London South Bank University

Business Management BSc (Hons) (Accounting Pathway)

London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Please note: This course is subject to change as we are updating our modules for September 2026 entry. We'll publish the new module details as soon as they're confirmed. Lead, analyse, and grow businesses with confidence Want to understand the numbers behind every business move?

In today’s data-driven world, financial insight is power. So, if you’re looking for a career as an Accountant, Auditor or Financial Analyst, or looking to start up your business, our Business Management with Accounting combines core business knowledge with specialist accounting expertise. Our course is accredited by Institute of Financial Accountants, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW and CIPFA, and get exemption from certain ‘must-have’ professional exams down the line, all while learning to guide business decisions across industries, job roles and borders, right in the heart of London - one of the biggest financial capitals in the world.

You’ll have an opportunity to undertake a placement in your third year, allowing you to evidence your theoretical knowledge and apply it to the world of work. Students have completed placements in a variety of organisations, including the NHS and Nissan, as well as working for smaller businesses across the capital in the digital, commercial and marketing sectors. Grounded in practical, industry-relevant teaching, our BA (Hons) in Business Management with Accounting pathway will provide you with the perfect blend of academic excellence and industry application, helping you get your start in the business world.

You'll benefit get hands-on learning and industry relevant experience through business simulations, as well as input from guest industry speakers and graduates, as well as work-based learning modules in every year of the course.

Key highlights

  • Accredited by IFA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW and CIPFA
  • Exemptions from certain professional accounting exams
  • Third-year placement option, with past placements at the NHS and Nissan
  • Work-based learning modules in every year of study
  • Business simulations plus guest industry speakers and graduates
  • Combines core business knowledge with specialist accounting expertise

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112 — 112 UCAS points Or equivalent level 3 qualifications.

Scholarships

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000
  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000
  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Accountant
  • Auditor
  • Financial Analyst
  • Entrepreneur
  • Management Accountant

Cost of study

UK/Home: £20,780

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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