BA Hons Accounting and Finance Part time

In the BA (Honours) in Accounting and Finance (Part-Time) at Dublin Business School (DBS), your education is built around the "real-world" application of financial data. Since this program is designed for students who are often already working, we ensure that every hour you spend in class translates directly into a skill you can use at your desk the next morning. You’ll be learning in a high-tech environment that bridges the gap between the classroom and the corporate boardroom, using the same digital tools that the "Big Four" firms rely on every day.

Experiential Learning

From day one, you are treated as a professional-in-training, moving beyond theory to master the analytical software and strategic frameworks that drive modern business. Our "hybrid" delivery model means you’ll be engaging with interactive content both on-campus in our central Dublin facilities and through a sophisticated virtual learning environment:

• Accounting Information Systems: In your second year, you’ll dive into the Accounting Information Systems module, where you gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software like Sage, learning how to automate workflows and manage digital ledgers.

• Aungier Street Campus & Hubs: You’ll have access to our state-of-the-art Aungier Street campus, featuring modern computer labs and the Careers Hub, which is specifically geared toward helping part-time students leverage their degree for immediate career promotion.

• The Capstone Project: Your final year centers around a major Capstone Project, where you act as a consultant to solve a complex, real-world financial problem—this is your chance to showcase your research, data synthesis, and strategic decision-making skills to potential employers.

• DBS Moodle & Virtual Learning: Our advanced Moodle VLE gives you 24/7 access to recorded lectures, interactive case studies, and collaborative forums, ensuring that your learning fits around your professional schedule without sacrificing engagement.

• Group Simulations & Presentations: Many modules, such as Business Context and Organisation, utilize group-based assignments that mimic the collaborative environment of a modern finance team, helping you build leadership and communication "soft skills."

• The DBS Library (Level 2, AS): You’ll have full access to an extensive collection of over 50,000 print books and a massive digital repository of financial journals and databases like Business Source Complete to support your independent research.

• Continuous Assessment Model: Rather than just "big exams," your progress is tracked through practical coursework, including case study reports, forensic accounting simulations, and mock tax returns, giving you a portfolio of work to show recruiters.

• Industry-Linked Workshops: Through our Careers Service, part-time students can attend specialized workshops on Advanced Excel for Finance and Data Visualization, ensuring your technical toolkit is always ahead of the curve.

Graduating with a BA (Honours) in Accounting and Finance (Part-Time) from Dublin Business School (DBS) is a significant career catalyst that transforms your professional trajectory while you continue to work. Because this degree is designed in direct response to the needs of Dublin’s thriving financial services sector, our graduates don't just find jobs—they secure strategic roles that offer long-term stability and global mobility.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Our graduates are currently excelling in high-stakes environments across Ireland and the Eurozone, moving seamlessly into leadership positions. You will be perfectly prepared to secure roles such as a Corporate Tax Consultant, Financial Controller, Risk Management Analyst, or External Auditor for a "Big Four" firm.

• University Support Services: The DBS Careers Hub is a dedicated service that works year-round to help you bridge the gap between study and employment. You will have access to 1-on-1 career coaching, specialized CV and Interview workshops (delivered online for your convenience), and a unique LinkedIn networking group that connects you directly with top-tier employers and alumni.

• Employment Stats & Salary: DBS boasts an impressive 95% employability rate within six months of graduation. In the current 2026 market, graduates in this field can expect average starting salary packages ranging from €35,000 to €45,000 (approx. INR 17.5 L), with a high return on investment for those leveraging their work experience alongside their new Level 8 qualification.

• University–Industry Partnerships: We maintain deep-rooted connections with global giants like Accenture, Microsoft, EY, and AIB. Because we are a Platinum Approved Learning Partner for ACCA, these companies actively look to DBS when recruiting for their graduate and professional development programs.

• Long-term Accreditation Value: This degree is your fast-track to professional status, providing the maximum 9 exemptions from ACCA foundational exams and up to 7 exemptions from CIMA. This means you finish your degree already halfway through your professional journey to becoming a Chartered or Certified Management Accountant.

• Graduation Outcomes: Our alumni are currently making an impact in industries ranging from Fintech and Banking to Public Sector Governance. Their ability to combine practical, on-the-job experience with advanced technical modules like Advanced Financial Reporting and Audit & Assurance makes them indispensable assets in any corporate finance team.

Further Academic Progression: The completion of your BA (Hons) opens the door to elite postgraduate opportunities right here at DBS to further specialize your skillset. You could progress to the MSc in International Accounting and Finance to deepen your technical expertise or the MSc in Financial Analytics if you want to lead in the data-driven future of the industry. For those with their sights set on executive leadership, our MBA (with a Finance stream) is a popular next step, while many of our graduates continue their journey through our Professional Accountancy School to complete their final ACCA or ACA professional examinations.