Accounting & Finance - Blended
This Accounting and Finance degree reflects the multiple requirements of today’s business and finance world, preparing you for a career in accounting, banking, stockbroking, currency trading, management, insurance or positions in the financial sector.
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
3 years Part-Time / Blended Learning
Timetables are indicative only and show dates for live evening webinars and on-campus Saturday classes only. In addition, blended students will have weekly lecture videos which are released each week on a Monday and must be reviewed in the student's own time.
For more information go to:https://www.griffith.ie/faculties/business/courses/ba-hons-accounting-and-finance-blended
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate
2 H5 and 4 O6/H7 grades, to include a language (English, Irish or another language) and Maths.
QQI Level 5 Award
A minimum Full QQI Level 5 Award with 3 Distinctions and a Pass or higher in all other remaining subjects.
English Language
If English is not your native language, you must show that your English level is of a suitable standard. For further information please contact a member of the Admissions Team.
In response to the worldwide closure of English Language Test Centres arising from the Covid-19 pandemic, Griffith College is now accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency. This is a temporary measure for our intakes up to and including February 2022.
Careers / Further progression
Academic Progression
Upon successful completion of their honours degree course, graduates may wish to continue their studies with a postgraduate qualification in Griffith College or with one of the many third level institution in Ireland or abroad.
The Griffith College Graduate Business School offers a portfolio of programmes which may be of interest. The following programmes prepare graduates for the world of international business; at MSc and MBA levels, and in full and part-time modes
The MBA in International Business programme is divided into three stages, taking one year to complete full-time and approx. two years part-time.
The MSc programme is divided into three stages, taking one year to complete full-time and approx. two years part-time.
The MSc Accounting and Finance programme is divided into three stages, taking one year to complete full-time and approx. two years part-time.
Professional Accountancy Exemptions
Graduates of this programme may wish to pursue further studies and can gain substantial examination exemptions from the following professional accountancy bodies:
9 ACCA Fundamental exemptions
ACA CAP 1 exemptions
CPA Formation 1, Formation 2 and Professional 1 exemptions (subject to electives chosen).
Griffith College School of Professional Accountancy provides tuition for a number of professional body examinations. You can review available online, part-time and e-learning tuition options here.
Career Progression
The programme gives you an understanding of the business, legal, and social environments in which accountancy operates and enables you to be conversant in the technical languages and practices of the accounting sector in a market economy. These include measurement and disclosure in financial statements, managerial accounting, auditing, taxation and business law. While typical careers focus on the world of finance and accounting in particular, any aspect of the business arena is open to graduates. A significant advantage is the many exemptions from the professional exams for which graduates of the course are eligible. Students who do not wish to focus on a career as an accountant will find numerous opportunities in banking, stockbroking, currency trading, management, insurance or positions in the financial sector.
Further information
Intake Dates
We run two intakes for this course commencing in Autumn and Spring.
September*
February*
*subject to sufficient numbers
How to Apply
All blended applicants must apply to Griffith College directly online.
Applicants under 23 years
Applicants under 23 years of age before the 1st January of the year you want to enter will be required to apply directly to the College. You will be asked to supply a copy of your passport and your Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification and must meet the minimum grade entry requirements for the programme.
Applicants over 23 years
Applicants over 23 years on the 1st of January before the academic year for which they are applying will be asked for a copy of their passport.
Overview
Looking to achieve a degree in accounting, but need a comfortable work/life balance? Our blended accounting and finance degree is a flexible option that will suit your lifestyle.
The BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance degree is delivered through the flexible blended learning study mode and is ideal for students interested either in a career in the accounting profession or who wish to develop the expertise to analyse business activities from a financial perspective.
Why Study Accounting and Finance at Griffith College?
This Accounting and Finance degree reflects the multiple requirements of today’s business and finance world, preparing you for a career in accounting, banking, stockbroking, currency trading, management, insurance or positions in the financial sector. Whether you want to change career, up-skill or are a school leaver, the BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance degree will provide you with the technological, analytical and managerial skills required for a dynamic and successful career.
• This course is ideal for students who are interested in the application of numerical techniques and the interpretation and communication of financial information.
• Students will explore the theoretical and practical application of accounting and finance systems, while also gaining a thorough grounding in business management and modern technologies.
• Students will build fluency in the technical languages and practices of the financial and accounting sectors.
• Once completed, students will have the necessary skills to pursue a dynamic rewarding career in accounting and/or finance.
• Students can qualify for 9 ACCA exemptions, ACA CAP 1 exemptions and a number of CPA exemptions
• Students will receive lecturing from vastly experienced professionals from a wide range of industries.
• Students will secure their business degree while maintaining their busy lifestyles or who might struggle to commute to the campus.
What can Blended Learning Students Expect?
Students can now fit their study around a busy schedule with the blended delivery mode. We have brought the classroom to you.
Blended learning consists of weekly video lectures, monthly live webinars and one Saturday class per month.
Students are recommended to commit at least 10 hours per week to ensure they receive the same experience as students attending other study modes.
Exams are held in person in January and May each year with the full-time and part-time students.
Take part in our Access programme if you cannot commit to the required time per week. Take as few modules as you need to fit your schedule. Achieve your degree over a flexible duration.
Course Details
The Year One and Two finance/accounting and management modules act as a perfect introduction and development for the final year modules. In Year Three, three electives must be chosen. Elective modules are offered subject to demand.
If you have any questions in relation to this please contact the Admissions Office, admissions@griffith.ie.
The Year One and Two finance/accounting and management modules act as a perfect introduction and development for the final year modules. In Year Three, three electives must be chosen. Elective modules are offered subject to demand.
Year One
• Introduction to Management Accounting
• Principles of Microeconomics
• Technologies for Business
• Business Management
• Optimising Your Potential in Higher Education
• Business Maths and Statistics
• Marketing Fundamentals
• Principles of Macroeconomics
• Financial Accounting
Year Two
• Business and Company Law
• Financial Accounting and Analysis
• Financial Management and Analysis
• Accounting and Finance Technologies
• International Financial Reporting
• Management Accounting
• Simulated Business Project
Year Three - Mandatory Modules
• Corporate Finance
• Income Tax and VAT
• International Corporate Reporting
• Business Reporting and Analysis
• Performance Management
• Strategic Management Concepts
Elective Modules
• Contemporary Issues in Accounting and Finance
• Corporation Tax and Capital Gains Tax
• Portfolio Theory and Analysis
• Valuation and Security Analysis
• Digital Disruption in Business
• Project Management
• Financial Data Analysis
• Audit and Assurance
• Corporate Governance and Professional Ethics
Course Highlights
• Suit your work/life balance, study in your own time at your own pace.
• Dedicated e-learning tutor support and lecturer contact to ensure all your questions are answered.
• Substantial exemptions from the Professional Accountancy Bodies available.
• Option to switch to the part-time or blended BA (Hons) in Business or BA (Hons) in Business (Marketing) after Year 1.
What can Blended Learning Students Expect?
Students can now fit their studies around a busy schedule with the blended delivery mode bringing the classroom to them.
• Blended learning consists of weekly video lectures, monthly live webinars and one Saturday class per month.
• Students are recommended to commit at least 10 hours per week to ensure they receive the same experience as students attending other study modes.
• Exams are held in person in January and May each year with the full-time and part-time students.
• Take part in our Access programme if you cannot commit to the required time per week. Take as few modules as you need to fit your schedule. Achieve your degree over a flexible duration.
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Tel: +353 1 415 0400
Email: admissions@griffith.ie