edge modules with hands-on tools like real-world accounting systems, stock market simulations, and virtual business labs to prepare you for businesses in Greece and beyond. It's perfect for ambitious students passionate about numbers, strategy, and business growth who want practical skills, professional networking with top executives, and international English terminology to boost global career prospects.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1
You'll kick off with a strong foundation in essential skills, diving into Introduction to Accounting I and II to master basic financial recording and reporting, while Essential Information Skills and Raising Individual Financial Awareness build your tech savvy and personal finance know-how. Courses like Foundations of Business and Exploring Economics give you a broad view of how businesses operate in real markets, setting you up for success right from the start.

Year 2
Building momentum, you'll tackle Business Accounting Systems and Management Accounting to learn how to analyze costs and support business decisions with data-driven insights. Corporate Finance and Financial Accounting and Reporting sharpen your skills in funding strategies and preparing accurate financial statements, all enhanced by Personal and Professional Development to grow your career mindset.

Year 3
The final year ramps up with advanced challenges like Introduction to Auditing Theory and Practice and Advanced Financial Management, where you'll apply auditing techniques to real data and master complex investment decisions. Wrap up with Business Strategy for Competitive Advantage, Contemporary Issues in Finance, and Applied Audit and Assurance to strategize for businesses and tackle modern finance dilemmas, culminating in Accounting Synoptic for a comprehensive capstone.

Focus areas: Contemporary accounting, auditing, and finance with real-world applications like stock market simulation, investment appraisal via case studies, and SimVenture virtual business labs.

Learning outcomes: Gain expertise in accounting tasks, financial planning for Greek and international firms, auditing with real data, and critical business department operations, plus English terminology for global opportunities.

Professional alignment (accreditation): Delivered in collaboration with top UK universities like Oxford Brookes, with pathways to ACCA exemptions (as seen in aligned MSc program), professional seminars, and simulation training for immediate job readiness.

Reputation (employability rankings): Metropolitan College's business programs, including this BSc, equip graduates for high-ranking roles across Greek and global sectors, with strong employability through practical focus and partnerships with leading international universities—positioning you ahead in the competitive job market.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now: https://www.mitropolitiko.edu.gr/en/programmes-of-study/faculty-of-business-economics/bsc-hons-accounting-and-finance/

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Metropolitan College Greece, our BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance program stands out by giving you hands-on experience right from the start, so you're not just learning theory—you're building real-world skills that employers value. You'll dive into practical training with tools like simulation software for running a virtual business, real-world accounting systems, auditing with actual data, stock market simulations, and investment appraisals based on genuine case studies. This approach prepares you to handle accounting tasks, financial planning, and key business roles in Greece and beyond, all while networking with top executives through dedicated seminars.

Here are some standout ways our program delivers experiential learning:
- SimVenture Laboratories: Get intensive training in simulation software to set up and manage a virtual business, mimicking real entrepreneurial challenges.
- Real-world applications: Work with live data in accounting information systems, auditing exercises, stock market simulations, and case studies for investment decisions.
- Professional networking seminars: Join sessions led by executives from major companies to gain insights and connections.
- State-of-the-art Business & Computing labs: Access specialized, industry-standard labs tailored for business studies, including cutting-edge equipment for practical sessions.
- Modern lecture theatres and facilities: Learn in high-tech spaces like the "Melina Merkouri" (150 seats) and "Georgios Seferis" (130 seats) theatres, equipped with audiovisual systems, video walls, and Wi-Fi for interactive classes and events.

These opportunities make our program a launchpad for your career—imagine applying right away with skills that set you apart. Check out the full facilities list here: https://www.mitropolitiko.edu.gr/en/student-life/infrastructure/ Ready to take the next step? Let's get your application started!

Progression & Future Opportunities

At Metropolitan College Greece, our BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance program stands out by diving deep into practical skills that employers crave, like mastering real-world accounting systems, auditing with actual data, stock market simulations, and investment appraisal through case studies tailored to the Greek and global markets. You'll get hands-on training right from the start using tools like SimVenture simulation software to build and run a virtual business, plus modules on business accounting systems and auditing theory that mirror professional environments. This isn't just theory—it's designed to prepare you for accounting tasks, financial planning, and key roles in business finance departments.

Here's how our state-of-the-art facilities and experiential opportunities make it real:

- SimVenture Laboratories: Specialized Business & Computing labs where you train on industry-standard simulation software to establish and operate virtual businesses, giving you direct experience in financial decision-making.
- Professional networking seminars: Join sessions led by executives from major companies, building connections that lead to real job opportunities in accounting and finance.
- Stock market simulations and real-data auditing: Use practical tools in modules like Introduction to Auditing Theory and Practice and Contemporary Issues in Finance to analyze live market data and cases.
- Dedicated labs and libraries: Access state-of-the-art Business labs equipped for your field, plus libraries with print, online, and audio-visual resources across our 8 campuses for research in modules like Research in Accounting.
- Modern lecture theatres: Learn in high-tech spaces like the "Melina Merkouri" (150 seats) or "Georgios Seferis" (130 seats) theatres, equipped with audiovisual systems, video walls, and Wi-Fi for interactive group projects and presentations.

These experiences, backed by our top facilities, will give you the edge to land roles across Greek and international businesses—imagine applying right after graduation. Ready to take the next step? Check out our full facilities list here: https://www.mitropolitiko.edu.gr/en/student-life/infrastructure/ and let's get your application started today.