this ba accounting and management programme combines two key areas of business to prepare students for a successful future career. accountancy isn't just about being good at numbers. it’s about being able to analyze and interpret information, spot trends, identify issues and opportunities, and communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner. this multidisciplinary degree examines a range of issues from both an accounting and a business perspective, as well as exploring the interrelationships between the professions of accountancy and management.

the accountancy element covers the core areas of financial reporting, management accounting and business finance. the management element will enable students to explore areas such as marketing, organizational behaviour, strategy, information systems, human resource management, entrepreneurship and ethics.

after the first year, a range of optional management and finance modules will allow students to tailor their degree to their areas of interest. the second and final years are designed to build on the commercial and academic knowledge already acquired and certain modules on this degree are professionally accredited, meaning students can claim exemptions from professional accountancy exams in the future if they achieve the required grades.

all of reading's undergraduate degree programmes in accounting, business and management provide students with the opportunity to take a one-year industry placement between their second and final year of study, which they encourage students to do. a successful industry placement can also lead to a job offer with the placement company upon graduation. students will also have lots of opportunities to develop excellent professional contacts.