Overview
A BSc in Finance and Accounting explores how institutions and organisations deal with calculation, reporting and evaluation. It will provide students with a strong foundation in financial management and business strategy, positioning them for managerial success.
Why This Major Suits You
- You like working with figures, identifying patterns, and understanding what drives financial outcomes
- You are precise and thorough – essential skills when dealing with financial data and reports
- You make decisions based more on logic than anything else
What You’ll Learn
- Finance: Financial Markets & Institutions, Investment & Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Financial Modelling
- Accounting: Auditing & Assurance, Taxation, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Management Accounting
- Economics & Business: Microeconomics for Finance, Macroeconomics, Business Law, Corporate Governance
- Quantitative Methods: Statistics for Business & Finance, Econometrics, Quantitative Financial Analysis, Python or R for Finance
Industries You Can Work In - Banking & Financial Services (e.g. JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs)
- Accounting and Auditing (e.g. Deloitte, PwC)
- Consulting and Advisory (e.g. McKinsey & Co., BCG)
- Fintech (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)
Career Pathways for You
- Accountants & Auditors
Prepare and review financial statements to identify errors or signs of fraud; manage a company’s finances; provide advice on financial strategy, risk management, etc (Average Salary : $81,680 / year, with a projected growth of 6%). - Investment Banker
Help companies and governments raise capital by underwriting and issuing securities; assist with mergers and acquisitions; provide strategic financial advice (Average Salary : $118,500 / year with a projected growth of 7%). - Financial Manager
Develop strategies, prepare financial reports and direct investment activities to guide an organisation’s executive decisions (Average Salary : $161,700 / year with a projected growth of 17%). - Financial & Investment Analyst
Prepare reports, create financial models, and monitor financial performance to predict future trends, evaluate risks, and make investment recommendations for organisations (Average Salary : $101,350 / year with a projected growth of 9%).
How This Degree Can Benefit You
- The demand for skilled professionals in the field is consistently high, offering stable employment and competitive salaries
- Provides a solid foundation for pursuing certifications like CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) or ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)
- You will develop your financial acumen and learn how to run a successful business