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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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    Review of FSU

    Overall, the faculty and staff are committed to seeing that their students are successful and are always willing to promote opportunities outside of the classroom. Because of the size of the school, there are always events, people, and chances. Everywhere you walk, you can run into a familiar face who will say hello to you. Additionally, there is so much to do on campus and in the surrounding area which makes student life all the more exciting. It’s an amazing school which I highly recommend.

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2025
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Tallahassee, Florida
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    Great Institution

    Here at Florida State University I have created innumerable experiences that will last me a lifetime. The professors here are simply wonderful and by far the best pick for professors. They’re so knowledgeable and know how to impact knowledge to their students. There are so many ways for you to get involved in FSU as programs are constantly going on that appeal to all different kinds of interests. The accommodation is nice but they could do better by making it bigger. Other than that, overall I would say FSU is a great institution

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2023
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Tallahassee, Florida
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    Awesome Professors

    So far so good, I’m still figuring things out and trying to find my balance as a first time student and it hasn’t been so bad. My professors has been awesome and so kind to me. Everyone at FSU has made me feel welcomed and valued. I mostly enjoy the outside of classes activities that they have on campus varies and you can simply find your niche and have fun! I’m blown away by FSU and I recommend it to anyone searching for a university.

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2023
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Tallahassee, Florida
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    Perks of Attending FSU

    The campus culture at FSU is excellent. The campus is lovely, both staff and students are kind and there are numerous activities available. Students benefit greatly from living in resident halls, where they can make a lot of lasting friendships. Meeting students from all regions of the nation and the world and getting to hear about their varied viewpoints and experiences is also intriguing. Additionally, there are numerous clubs and organizations on campus, so it’s likely that students will discover a couple that match their interests.

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2025
    Delivery Type: On Campus
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    Incredible Institution

    Florida State university has not only given me standard education but also the opportunity to meet amazing people. From the professors down to the staff, they are all very helpful and easy to talk to. I enjoy my program a lot because my professors are knowledgeable and invested in what I do. There is always something fun to do at FSU wether you love going to the movies or you like to party, it isn’t always studying at FSU but make sure to balance your social life and your school life and you’re good to go! FSU is an incredible institution.

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2023
    Delivery Type: On Campus
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    My dream school

    I’ve always admired FSU from when I was a younger. I dreamt of coming here. I was excited when I got accepted here. I admire the environment and atmosphere here. There is a plethora of options to et involved in. The education is truly amazing and wonderful.

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Tallahassee, Florida
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    Beautiful scenery

    Florida state university has a beautiful scenery with awesome buildings. The campus is attractive and beautiful, quality teachers to help the students in any form of needs or issues. Accomodations are low price and cheap, I will recommend florida state university

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2019
    Delivery Type: On Campus
    Campus: Tallahassee, Florida
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    Amazing Academics

    For all accounting majors!! The Florida State College of Business offers many worthwhile opportunities for accounting students. The lectures are fairly average and we occasionally have guest speakers from accounting firms who share their experiences and give helpful advice. Beta Alpha Psi is a reputable accounting/finance firm offering many job and internship opportunities at the Big 4 accounting firms. They are extremely resourceful and will help you build your career as an accountant.

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
    Delivery Type: Blended
    Campus: Tallahassee, Florida
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    Good campus food

    There is a wide variety in Tallahassee, whether you have cash to spend or need to scrape together your last pennies for a meal. I love campus restaurants, but I don’t have a meal plan. I love restaurants in Tallahassee.

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    Programme: Accounting
    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2024
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    Beautiful Institution

    Florida State University has shaped my life in many ways and I couldn’t be more grateful for that. The beautiful institution and the hardworking professors makes studying at FSU worthwhile and also made me the person I am today. The university offers a good range of options when it comes to accommodation , the housing process is quite easy, The food quality is okay. I love the dining options in and around campus. so much diversity and great prices too. FSU is a fantastic institution I must say

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    Degree: Bachelor's
    Graduation: 2023
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