Accounting

The study of accounting can be regarded as either a specialist professional area in itself or as a basic tool which can be applied across the broad spectrum of business or non-profit organisations.

If you study accounting at undergraduate level, you may decide to embark on a career in one of these careers:

• Financial accounting: accountant or auditor in a chartered accountancy practice, industry, or the public sector.
• Management accounting: business consultant or financial manager in a manufacturing, service, or consultancy organisation.

You can further develop your knowledge with postgraduate study leading to more senior or specialised career roles in both financial and management accounting.

An academic career specialising in accounting is also an option when you complete either an undergraduate or a postgraduate degree.