BSc Business and Management (Accounting)
This pathway enables you to specialise in financial and management accounting within the wider context of business and management.
At a glance
- A practically orientated degree, preparing you for a wide range of career destinations within the business and accounting world
- Diverse ways of learning, from small group seminars to large lectures taught by academics and market practitioners
- Specialise in topics such as International Accounting and Business Strategy
- Subject area(s)
- Business & Management
- Start Date
- September 2024
- Duration
- 3 years (4 years with placement year/study abroad)
- Attendance
- Full-time
- UCAS Code
- N400/N401/N402
- Programme Director
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Alisher Erkaboev
Overview
The BSc Business and Management (Accounting) pathway enables you to study core business and management topics with a specialist focus in accounting. You will develop skills and knowledge that can help prepare you for a wide range of career destinations.
In the first year you will study core modules introducing you to topics such as Markets, Marketing and Management, Management Debates and Developing Professional Excellence. This will give you a firm grounding of knowledge which can be applied to current business problems.
In your second year you will build upon the fundamentals of business and explore more comprehensive areas of accounting such as International Corporate Financial Accounting, Management Accounting and Business Strategy.
In the third year you will have the option to apply for a one-year paid work placement. Placements are a great opportunity to enhance your CV, further develop your skills and apply your knowledge in a real work environment.
In your final year you will explore areas of accounting at a more advanced level. You will have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of optional modules, allowing you to tailor your degree towards your own interests and career goals.
Our BSc Business and Management pathways have been designed to allow you to focus your degree even further and tailor it to your specific interests. Here is a guide to help you understand them.
In year one of your studies you will focus on gaining core knowledge of Business and Management. The content of the first year will be the same for all pathways as well as the general BSc Business and Management degree. At the end of year one you will be able to transfer to a pathway of your choice or continue general programme. You are not tied to a specific pathway at this point.
| Year of study | % weight of modules |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 100% compulsory modules (all pathways) |
In year two you will gain a more in-depth understanding of Business and Management. You will now start to focus your degree further with modules that are specific to the pathway of your choice. Some pathways give you the opportunity to start to tailor your degree with optional modules. At the end of the second year, you will not be able to choose a different pathway again, although you will have the opportunity to transfer back to the general programme.
| Year of study | % weight of modules |
|---|---|
| Year 2 | 50% compulsory modules (all pathways) |
| 50% mix of further compulsory and/or optional modules (pathway dependent) |
Between your second and final year you will have the option to do a work placement or study abroad year. Opting for the year can be beneficial for your career prospects and considerably enhance your CV, setting you on the right path for a successful career.
| Year of study |
|---|
| Work Placement/Study Abroad (Optional) |
In your final year you will consolidate your knowledge, preparing you to enter the world of work. You will have more flexibility with optional modules, with compulsory modules still relevant to the pathway you have chosen.
| Year of study | % weight of modules |
|---|---|
| Final year | 100% mix of optional and compulsory modules (pathway dependent) |
Part 1
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
Management Debates: ways of thinking about business (MM1F19)This module introduces students to key ideas and debates that pertain to the study of business and management. It exposes students to the intellectual foundations on which many well-known management frameworks are built. In doing so it requires students to consider business decisions from different disciplinary perspectives including economics, psychology, history and law, and to recognise the value of these competing viewpoints. Academic authors
Professor Peter Miskell
|
40 Credits |
Business in Practice: Markets, Marketing and Management (MM1F20)The aim of this module is to provide students with a foundation in business and management practices and theories. These provide the necessary context when students specialise in their later studies. Read moreThe module will introduce students to the competitive environment, markets, strategy, marketing, operations, organisational behaviour and entrepreneurship. While students will learn the core concepts which underpin these areas, they will also gain an understanding of the inter-relationships between them. While there is a strong emphasis on key theories and frameworks, students will be required to apply them to current business cases which will help them as they start their careers in whatever industry they choose. Academic authors
Dr Andrew Hull
|
20 Credits |
Business in Practice: Accounting for Managers (MM1F27)The aim of this module is to provide students with a foundation in how businesses use accounting information. It will introduce students to management accounting and financial accounting, and it will provide the necessary foundation in accounting to allow them to specialise in their later studies Academic authors
Sue Blackett
Sian Weatherburn
|
20 Credits |
Business in Practice: Data Analytics (MM1F28)Acquiring, managing, and analysing data is an important business activity that allows organisations to make strategic use of their data assets. Read moreAnalysing historical data can give companies insight on how to optimise a wide range of functions related to accounting and management. Furthermore, constructing predictive models can facilitate the process of classifying future events and making informed data-driven decisions. This introductory module aims to expose students to key concepts in data analytics by introducing two stages of data analytics (a) descriptive analytics and (b) predictive analytics, as well as visualisation techniques for qualitatively summarising data. Academic authors
Dr Markos Kyritsis
|
20 Credits |
Developing Professional Excellence (MM1F29)The module focuses on developing students’ understanding of the graduate and placement recruitment process from the perspective of the recruiter and the organisations. For that purpose, the module draws on the skills and learning from the first two terms to provide students with an experience of the recruitment process, beginning to end. Read moreThe module will enable the students to use their learning so far to appreciate the economics of recruitment, the context of different organisations (businesses and sectors), the different talent management strategies and needs, the rationale for employing specific process and procedures, and what are the next steps in developing a successful, high-performing and engaged workforce. The module is designed to be delivered in the summer of part 1. The lectures and seminars run ahead of placements and internships applications. Therefore, it equips the students to make better choices and improved applications, strengthening their success rate of obtaining placements, internship and future jobs upon graduation. Academic authors
Dr Tatiana Rowson
Dr Can Ererdi
|
20 Credits |
Part 2
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
Management Accounting (AC201)This module introduces the theory and practice of management accounting in relation to organisational decision-making, planning, control and performance evaluation. Read moreThis module aims to provide students with an understanding of the techniques, principles and underlying concepts relating to the provision and use of financial information in organisational decision-making, planning and control. This involves a consideration of the technical language and practices of management accounting, their location within the organisational and business context, and the theoretical and empirical evidence concerning the development and current practice of management accounting. |
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
International Corporate Financial Reporting (AC216)This module looks closely at the content and application of a range of international financial reporting standards. Read moreThis module aims to develop and add to the knowledge, understanding and skills of financial accounting and reporting acquired on the level 4 modules Introductory International Financial Accounting A and B (AC105a and AC105b), and Introduction to Accounting (AC101 or AC110) ). The module also aims to foster in students, an inquiring and critical attitude towards issues in financial accounting and reporting. Academic authors
Dr Ekililu Salifu
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Building competitive advantage: Business Strategy and Operations (MM296) |
20 Credits |
Managing work and people: Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Mgt (MM297) |
20 Credits |
Social Responsibility in Action (MM298) |
20 Credits |
You will also take 20 credits of optional modules at Part 2.
Example modules include (please note that all modules are subject to change):
- Sales and Business Development [20 credits]
- Introduction to the Management of Information Systems [20 credits]
- Comparative International Management [20 credits]
- Consumer Behaviour [20 credits]
Part 3
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
Advanced Management Accounting (AC302)This module builds on the concepts and techniques of management accounting introduced in AC107 and AC220 or AC 208. Management accounting may be seen as a way of providing information in three main areas: costing, decision-making, and planning and control. Read moreThe emphasis of this module will mainly be on the last two areas (i.e., decision making and planning and control). In reality, however, it is often difficult to separate any one area from the other two. For example, standard costing provides costing information which is then used as a tool for planning and control. This module aims to further develop students’ critical understanding of the role of management accounting in organisational decision making and control. It seeks to provide students with a critical conceptual and technical understanding of management accounting tools and techniques relating to the provision and use of financial and managerial information in organisational decision-making, planning and control. An emphasis is placed on the strategically focused organisation in the modern business environment.Academic authors
Dr Ed Tew
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Advanced International Financial Reporting (AC312)This module looks closely at a number of international financial reporting standards and at the preparation of consolidated financial statements. Academic authors
Dr Lei Tao
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Developing Personal Leadership (MM304)
This module is specifically aimed at giving students a comprehensive view on personal leadership development and how to plan their own leadership skills strategy. The students will be expected to examine the concepts, theories, and evidence needed to develop their understanding and competencies associated with leadership development and explore different approaches for leadership development planning and action. This includes developing self-awareness, contextual awareness and how to design a learning agenda.
Read more
MDF TBC Academic authors
Dr Tatiana Rowson
Dr Linghe Lei
|
20 |
You will also take 60 credits of optional modules in Part 3.
Example modules include (please note that all modules are subject to change):
| Optional modules | Credits |
|---|---|
Project Management (MM396)Projects have become an important mode of organising work in many organisations and industries in response to the need to develop and deliver complex one-off goods and services and to manage change initiatives. Read moreThis module is designed to provide the theoretical and practical grounding for those working in and leading projects. The assignment includes project-based group activities to develop critical understanding of tools and techniques in practice. Academic authors
Nigel Spinks
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
The Dark Side of Marketing (MM3104)The module considers exactly what it says – the dark side of marketing. Marketing is often presented as a solution to business problems. But marketing can itself cause problems for consumers. Read moreThis module focuses on exploring the conflicting, controversial and moral challenges facing marketing in specific contexts. We will be discussing the non-traditional and unspoken yet critical topics of marketing practice. Our focus areas are those having a global impact and that touch upon pretty much every individual on the planet. It is an integrative module that combines marketing with other science subjects (eg., nutrition, law and others). This module will explore marketing and its effects on consumers’ physical and mental well-being and alleged exploitation of vulnerable consumers. This module is critical, applied and contemporary. It looks at current issues and asks how you can use your marketing skills to help resolve some practical consumer and societal problems, and how marketing should be transparent, honest and true. We will explore ways to make consumer lives truly better, easier and happier. This is NOT a traditional or foundational marketing module but one that will challenge the very way you view and think about marketing. In this module we will explore marketing that you perhaps didn’t know existed. Academic authors
Dr Irute Karanicholas
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Strategy and International Business (MM303)This module provides an introduction to the variety of strategic issues confronting managers of multinational enterprises (MNEs), both within the firm and in the global marketplace. Read moreStrategy and International Business helps students understand the classic components of a strategy and international business. It examines the factors that influence the development and the competitive positioning of multinational enterprises (MNEs). This requires an understanding of both the external international business environment and the internal nature of the firm, its strategy, structure and financial management. A firm’s strategy provides the context within which managers decid e what to do, and what not to do, with respect to resource allocation, market selection and organizational development. Academic authors
Dr Quyen Nguyen
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Institutions and Emerging Firms (MM308)As the global economic dominance shifts away from the USA and Europe, an understanding of firms originating from emerging economies is essential. Read moreThis module aims to introduce frameworks that allow description and understanding of national institutions and competitive dynamics related to emerging economies such as China, Russia, Brazil, India and South Africa. It aims to explore the features of emerging economies firms, their continuities and changes, as well as the associated opportunities and risks in relation to their business operation. The module aims to provide students with an understanding of how managers can address challenges of different national institutions in product markets, labour markets and financial markets in the face of competition. Academic authors
Dr Denise Tsang
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Management in Media Industries (MM397)This module engages in a detailed analysis of the media industry. Fundamental economic questions are considered, along with the strategic choices facing media organisations. Students are introduced to the key challenges facing firms within the industry, and are invited to consider the role of media organisations in shaping contemporary society. Read moreThe module aims to provide students with an enhanced understanding of:
Academic authors
Dr Marrisa Joseph
Dr Anna De Amicis
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Information systems and digital business (MM3101)Information systems are the means by which people and organisations, utilising technologies, gather, process, store, use and disseminate information. Digital business makes effective use of information systems to enable organisations to create value throughout the value chain. Read moreThis module covers key concepts, theories, techniques, and issues towards an e-enterprise. It emphasises the importance of aligning business and IT strategies through an understanding of the structure and function of information processed by IT systems from both business and technical perspectives. Academic authors
Professor Keiichi Nakata
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Social Enterprise (MM379)This is an interactive and practical module aiming to give students a comprehensive introduction to the social enterprise sector. By the end of this module students will be able to: • Understand the role of the social enterprise in society Academic authors
Dr Amal Ahmadi
|
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Corporate Strategy (MM393)This module turns attention from companies with a single primary line of business to the strategies of multi-business firms, termed corporate strategy. Corporate strategy is concerned with the scope of the firm, requiring policy choices over the selection of industries and markets in which to compete. Read moreIt includes choices over diversification, vertical integration, acquisitions, and the allocation of resources among different businesses. Creating advantage at the corporate level requires differentiating from competitors rather than mimicking them, making corporate decisions in an integrated manner, and recognizing the trade-offs in organizational choices arising from the fact that multi-business firms can add value to their underlying businesses in many ways. Academic authors
Dr Angela Garcia Calvo
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20 [10 ECTS credits] |
*The module or course content descriptions set out on this page are correct for those being taught in the current academic year. Modules or course content marked as optional are indicative and may be subject to change. Please note, constraints in timetable scheduling may mean you are unable to take some optional modules at the same time as others.
Our undergraduate degrees are taught through a mix of lectures, group projects and interactive classroom lessons. This gives you the opportunity to discuss, explore and then apply the subject content in depth with your lecturers and fellow students.
Through exploring and tackling real-world challenges, you will also be able to develop your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Modules are assessed through written assignments, in-class tests, group presentations and formal examinations. This helps you graduate as a rounded individual and develops your transferable skills, which are highly sought after by leading graduate employers.
Each academic year you will be required to complete a number of compulsory and optional modules, totalling 120 credits. A typical 10 credit module requires a total of 100 hours of study. This includes contact hours with lecturers as well as independent study.
Tuition fees for undergraduates at University of Reading are:
- £9,250 a year, for the full course duration, for UK if you started your undergraduate course in September 2020 onwards*.
*This fee capped for the full duration of your course.
Your fees will be fully covered by a loan from the Student Loan Company, in line with its published repayment terms and conditions.
Government Funding
UK students can get government loans to help towards their living costs, known as ‘maintenance loans’. If you choose to take out both a fees loan and a maintenance loan, these will be rolled together and repaid only after graduation through the tax system, as a proportion of your income over £25,000.
UK/Republic of Ireland fee changes
UK/Republic of Ireland undergraduate tuition fees are regulated by the UK government. These fees are subject to parliamentary approval and any decision on raising the tuition fees cap for new UK students would require the formal approval of both Houses of Parliament before it becomes law.
EU student fees
With effect from 1 August 2021, new EU students will pay international tuition fees. For exceptions, please read the UK government’s guidance for EU students.
The International Undergraduate 2024/25 fee level for this programme is £22,350. There may be financial support available - consult your local British Council/Education Counselling Service.
Please see the University's financial pages for further information on international fees.
Typical offer
A Level: ABB
International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall
GCSE: Maths and English at grade B (5).
BTEC: DDD
Contextual offer
A Level: BBC
For more information on contextual offers, please visit the University of Reading webpage
You can apply online for all of our courses via the national admissions service, UCAS.
Henley Careers
Our aim at Henley Careers is to empower and enable you to leave the Business School confident in being able to progress your career forward successfully.
We are committed to enable you to take a strong career leadership approach to your career planning. We will work with you to help you understand yourself better, as well as truly understand the obstacles and opportunities around you. Research both at Henley and other leading Business Schools shows that people who are self-reliant and usually achieve higher levels of success. We therefore encourage your job search to be driven by you and your needs, but along the way, we provide you with advice and insight regarding your strategy.
You can book a telephone or video appointment with your dedicated Careers Consultant to get support and advice for your career planning or professional development. We also hold numerous events to help you learn about different careers and develop your skills, such as Monday Night Employer Panels, Success Studios and Resilient You.
A work placement offers you an enormous range of benefits – both during your degree and beyond.
On most of our undergraduate courses you can choose to do a 9 to 12-month placement in your third year, before returning to complete your final year at the Business School. This will appear on your degree transcript and offers many of the following benefits:
- Put your learning into practice
- Enhance your CV by developing sought-after skills such as time and project management, teamwork, commercial awareness, and communication
- Build a professional network - a successful work placement can lead to the offer of a permanent role with the same organisation upon graduation
- Gain a wealth of knowledge, experience and transferable skills to set you on the right path for a successful career
- Gain insight into the real world of business
How we support you
Our dedicated placement team, who all have a background in industry and graduate recruitment, will provide you with expert advice and guidance – from helping choosing the right Industry Placement through to supporting you while working during your third year.
You will start to consider what kind of work placement you would like to pursue in your first year. Students returning from their work placement will give presentations and share their experiences with you, providing a valuable insight into what you can expect.
You will receive ongoing support during your work placement, with your tutor visiting twice during the year to discuss your experience and performance. You will also develop and agree a training plan with your placement tutor and line manager.
Work placement destinations
Recognising that the majority of our students prefer to remain in and around Reading during their placement year we work with leading graduate employers in the region.
We also encourage and support students who wish to do their placement year in London, or other cities in the UK or abroad.
Study abroad
Most undergraduate students have the opportunity to benefit from our international links and spend time studying overseas. Find out more: https://studyabroad.reading.ac.uk/outgoing/
Contact us
If you have any questions regarding Accounting, Business & Management Courses, please contact us by:
Email: UG-BMAP@henley.ac.ukTelephone: +44 (0)118 378 5058
