BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance Degree in LondonReceive exemptions from the ACCA qualification
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Mode of Study |
UCAS Course Code |
2 year accelerated |
NNK3 |
2 year extended (incl 8 month foundation stage) |
2435 |
3 years |
NN4H |
3 year extended (incl 8 month foundation stage) |
NN4J |
To reference UCAS course codes for our other BSc degree pathways please click here.
Mode of attendance
The University of Plymouth BA Programme at Greenwich School of Management can be studied full time only which comprises of 6 semesters over 24 months.
Starting Dates
The BA Programme has enrolment dates in February, June and October each year.
Programme fees
2 year accelerated degree
| EU Students | Non-EU Students | |
| Year one | £4,500 | £10,425 |
| Year two | £4,500 | £10,425 |
| £9,000 | £20,850 |
2 year Extended Degree (+ 8 month foundation stage)
| EU Students | Non-EU Students | |
| Year one | £4,500 | £10,425 |
| Year two | £4,500 | £10,425 |
| Year three (8 months) | £3,375 | £6,950 |
| £12,375 | £27,800 |
3 year Degree
| EU Students | Non-EU Students | |
| Year one | £3,375 | £6,950 |
| Year two | £3,375 | £6,950 |
| Year three | £3,375 | £6,950 |
| £10,125 | £20,850 |
3 year Extended Degree (+ 8 month foundation stage)
| EU Students | Non-EU Students | |
| Year one | £3,375 | £6,950 |
| Year two | £3,375 | £6,950 |
| Year three | £3,375 | £6,950 |
| Year four (8 months) | £3,375 | £6,950 |
| £13,500 | £27,800 |
Programme structure
There are three stages to the programme. Students study six subjects at each stage: three subjects in any semester. Each stage takes eight months (two semesters) to complete.The whole degree programme takes twenty-four months (six semesters) to complete.
Assessment
The assessment of students is made on a continuous basis, taking programme work, group project work and examination results into consideration. Formal examinations take place at the end of every semester at the School.
Examinations will account for 70% of student assessment.
Students on all Bachelor degree Programmes at GSoM will be required to complete an independent project based assignment, allowing them to carry out research in a specific area of study related to their chosen pathway.
Continuous assessment throughout the degree, emulates the business environment by placing an emphasis on the consistent intensity of work demands.
Exam Fees
Exam registration - £10 per exam
Admission Requirements
An applicant must normally be 18 years of age at the start of the programme and as a minimum have obtained:
2 ‘A’ Level Passes or equivalent qualifications including foreign qualifications.
or
NQF Level 3 qualification including the GSoM Degree Foundation Programmes
Other qualifications may be considered equivalent including Access courses (subject to approval by the UoP Business School), and the International Baccalaureate.
Applications from candidates who lack the normal course entry requirements are positively encouraged. In such cases, the Admissions Tutors must be satisfied that the applicant has the necessary potential, knowledge or experience and motivation to follow the course successfully. Candidates with non standard qualifications will be invited to attend for interview.
Mature applicants with evidence of full-time work experience supported by a reference from their employer may be considered on their individual merits. To find out if you qualify for a Bachelors degree at GSoM speak to a Course Advisor on 0208 516 7800 or email enquiry@greenwich-college.ac.uk
Accreditation of prior learning – partial exemptions can be obtained from the BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance programme subject to the University of Plymouth Academic regulations and dependent on the compatibility of previous study. Each case is considered on its own merit.
If your first language is not English you will be required to demonstrate English Language proficiency at IELTS band 6 or above. Please feel free to call our Admissions Advisors on +44 (0) 208 516 7800 or email enquiry@greenwich-college.ac.uk for information about English Language requirements.
If you are unsure if you qualify or would like advice concerning your eligibility for your chosen programme please contact a Course Advisor at the School on +44 (0) 208 516 7800 or by email enquiry@greenwich-college.ac.uk.
The Greenwich School of Management Course Advisors are available for informal personal consultations to help you ensure you choose the right programme compatible with your career and educational goals. If you would like to arrange an appointment please contact our Course Advice Team.
How to make an application
To make an application you must send us the following information:
- Your completed GSoM Application Form
Application forms are available in your prospectus pack or you can click the 'Apply' link to the right and complete the form online. If you need any help or advice before completing the application form please call the School and speak to a course advisor who will advise you. You are also welcome to visit the school where we can assist with completing your application. - The GSoM International Student Declaration Form
If you require a Student Visa to study in the UK you will be required to complete this form. Click here to download a copy of the International Student Declaration Form. - Copies of your qualifications as listed on your application form.
- Your CV / Resume detailing your educational and professional achievements.
- A Reference from a place of study or an employer. - References must be on letterhead paper, signed and dated by your referee.
- A photocopy of the relevant pages of your passport. - For example front cover, personal details page and any pages indicating relevant visas or migration stamps.
- The Application Fee of £130. This can be paid by cheque or postal order made payable to 'Greenwich School of Management Ltd'. Credit/Debit Card, or by Bank Transfer (click here for the GSoM account details). The application fee is entirely refundable should you not be accepted.
Send the above to the Admissions Department at GSoM either by post or email:
Email: admissions@greenwich-college.ac.uk
Admissions
Greenwich School of Management
Royal Hill
Greenwich
London
SE10 8RD
To email your application, scan and attach your documentation and arrange the application fee payment as above. If you wish you can submit an application in person.
Level of Entry
For information on programme entry requirements please click on the 'entry requirements' tab above.
UCAS Applicants
If you would like to apply through UCAS you will not need to complete the application form detailed above.
Please contact our Course Advisors on 0208 516 7800 with your UCAS ID number (the 10 digit number beginning with '10') and details of the course you would like to study and we may be able to process your application over the phone.
If you would like to register with UCAS please visit their website: www.ucas.com for more information.
UCAS Code Information
Greenwich School of Management
Institution code name: GSoM
Institution code: G74
Registration
On receipt of your application form and enclosures the School will assess your application and:
- Accept your application if you are qualified for the programme. (If you are not qualified the School may suggest an alternative programme that suits your needs and qualifications).
- Forward to you an acceptance letter and statement of fees. These letters will inform you of the date that you should enrol and the duration and cost of the programme.
Enrolment
- You should arrive at Greenwich School of Management on the date specified on your acceptance letter.
- You will be expected to pay your tuition fees on or before enrolment. If you would like to arrange a payment plan you will need to visit our Bursar to discuss.
Further Information
- Tuition fees are payable in advance (instalment plans are available by arrangement).
- Tuition fees are non-refundable.
- The registration fee is refundable should the School be unable to accept you.
- Overseas students are reminded that they must comply with Home Office regulations on immigration, particularly with respect to attendance.A medical certificate must support absences due to illness.
- Programme details may be subject to alteration. Programmes will only take place if justified by demand.
- All fees are inclusive of Government taxes. Students must adhere to the regulations relating to their programme.
- The Students’ Union Fee of £10 may be paid on enrolment.
- The admission requirements stated for the programmes represent the minimum entry standard. Greenwich School of Management and the University of Plymouth reserve the right to require entry standards above the minimum.
- The School reserves the right to refuse to accept or to enrol any student
Programme Modules
Academic year 1
Module Description
The Study Skills module is intended to provide the foundations for undertaking undergraduate studies. It will address potential problems by providing the development for good academic practice. It is important to make explicit the criteria and standards applied in assessing students’ work and accordingly this module aims to initiate an understanding of such requirements.
Module Description
All operational and strategic business policies have legal implications which impinge upon managerial responsibilities. In particular the nature of contracts, liability, (contract and tort) and employment is subject to legal constraints which affect their actions. Additionally, EU law is influential on the operation of companies. This module examines the ways in which managerial decisions relate to the legal framework as well as commercial and financial factors.
Module Description
One of the essential tasks of managers is to take rational decisions about resource allocation, output and the optimum size of operations. This entails knowledge of basic economic theory and its application to operational decisions. Additionally, the influence of the macroeconomic environment is an important element in decision taking and therefore it is necessary to understand the relationship between changes in this environment and the impact on business policies.
Module Description
This module is designed to offer an introduction to the role of the accountant and how this can be affected by the business environment. It provides the basis on which later management elements are taught.
Module Description
This module is designed to offer a sound introduction to financial accounting. This module provides the basis on which later financial reporting modules and to a certain extent the management accounting modules depend.
» Introduction to Finance (Techniques)
Module Description
This module is designed to familiarise students with the language and the mathematics of the subject. It will also develop students’ awareness of information available to them using the internet and the financial newspapers. Additionally it will make them aware of the status of London as a financial centre and help them to understand the financial markets, institutions and basic financial products.
Academic year 2
Module Description
This module is designed to expose students to the mechanisms of financial accounting and reporting. Companies report to their external stakeholders on their financial performance, balance sheet and cash flow statement thus it will also introduce students to financial reports based upon international accounting standards.
» Introduction to Management Accounting
Module Description
This module offers the basis for management accounting and is essential for the development of more advanced management accounting later in the programme. Recent events in the world of banking have demonstrated the need to have sound control and risk management measures in place.
Module Description
This module is designed to offer an understanding of the principles of financial management which provides the basis for growth and financial success. It ensures sufficient long term capital and good control of working capital. This module will introduce students to the current financial environment, the financial institutions in place and the regulatory authorities. The three areas of sources of capital, the investment and dividend decision will be considered.
» Business Organisation and Policy
Module Description
This module demonstrates the impact of environmental factors, including governmental factors on the size, structure and strategic policies of business organisations. It illustrates how organisations are adapted to change and the appearance of new opportunities and outside pressures.
Module Description
This module is concerned with the management skills involved in promoting the effectiveness of human resources in organisations, and in particular developing the motivation of staff. It will evaluate methods gaining the support of individuals and groups to cooperate with new policies in the face of organisational change. Causes of conflict at work and policies designed for its reduction will be appraised.
Module Description
Management decisions depend upon both qualitative and quantitative information and involve communication with other managers and frequently other companies. This module demonstrates the technology of handling information and demonstrates how computers have taken over from traditional methods of communicating, storing and retrieving information. It also familiarises students with the hardware and software available to meet business needs.
Academic year 3
Module Description
This module is designed to enable students to understand the nature, importance and sources of relevant information on which sound decisions can be based. The module offers students the opportunity to develop an understanding of the complexity involved in the design and conduct of empirical research in the area of finance.
» Corporate Financial Management
Module Description
This module will introduce students to the complexities of financial management in a world of globalization. In an increasingly complex financial environment companies are investing in assets in overseas markets. This gives rise to issues of international investment appraisal as well as interest rate and foreign exchange risk management. Different growth strategies are used by organisations, including mergers and acquisitions, the applicable financial measurements and the strategic implications of these will also be covered within this module.
Module Description
This module builds on the earlier Accounting for Decisions module at level 2. It is concerned with strategic management accounting and financial planning and control in a modern organization.
» Advanced Financial Reporting
Module Description
This module will introduce students to the complex issues of financial reporting and the methods used to interpret the financial statements of companies. Company financial accountants need a range of competences to prepare financial statements in an increasingly complex world.
One of the following modules:
» Logistics and Operations Management
Module Description
This module is concerned with the most effective methods of creating goods and services. It relates the various operations such as design, handling and controlling component activities, scheduling and planning inputs and outputs, networking, allocating resources and controlling quality. It also contrasts problems and solutions in different types of business.
Module Description
At a time of globalisation of markets managers find new opportunities for profitable expansion. In order to take advantage of these, marketing policies need to take into account financial, organisational and cultural problems of expansion overseas, and the promotional techniques effective in different markets. This module examines these techniques and evaluates the merits of alternative policies.
Module Description
This module examines the nature of corporate strategy and the reasons for setting long term corporate objectives. It also demonstrates the interlinking between strategy, resources recruitment, the markets and the technology employed and finances available. The external factors affecting strategy and the impact on the size and structure of organisations are also considered.
All students will be required to complete the following:
Module Description
The management of organisations entails drawing upon knowledge and skills across a range of accounting and finance functions. The assessment for this module will be project based and will afford students the opportunity to explore an accounting and/or finance topic and propose considered solutions for the advancement of a business.
The University of Plymouth is consistently ranked in the top 50% of British universities and has recently been awarded the prestigious accolade of being one of the top five modern universities in the UK.
The University, with over thirty thousand students studying on and off campus, is one of the largest in the country and is renowned for its reputation in offering an outstanding student experience across all faculties. With its continued focus on innovation and teaching, the University has successfully brought about a number of partnerships which is evidenced in the continual development of programmes offered here at Greenwich School of Management.
In addition to the various teaching accolades that have been awarded to the University of Plymouth, there have also been government funded programmes for excellence in Teaching and Learning, as well as 12 National Teaching Fellows. Moreover, in light of the changing socio-economic factors facing both Universities and students, Plymouth has been chosen to pilot a national two year degree programme for the public sector.
With the Vice-Chancellor’s aim of marking the University of Plymouth as ‘the enterprise university’ and being a world-leading postgraduate and doctoral research institution, the University is undoubtedly a leading player in British higher education.
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