Accounting and Management

Highlights

Our Accounting and Management degree is accredited by major accountancy bodies, providing graduates with exemptions from some of the examinations that lead to Chartered status. Taught by former senior accountants, tax managers, board members and executive managers, you’ll gain comprehensive understanding of both business and financial management to broaden your career options. Our academic expertise covers strategic management, accounting and reporting, taxation, corporate communication, financial management, marketing, sustainability and human resource management.

Develop skills using industry-standard financial tools including Bloomberg terminals, Stocktrak portfolio simulation and Stata statistical analysis and accounting software. Develop personal financial literacy and management knowledge, gaining skills in logic, analysis, statistics and maths for careers in accounting, auditing, risk, financial services and retail.

Course overview

During this degree in Accounting and Management you’ll develop the solid theoretical and practical knowledge of accounting needed to examine and interpret financial performance On successful completion of this course, depending on which modules you choose, you could be eligible for exemptions from professional exams, kickstarting your journey to becoming a Chartered Accountant. Studying Accounting and Management can help you develop your leadership and strategic thinking skills, preparing you to guide business success. You can explore key topics in management such as organisational culture, project and time management, stakeholder engagement, corporate strategy, and planning.

You'll learn about financial reporting and accounting as a tool for providing data to management for planning and decision making. Highly qualified and experienced, our academics bring insight from the worlds of policy, practice and research, grounding your accountancy and financial knowledge in real world application. We regularly work with international institutions such as the European Central Bank (ECB), Bank for International Settlements (BIS), and policymakers in government, regulators, and the financial sector.

Studying management and accountancy gives you the skills and knowledge to see the big picture - both financial and non-financial - to drive successful strategic decision making. There’s no shortage of demand for financial management and individuals with sound decision-making skills. You could become a Chartered Accountant, opt to work in finance departments or run financial affairs for public, private and third sector organisations of any size, anywhere in the world.

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Placement year

What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September.

Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience.

How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements.

Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your course at Bangor University.

We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision. Ready to find out more? Discover the exciting work experience opportunities available by visiting the Work Experience During Your Degree section on our website.

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