BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Business Analytics

NA On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Abertay Dundee

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance with Business Analytics offers a four-year full-time route combining professional accounting education with advanced data-analytics skills. It suits students who aim to pursue accounting or finance careers (with accreditation alignment) while also gaining expertise in data visualisation, predictive modelling and business intelligence.

Curriculum structure

Year 1 – In your first year you study core modules including Introduction to Accounting (ANF101), The Nature of Management (BMT101), Introduction to Finance & Statistics (ANF102) and Business Economics (BMT108). These modules introduce you to accounting and finance fundamentals, economic context, management theory and statistical reasoning, thereby establishing a strong business-and-finance foundation required for analytics specialism.

Year 2 – In the second year you engage with modules such as Business Analytics (BMT212), Financial Accounting (ANF201) and Management Accounting (ANF203). Here you begin to apply analytics concepts, learn how to manipulate and interpret financial data, and develop decision-support skills within accounting frameworks—integrating analytics with accounting practice.

Year 3 – Your third year includes advanced modules like Advanced Management Accounting (ANF304), Corporate Finance (ANF301) and International Financial Accounting (ANF303). This stage deepens technical accounting knowledge and introduces international and strategic elements, preparing you to apply analytics in global finance contexts.

Focus areas

“accounting; business analytics; financial reporting; data visualisation; predictive & prescriptive analytics; international finance”

Learning outcomes

“apply professional accounting and finance frameworks; use analytics and computational tools to interpret business data; develop decision-support models and strategies; operate in global finance and analytics contexts”

Professional alignment (accreditation)

The programme is aligned with major professional accounting bodies such as Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS), offering exemptions where appropriate and enhancing professional readiness.

Reputation (employability rankings)

Abertay University is ranked Top 10 in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2025) and is recognised for strong student satisfaction and teaching quality in business and management disciplines. The programme’s integration of analytics and accounting positions graduates for high-demand roles in accounting, finance and business analytics.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Students develop practical skills through hands-on analytics projects using Abertay's specialist facilities, including the Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab and modern accounting software. This practical training is delivered through:

Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab: Access to industry-standard financial data platforms
Accounting Software: Training in Sage accounting software and other professional tools
Analytics Tools: Experience with data visualization software and statistical packages
Live Business Projects: Real-world accounting and analytics challenges with industry partners
Professional Development: Guest lectures from accounting and analytics professionals

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of Abertay University’s BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Business Analytics program typically progress into roles such as Financial Analyst, Accountant, Business Consultant, and Data Analyst. They benefit from a blend of practical accounting skills and data analytics expertise, with around 90-95% of graduates employed or in further study within 15 months, reflecting the course’s strong industry relevance and employability focus.

Key points on progression and opportunities:

University employability support includes dedicated Placement Office services offering paid internships and live projects with companies like Sky and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, plus career mentoring and CV workshops.
Employment statistics show approximately 95% of graduates employed or in further education within six months; salary prospects align with industry standards and grow with experience.
University–industry partnerships provide practical exposure through guest lectures and collaborative projects with notable businesses.
The program is accredited by professional bodies including CIMA, ACCA, AIA, and ICAS, offering exemptions that enhance professional qualification paths.
Graduation outcomes highlight strong student satisfaction, high employment levels, and effective skills application in professional roles.

Further Academic Progression: Graduates can pursue postgraduate degrees such as MSc Finance, MSc Data Analytics, or MBA programs, or progress through professional accounting certifications like ACCA or CIMA to further their career and academic qualifications.