Highlights

An Award Winning Degree

ba-hons-accounting-financeThe University of Derby’s Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Accounting and Finance degree is one of the most successful programmes in the UK. In the Guardian University League Table 2015, Accounting and Finance at Derby is ranked in the 4th of all Midlands universities and 2nd in the UK for personal development and 3rd for academic support (National Student Survey 2014).

The degree brings together the twin disciplines of Accounting and Finance and is the ultimate qualification for aspiring Accountants and ACCA holders. This Programme enables you to use your analytical skills, financial expertise and strategic insights to forge a career within the financial services sector.

Where does it lead?

There is always a demand for accounting graduates. In fact, Singapore is the fourth most active hiring market in the world for accounting and finance professionals. According to research released by Robert Half Singapore during the launch of its 2014 Asia Salary Guide, 45% of companies intend to hire more finance and accounting professionals.

Our graduates have gone on to work for local public practices, multinational accounting firms and taken up accounting careers in international banks and other large businesses. As an accountant and finance professionals you will have the opportunity to work in many diverse fields, anywhere in the world.

“There are so many opportunities available and Derby pushes you to take them, go and lead in something and make the best out of your life. After graduating from Derby I went straight into a graduate training scheme with HSBC” Charlotte, BA (Hons)

Gold Standard Professional Recognition

The University of Derby is approved by ACCA as a ‘Gold Standard’ institution, reflecting the high-quality professional tuition and curriculum alignment to the ACCA Professional papers. Our appointed faculty possess backgrounds in industry and commerce alongside their academic expertise. As well as teaching on degree programmes, they teach on the professional body courses – ACCA and CIMA – which means you will be well prepared for the external ACCA professional papers.

The Degree is also designed to give you get Maximum Exemptions from ACCA or CIMA professional qualifications. This shortens the time required for you to become a fully qualified member of your chosen professional body.

• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA
• Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICEAW)
• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

What will I learn?

Relevant, Respected, Rewarding

Our BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance gives you a sound knowledge of accounting and business, which will enable you to take up a management position in industry and commerce, or become a professional accountant.

• Investing & Financial Markets
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Financial Strategy
• Management Accounting – Performance Evaluation
• Issues in Global Business & Corporate Accountability

Key Takeaways

• Identify and solve key financial challenges in a global business context
• Gain proficiency and confidence in Financial and Accountancy analysis
• Improve your work performance and understanding of Practical strategies and applications for corporate finance and accounting
• Upon completion, you will be awarded the same degree as awarded on campus
• You will also be allowed to use the title of BA(Hons) after your names.

Why Uni of Derby, UK

Best Ranked Final Year Accounting and Finance Degree in Singapore (Guardian University Ranking 2015/16)

Established since 1851, The University of Derby, UK is modern and innovative University with over 22,000 international students from over 121 countries worldwide. The University is ranked 17th in the latest Guardian University 2015/16 Guide for accounting and Finance, making University of Derby the Best Ranked UK Final Year Accounting and Finance degree programme in Singapore. 

• 100% coursework and assessment based
• Over 96% passing rate and 50% First Class honours degree
• Ranked 1st for student support and 3rd for quality lecture delivery
• 5 modules within 9 months duration
• Modules exemption for professional bodies ACCA and CIMA
• Same Degree as Conferred on Campus and Awarded with a full degree transcript, giving you a competitive edge in the job market

High Impact Learning from a Top Business School

The University is also Ranked Top 10 in the UK for student employability, over 96.7% of University of Derby students are employed within 6 months of graduation, outperforming even sandstone Universities including Oxford and Cambridge with over 50% of our students achieve a First Class Direct Honours degree

Who is this for?

The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) 9 months Top-up degree accepts a wide range of qualifications with relevant work experience. These include:

• Polytechnic Diploma
• Private Diploma and Advance Diploma,
• AAT, CAT and ACCA Level 2
• Mature Candidates from non-business background will be considered on a case-to-case basis.

Duration: 9 months