BA Hons Business Management (Accounting Pathway)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

London South Bank University

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Business Management with an Accounting pathway at London South Bank University (LSBU) combines key business management principles with in-depth accounting knowledge. Students gain skills in financial reporting, management accounting, auditing, and taxation. With strong connections to the industry, LSBU offers excellent networking opportunities for future careers, and the chance to earn professional accreditations boosts graduates' employability in the financial sector.

  • Accredited by IoEE, ACCA, CIMA, CMI & ICAEW
  • Ranked 6th among Modern London competitors for Business Management (Complete University Guide, 2025)  and Commended for Student Support (Times Higher Education Awards, 2024).

Couse Overview:

  • Year 1: Elements of Financial Accounting, Principles of Marketing, LSBU Discovery Project, Data for Decision Making
  • Year 2: Professional and Digital Skills, Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Effective Business Negotiations
  • Year 3: Optional Placement Year
  • Final year: Contemporary Audit: Principles and Practice, Leadership, Strategy and Change, Comparative International Management, Organisational Risk and Controls

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Placement Year: Optional industry placement to build practical experience in accounting and finance roles.

  • Study Abroad: Opportunity to study internationally for a semester or a year with LSBU’s partner universities.

  • Professional Accreditation: Possible exemptions from exams with professional bodies like ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW, depending on module choices.

  • Career Support: Access to LSBU’s accounting-specific workshops, employer networking events, and professional certifications training (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks).

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • Graduates can enter sectors like public accounting, corporate finance, auditing, and taxation services.

  • LSBU’s Career Hub provides lifelong career support including CV development, mock interviews, and direct employer engagement.

  • 86% of the students go on to work and/or study

  • Average earnings: £28,000, 15 months after the course 

Program Key Stats

£17600
£ 29

Sept Intake : 14th JanJan Intake : 14th May


Eligibility Criteria

BBC
2.8
28
55 - 65

1150
24
6.0
80

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Chartered Accountant (with further qualifications)
  • Auditor
  • Financial Analyst
  • Tax Advisor
  • Business Consultant

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