Accounting and Finance

About this programme

The BSc Accounting and Finance programme from the University of London equips you with a practical and highly complementary combination of skills. Designed by the London School of Economics and Political Science – ranked top 10 globally for accounting and finance ¹ – this online programme is ideal for those seeking professional accreditation or applicable knowledge to advance their career. Understand how and why organisations calculate, report and evaluate financial and accounting information. Master a variety of practical accounting and finance techniques, and learn when and how to apply them. Explore the complex ways broader market and economic forces affect modern organisations. The LSE Departments of Accounting and Finance operate at the forefront of research and teaching. The academics within these departments design interdisciplinary programmes that explore the integral roles accounting and finance play in modern society. This programme challenges you to look beyond numbers. It will sharpen your analytical, logical reasoning and quantitative skills, helping you understand the broad implications of the financial decisions made by individuals, organisations and institutions. Build a strong quantitative foundation. In addition to mathematics, statistics and economics, you’ll take courses on the core principles of accounting and finance. Apply theory to real-world issues. Through more advanced accounting and finance courses, you’ll learn how financial data is used to make strategic decisions.