BA (Hons) Business Management (Accounting and Finance) with Foundation Year

Are you looking to start a career in accounting and finance, but are unsure if a university degree is within your reach? Our accounting and finance degree with an additional foundation year is ideal if need a bit more academic support as you begin your course, as well as for anyone who doesn’t meet the entry requirements for a standard degree course. In fact, this degree has been specially designed to provide you with a full range of skills that will help achieve your higher education goals, even if it’s been a while since you last studied. The course has been developed in consultation with leading organisations and professional bodies, ensuring that you’re exposed to the most recent developments in modern accounting and finance practice. Not only that but all of your coursework has been especially linked to real-world workplace issues. Using our business simulation software, you’ll have the opportunity to face these potential situations and challenges in a safe environment, helping you graduate with transferable, hands-on skills you can immediately apply in your future career.

Accreditation

Arden's BA (Hons) Business Management (Accounting and Finance) with Foundation Year course is dually accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

Arden's BA (Hons) Business Management (Accounting and Finance) with Foundation Year is awarded the maximum nine ACCA exemptions, which means that students who go on to study ACCA after graduation will start their studies at the appropriate level, studying only five ACCA papers out of the standard 14 that make up the ACCA qualification.

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) is one of the most globally reputable organisations in professional accountancy. As an Arden student, you will have free CIMA membership for the duration of your course, and for one year post-graduation, which gives you access to discounted courses, free study and careers support, networking opportunities, and of course, professional recognition. You will also gain exemptions from CIMA at operational and certificate levels.