Accounting and Finance (MA)NN43

This programme combines the study of accounting and finance to prepare you for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations. Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as: authentic leadershipethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviourentrepreneurial practiceeffective communication Business School competency framework This will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including: accountancy and financestrategymarketinghuman resource managementdata analyticsentrepreneurship and innovation Accountancy is the fastest-growing area of business activity. The ability to measure financial information and make projections affects economic and organisational decision-making at all levels. Financial accountants report on the performance of an organisation, and management accountants provide financial information to help with planning and strategy. We offer a supportive environment where you can grow and develop. Our Student Experience Team offers an extensive range of personal and professional services to support you on your undergraduate journey. We provide a variety of opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies. You can find more on the teams' sites: Student Experience TeamStudent Development Team You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches: Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4) Edinburgh Awards You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes. This degree offers the opportunity to study abroad in Year 3. More information can be found in the below section ‘Where you will study’. Our school and programmes are accredited by a range of world-leading business education organisations and professional bodies. We have strong links to the world of practice through: researchconsultancyteaching This ensures that our school and programmes are: attuned to world-leading thinking and practice in Business Educationactively and continuously engaging with, and responding to the needs of employers It also ensures that you will be work-ready and prepared for entering the diverse range of globally available career opportunities post-graduation. Details of our accreditation and rankings This programme holds double accreditation from major international ranking bodies: Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) This Accounting and Finance programme is also accredited by the: Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS)Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)Association of International Accountants (AIA)Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) The proposed structure of the degree will allow you to be exempt from a number of subjects should you choose to take a professional accounting examination after graduating. You can apply to join through the graduate entry route and will be awarded the appropriate exemptions based upon our existing accreditation arrangements with the respective accountancy organisation when you enroll for their professional examinations. Professional membership to a professional accountancy organisation is subject to: the terms and conditions specifiedpassing the required examinationshaving a minimum period of work-related experience stipulated by the accountancy organisation Other terms and conditions may also apply. Check with the relevant accountancy organisation for full details. Successful completion of the examinations and attainment of professional membership status is regarded as a highly coveted and respected accounting qualification worldwide.