**course overview** - our ba (hons) accounting and business course, based at our burnley campus, offers you the opportunity to gain a solid grounding in accounting, and an understanding of the other aspects of the business environment. - this course gives you the opportunity to specialise in two disciplines, providing you with a greater career choice and a range of highly transferable skills. you’ll be based at our burnley campus in pennine lancashire, where you’ll benefit from small class sizes and a friendly, supportive learning environment. - if you’re interested in a financial career within the accountancy profession, industry or commerce, you’ll gain a sound understanding of accounting and financial studies. it would also be of interest to those seeking a broader career in a business enterprise working in operations, management and business development with a strong understanding of financial management that drives business strategy and decisions. - you’ll learn the skills necessary to interpret financial information and make management decisions in a wide range of business situations. **why study with us** - accounting at the university is 1st in the uk for learning opportunities and 1st in the north west for teaching quality - national student survey (nss) 2019. - gain valuable insight into the nature of the accounting process and its varied applications in business, including subjects that are fundamental to understanding an enterprise’s financial position. - the programme recognises the challenges and limitations encountered by placing excessive reliance upon financial information in decision-making, acknowledging the subjectivity and flexibility needed in best practice. **further information** students interested in further study can choose to seek exemptions from the accountancy professional bodies.  the year 1 accounting modules on the programme are recognised by the professional bodies: chartered institute of management accountants (cima) and association of chartered certified accountants (acca).  on completion of the programme, you will be able to apply for exemptions from professional papers if you are interested in pursuing a career in accountancy.