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speciality: Accounting & Finance

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What is an Accounting & Finance degree?

An Accounting & Finance degree focuses on the management of monetary resources available to an organization. Such a degree is aimed at students who want to pursue careers in investment analysis, management, banking, auditing, consulting and financial management. It teaches students how to assess the assets and liabilities of an organization financially and manage the financial risk of their activity.

Accounting & Finance covers the core areas of financial accounting, management accounting and finance but also includes other aspects of the business activity, such as financial management and control, corporate finance, company accounts, investment and business law. Optional module options provided by different universities around the world often allow students to specialize in a particular area such as auditing, taxation, etc.

Benefits of an Accounting & Finance degree

The completion of an Accounting & Finance degree comes along with numerous benefits. Students develop strong analytical, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, which are highly demanded by employers in both the private and the public sector and result in graduates often finding employment in large multinational organizations that offer professional services such as PwC, KPMG and Deloitte. On top of that, established companies around the world offer excellent and well-structured graduate schemes, which help Accounting & Finance graduates to kick-start their careers.

Accounting & Finance degrees are mostly practically oriented. They allow students to put the knowledge and skills they acquire on a daily basis to practice through simulated and real-life business accounts management and work placement opportunities.

Most Accounting & Finance degrees are professionally accredited by professional bodies, such as ACCA, AIA, CIMA, ICAEW and CIPFA, which provides students with the opportunity to become chartered accountants. Students gain professional qualifications in accountancy, which eliminates the need for additional certifications after graduation.

Due to the nature of the Accounting & Finance Degree, which complements business-related subjects, students often have the opportunity to complete a joint honours degree.

Accounting & Finance Degree Structure

An Accounting & Finance degree’s duration varies depending on the country and degree level. In some countries, such as the United Kingdom, Bachelor’s degrees in Accounting & Finance can be completed in three years. However, universities also offer students the option to take a sandwich course, which allows them to undertake a year-long placement between their second and third year, which extends the course to four years. Four years is the regular time of completion of this degree in other countries, such as the United States.

The first year of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance introduces the core principles of accounting and finance, including financial accounting, management accounting and finance as well as economics and business law. The second year’s focus is usually on managerial and business economics, financial control, corporate finance and company accounts, but optional modules might enable students to pursue their interests in other aspects of Accounting & Finance such as auditing or strategic business analysis. At this point, students studying at Higher Education Institutions in the UK could choose to take an industry placement in order to apply the theoretical concepts and the acquired knowledge to practice in the professional environment. The next stage of this degree is dedicated to further-developing students’ knowledge of financial and management accounting. Optional modules might enable students to specialize in a particular area of their choice such as auditing or taxation in some countries like the UK.

Masters’ degrees in Accounting & Finance usually take between 12 and 18 months to complete depending on the country that students choose for their studies. 

Research-based degrees, such as MPhil and PhD, can take anywhere between 1 and 7 years depending on the country and type of degree. MPhil degrees in Accounting & Finance in the UK usually take 12 months if it is studied full-time and 24 months for part-time studies. PhD degrees in the UK, on the other hand, take about 36 months to complete if studying full-time and 72 months for a part-time program. In the US, students may be required to dedicate between 4 and 7 years on their degree.

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  • Accounting
    Simon
    Kenyatta University's Diverse Learning Environment

    I appreciated Kenyatta University’s emphasis on group work, diverse lecture formats, including lecture halls, and the provision of swimming classes. The addition of a new library further enhanced the student experience. However, I hope they prioritize improving the hostel areas for better student accommodation.

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2016
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Nairobi
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  • BCom
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    Kenyatta University: A citadel of excellence

    My journey at Kenyatta University was a kaleidoscope of academic discovery set against the backdrop of Nairobi’s lush landscapes. The campus, an inspiring haven for learning, fostered a sense of community that transcended traditional classroom boundaries.

    The academic prowess of Kenyatta University, manifested through a diverse and passionate faculty, was impressive. Their commitment to fostering critical thinking and hands-on learning in well-equipped facilities created a dynamic and engaging educational experience.

    Yet, no institution is flawless. Bureaucratic hurdles and occasional maintenance issues presented challenges. Despite these, the positives, including the multicultural student body and the emphasis on holistic education, outweighed the negatives.

    In conclusion, Kenyatta University is a canvas of academic challenges and personal growth. Would I recommend it? Absolutely. The vibrant tapestry of culture, knowledge, and community makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a comprehensive and enriching educational experience. Despite minor imperfections, Kenyatta University is where dreams are painted, and futures are shaped.

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    Programme: BCom
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2019
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Nairobi
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  • Accounting and ...
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    great experience.

    I had a wonderful experience at Kenyatta University for my master’s. Hands-on lectures, and quick assistance in the department. I loved that we were given the opportunity to exercise our skills within the school. school systems should be integrated thou it tiring walking from one end to another.

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    Programme: Accounting and Finance
    Degree: Master's
    Graduation: 2023
    Delivery Type: Blended
    Campus: Nairobi
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  • Accounting
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    Life at kenyatta university

    Kenyatta University is one of the best universities in Kenya whith so many resources at the students disposal. It also has the best facilitates for the international students.
    The staff body are also friendly and ready to help

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Nairobi
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  • Accounting and ...
    Economics
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    Job Allocations

    Kenyatta University is one of the best public universities one can ever find in the African Continent. KU has the best lecturers, Quality infrastructure, well-built study areas, and a clean environment. Students are assured that after completing their studies at the university and having attained their degree, they get job placements in their field of study. I would always recommend anyone to come to visit the university and have the best feeling.

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    Programme: Accounting and Economics
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Nairobi
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  • Accounting and ...
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    An Amazing University

    An amazing institution of higher learning with state of the art facilities. Great content delivery in all higher education and research programmes! The courses were well outlined touching on all important topics and delivery of the outline by the lecturers was beyond expectation.

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    Programme: Accounting and Finance
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2016
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Nairobi
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  • Accounting
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    accounting

    The teachers are loving and welcoming and willing to guide n help students when need be.
    Conducive learning environment and state of art facilities.
    Great n welcoming students.
    various enticing co-curricular activities

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2021
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Nairobi
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  • Accounting and ...
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    Student Welfare and Education Excellence

    This is an excellent institution for higher education and it’s in the top 5 of the most prestigious universities across the country. It has world-class learning centres, student centres, facilities and even a state of the art Library and amphitheatre for performances and arts. The university has some of the most prestigious lecturers and professors who are endlessly aiming to offer the best teaching to students. It has an on-campus shopping mall such that any student can access any facilities for enjoyment and fun. The university is located in a strategic position such that it’s so easy to access from the nation’s capital city while offering an ambient environment with a lot of green space.
    Any student who would like to participate in any sporting event is well covered because it has all the facilities to support it. Games such as rugby, hockey, soccer, handball, netball, badminton and so many others have well-organized teams that anyone can freely join.
    One thing I would like to emphasize is that the lectures offered are of the highest quality taking the example of my study program BSc.Accounting and finance with easy to access lectures and reading materials. Both online and on-campus options are available for students to choose from. I would highly recommend this university to international students as it’s a world-class university consisting of students from all backgrounds.
    An area where the university can improve is mostly managing the ease of access to some facilities because of the high number of students in the university.

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    Programme: Accounting and Finance
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Nairobi
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  • Accounting and ...
    Economics
    Daud
    Great service

    I liked the teachers, they were very friendly and resourceful. The student body was the best. I would say some of the staff were a bit uptight but generally ok. The school is international level and I would recommend anyone to study at Kenyatta University.

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    Programme: Accounting and Economics
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2018
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Nairobi
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