Accounting and Financial Management and Economics Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

This course helps you to understand the role of accounting and financial management within an organisation, as well as providing a solid grounding in modern economic theory and techniques of applied economic analysis.

This three-year dual honours course blends the study of accounting and financial management within organisations, with a comprehensive understanding of modern economic theory and will provide you with the techniques of applied economic analysis.

Your time will be evenly divided between the Sheffield University Management School and the School of Economics, allowing you to learn from the expertise of academics in both schools, who will bring their storied careers to your teaching.

You’ll spend your first year building up a solid grounding of both subjects and hone your skills in the mathematical methods required for the course.

In your second and third year, you will have the opportunity to tailor the degree to your interests, selecting multiple modules to specialise the course.

From day one, you’ll be supported by our accomplished teaching staff, including some of the top economic experts in their fields. The passion for their subject will be brought to every teaching session that you have.

Accreditation

The Management School is Triple Crown accredited by AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB.

This course is accredited by the following bodies for the purpose of eligibility for Associate membership and exemption from some professional examinations: Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

Why study this course?

* Triple Crown accredited - Sheffield University Management School is accredited by AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB. This global mark of excellence guarantees the highest standards in teaching, research and student experience – and it means your degree carries real weight with employers worldwide. The course also benefits from professional exemptions from ACCA, CIMA, CPA Australia, ICAEW and CIPFA, which means you'll have a head start in becoming a qualified chartered accountant.


* Dedicated employability team - Based in the school, the team supports you to get placements and internships, work with industry to ensure you develop the most in-demand skills and support you with career planning and CV workshops.


* Project-based internships - You will have the opportunity to take part in a micro-internship for one week in the Easter break. Working in a group, you’ll respond to a client brief from an external organisation to gain valuable, real-world experience. You’ll be supported by employability experts and receive tailored training as part of a safe, scaffolded introduction to professional practice.


* Community and wellbeing - The Management School runs a series of Balance and Belonging events, providing you with the opportunity to get to know your peers and students on other courses, and feel a sense of belonging within the school. We also have a variety of student societies based at the Management School.


* Student voice - We listen to our students and adapt teaching approaches and module content on a semester-by-semester basis, making sure your learning stays relevant to you and the changing business world.