BBS Business & Accounting

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Maynooth University

Program Overview

This degree offers a balanced combination of accounting expertise and business acumen. Designed for students aiming to pursue careers in professional accounting or business management, it provides both technical and strategic training.

  • Develops core accounting competencies alongside broader business knowledge

  • Exemptions from CAP 1 exams (Chartered Accountants Ireland) and equivalent levels in ACCA and CIMA

  • Optional work placement or international study year between Years 2 and 3

  • Close alignment with the Master’s in Accounting at Maynooth, which grants further professional exam exemptions

  • Strong employability in accounting firms, corporate finance, audit, and consultancy sectors

Course Overview:

  • Year 1: Business Models and Marketing, Financial Accounting, Introduction to Accounting

  • Year 2: Corporate Finance, Marketing Management, Operations and Supply Chain Management 

  • Year 3: Advanced Finance for Accountants, Advanced Financial Accounting, Strategic Management

  • Optional Year: Placement or Erasmus+ study abroad year (competitive selection with institutional support)

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Optional work placement or Erasmus+ study year between Years 2 and 3

  • Real-world case studies and simulations in finance, auditing, and business strategy

  • Access to accounting societies and employer-led workshops

  • Route to Master’s in Accounting with advanced exemptions

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Eligible for progression to Master’s in Accounting or professional exams (CAP 2, ACCA, CIMA)

  • Strong pathway into top audit and advisory firms in Ireland and internationally

  • Comprehensive support from Maynooth’s Careers Service, including CV clinics, mock interviews, and employer networking

Program Key Stats

€17,000
€ 50
Sept Intake : 31st May


Eligibility Criteria

BBB - AAB
3.3
28 - 32
75

1190
24
6.5
90

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Chartered Accountant
  • Management Accountant
  • Auditor
  • Financial Analyst
  • Tax Consultant
  • Business Adviser

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