Accounting and Finance, BSc (Hons)

The School of Business and Management at Royal Holloway offers a dynamic and rigorous approach to research and education in accounting and finance. Students benefit from expert faculty knowledge, studying core areas such as financial accounting, management accounting, and finance to gain a comprehensive understanding of theory and practice. This degree equips graduates with essential interpersonal and transferable skills, including commercial awareness, clear communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management, leading to strong career opportunities. The curriculum is embedded in the broader business context, covering international business, information systems, strategy, and ethical decision-making, with options for specialized topics like business law, auditing, and taxation.The programme is accredited by professional bodies including CIMA, CPA, CIPFA, and ICAEW, allowing students to apply for exemptions from certain examinations based on their chosen modules and performance. Assessment combines examinations and in-course assignments such as essays and presentations. Graduates will understand key elements like financial statements, financial decision-making principles, investment appraisal techniques, quantitative methods, and the role of information systems in modern business, enhancing their eligibility for professional credits.

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