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The BA (Hons) Business and Accounting at the University of Hertfordshire combines core business principles with a deep focus on financial management, reporting, and strategic decision-making. Delivered at the de Havilland Campus, this triple-accredited degree (CIMA, ICAEW, and ACCA) offers professional exam exemptions that fast-track students into globally recognised accounting careers.
This program equips students with strong analytical and ethical reasoning skills through practical learning—such as simulations, group projects, and case-based assessments. It also encourages entrepreneurial thinking through competitions like Flare Ignite and Enactus.It provides strong pathways into roles at leading firms including PwC, Deloitte, and the NHS.
Optional sandwich year - Work Placement or Study Abroad
Accreditations: CIMA, ICAEW, ACCA (with exemptions)
Course overview:
Year 1: Foundations in accounting principles, economics, and quantitative methods; explore the role of the professional accountant.
Year 2: Gain intermediate knowledge in financial and management accounting, business ethics, and enterprise development.
Year 3: Advanced modules in strategic accounting, financial reporting, and electives in areas like taxation or Islamic finance; complete a dissertation (Applied Business Project).
Optional placement year with employers such as PwC, Worldpay, and the NHS
Study abroad opportunities in 40+ countries with no additional tuition fees
Real-world experience through simulations, report writing, and collaborative projects
Entrepreneurial competitions like Flare Ignite and involvement in Enactus social ventures
Graduates have gone on to roles at Deloitte, KPMG, NHS, and international commercial firms
Support from the Future Success Team for CV development, job searching, and interview prep
Depending on your situation, you might qualify for a scholarship, grant, or bursary that doesn’t need to be paid backIELTS: 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5TOEFL: 72 with band scores of reading 18, writing 17, listening 17, speaking 20Only Full-time studies availableChartered AccountantManagement ConsultantFinancial ManagerBusiness Analyst
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