BA (HONOURS) Accounting and Economics at Sheffield Hallam University

Course summary

• Obtain a broad understanding of accounting and economics within the business environment.
• Learn to practically apply theoretical concepts.
• Study from evolving course content to reflect the continually changing world economy.
• Undertake an one year optional paid work placement.
• Over 90% of our graduates secure jobs or go on to further study within six months of graduation.

This course will help you develop a broad understanding of accounting and economics but give you the ability to specialise in accounting or economics in your final year.

Future careers

The course is focused on maximising your ability to gain employment in accounting, finance and economics roles, although the skills and knowledge you acquire do not limit you to working in these areas. With this degree, you can pursue a career in roles such as

• economist
• economic analyst
• economics researcher
• business / data analyst
• management accountant
• financial accountant
• business manager

Our top undergraduate employers for previous economics or accounting graduates are

• Asda
• BAE Systems
• The Civil Service
• The Bank of England
• Lloyds Banking Group
• Barclays Capital
• HSBC
• Oxford Economics
• PwC
• Bloomberg
• Capita
• Ernst & Young
• KPMG
• Deloitte

On successful graduation, you can apply for exemptions from a number of professional accountancy body examinations. The vocational nature of this course and the optional work placement, places you in a strong position in the graduate employment market. It also enables you to progress to the higher level of these qualifications and gain professional recognition more quickly.