One of the more popular degrees and fields for students to pursue an academic and professional career in relates to finance, arguably one of the most important sectors for all institutions, public or private. It is one of the few degrees and qualifications that allows a student to utilise their skills in whatever sector they like; whether it's the high-return private sector or the high-impact public sector, graduates of accounting and finance can carve for themselves an excellent career, wherever they want it to.
Which is why, for aspirants of finance and accounting, who might be on the lookout for an excellent institution to get their degree and academic training from, Beaconhouse International College is now offering its excellent BS Accounting & Finance programme in collaboration with the prestigious University of Essex, combining the academic brevity and experience of the Beaconhouse system with the worldwide recognition and forward-looking syllabus of the University of Essex. In this blog post, we will take you through the complete details of the BS Accounting and Finance programme offered by Beaconhouse International College, as the best pathway for students to gain excellent academic knowledge and experience for their field of choice.
Let's get started with the particulars of this degree programme.
In collaboration with, and jointly awarding the degree with, University of Essex and Beaconhouse International College offer the excellent BS Accounting and Finance to students looking for a degree programme that will enable them to join the ranks of any public or private institution, and become a high-stakes player in the most important aspect of institutional functioning: the finance sector. This degree offers students a comprehensive education in finance, accounting, and business management. It provides access to a virtual trading floor with real-world Bloomberg data and emphasizes quantitative skills development.
However, the true mark of a degree programme and its effectiveness in helping students realise their goals lies in the coursework, which, as can be expected from Beaconhouse International College and the University of Essex, is designed with the talent market in mind. So, without any further ado, here is a quick enumeration of the coursework for this programme, with certain important courses being the highlight of the students' academic journey.
The coursework is designed for students to maximise their learning about the most basic and advanced aspects of accounting principles and finance concepts. Here are the highlights of the coursework, divided according to the year.
Students are introduced to the fast-paced and numbers-dominated world of finance and accounting by use of introductory courses like Introduction to Accounting, Introduction to Economics, Introduction to Finance, and Quantitative Methods and Finance.
The second year of the degree programme will see students deal with more advanced and mid-level subjects and courses, designed to build on the foundational courses and allow students to take in more advanced concepts related to the financial world. Courses like Financial Reporting and Analysis, Audit Principles and Practice, Corporate Finance and Financial Modelling are among the highlights of the coursework for their second year, rounding off the concepts with more crucial courses.
The third year is arguably the most important, with the coursework transitioning from introductory towards highly specialised conceptual frameworks, whose understanding and application will be absolutely crucial in the students' professional careers ahead. Starting with an Accounting Project, Taxation Policy and Practice, Risk Management and Financial Institutions, International Banking and Option and Futures are some of the courses offered to students that will round off their degree programme.
Through its partnership with the University of Essex, Beaconhouse International College offers students the opportunity to earn a globally recognised BS Accounting & Finance degree in Pakistan. This programme combines international academic excellence, practical financial training, and the expertise needed to thrive in both local and global markets.