WHAT MAKES ULTIMEKA SPECIAL?
Education for everyone, everywhere
Whether you're constrained by location, cost, time, or other life commitments, we're passionate about giving you access to higher education that fits into your busy, modern life.
You decide how and where to study
We offer a wide range of flexible undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in both our online and blended study modes.
Full support both online and on-site
We're also proud to offer non-standard entry, meaning your work experience and previous qualifications are taken into account when assessing your application.
Strong focus on employability
You will gain in-depth subject knowledge and transferable skills that employers from a huge range of industries will value. Many of our courses at Ultimeka Academy are also accredited by leading professional bodies in the UK.
Course Overview
Are you ready to become an accounting and finance leader of tomorrow? ULTIMEKA Academy’s BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance will equip you with all the latest advancements and technical skills you need to achieve your career goals.
We’ve designed this course to give you the forward-facing skills required in today’s evolving accounting and finance sector. You’ll become equipped with an in-depth understanding of modern accounting and finance, including the role and scope of technology in the field in areas such as Fintech and blockchain, as well as gain the skills to make sound investment decisions. . Throughout the course, you’ll have the opportunity to put your learning into practice, helping you gain real-world skills you can use in your future role.
Accounting
This course is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), three world-leading professional bodies. We’ve fully aligned your course content with these qualifications, meaning you can gain up to 26 exemptions towards any future exams you may take with these accountancy bodies.Â
Finance
The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) approved this course, meaning you can prepare to sit CFA Level 1 papers. This makes it one of the select few programmes carrying three professional accounting body accreditations and CFA endorsement.
Course details and modules
Accredited by ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW, our BSc Accounting and Finance course will provide you with key financial reporting and management accounting skills, and the ability to use these to inform good decision-making in real business situations. The specialist modules explored on this degree, as well as their practical application in the Bloomberg Terminal, will help you graduate as a well-rounded professional ready to take on all manner of challenges.
Modules
You have 2 years Only to complete this course, which means you will be able to complete your bachelor as quickly as possible.
- Financial Accounting (20 credits)
- Introduction to Management Accounting (20 credits)
- Quantitative Methods for Accounting and Finance (20 credits)
- Introduction to Financial Technology (20 credits)
- Financial Reporting (20 credits)
- Financial Markets and Institutions (20 credits)
- Performance Management (20 credits)
- Corporate and Business Law (20 credits)
- Security Analysis and Valuation (20 credits)
- Applied Research Skills (20 credits)
- Corporate Financial Management
- International Finance
- Taxation
- Audit and Assurance
- Investment and Portfolio Management
- Financial Management Project
How do we assess you ?
You’ll be assessed in a variety of ways throughout your finance and accounting degree. As this course complies with ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW requirements, a number of modules will also be assessed by exams which will give you exam exemptions from these qualifications. However, we’ve limited these to a minimum to ensure you’ll gain real-life skills you can use in your future career.
Other methods of assessment may include:
- Assignments​
- Board presentations​
- Consultancy projects​
- Management of individual equity portfolio (low risk + momentum shares)​
- Client reports​
- Investor/broker memo​
- Real knowledge transfer company projects
Study options
The course is also available to students and gives you the convenience of being able to study from anywhere in the UK or worldwide, providing you with the same high standards of teaching but with lower tuition fees.
Part-time online learning
How does it work?
Studying this course online gives you the ultimate in convenience. You can enrol with Ultimeka Academy from anywhere in the world and study your degree from the comfort of home, without the requirement to attend classes in a physical location. Â
Our online students study their degree through our platform which provides everything you need to study at the academy. It offers an integrated virtual learning experience, including your virtual classroom, lecture theatre, and access to our Library Portal. The portal includes an extensive digital library including thousands of journal titles, eBooks, and academic and industry databases which you can use to research your assignments and projects.
it’s also integrated with Zoom, making it easier to chat with your course tutor during your scheduled seminar sessions. You can even integrate our study materials into your Kindle, making it possible to study wherever you have you Kindle handy.Â
Studying online doesn’t mean studying alone. As well as receiving regular feedback and guidance from your course tutor, you’ll be studying with like-minded students who you can meet with through our Academy community, and you’ll have access to community message boards to discuss your course and the topics being raised within it. We’ve even set up community boards embedded into each of the course modules so you can have discussions with your tutor and classmates on the topics you’re currently learning.
Entry requirements
At Ultimeka Academy we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn’t a clear pathway to this degree – we are more than happy to discuss your application.
Eligibility
Our BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance degree has standard entry requirements. To be able to study this course, we need to see that you have:
- High school DiplomaÂ
- GCSE Grade C in Mathematics , or equivalent.
- Two subjects at GCE A-Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent; OR
- If you don’t currently hold the above qualifications, we also offer this course with a Foundation year  which is designed for students who need extra support when starting their degree course.
- We also accept applications from those with relevant work experience and recognised Accounting/Finance professional qualifications
English proficiency
- IELTS 5.5 (no less than 5.5 in any element); or equivalent
We also offer an internal English test for applicants.
We are happy to consider an application from you if you can show us you have the motivation to study this degree.
Before you start studying
Whilst you can read your study materials on your smart phone or tablet, to make the most of your learning experience, you will need access to a laptop or computer (we recommend one running the latest version of Windows), and a good stable internet connection.
Career prospects
This course has been created by experienced finance and accounting professionals to ensure that you gain the knowledge you’ll need to find secure employment after graduation. We aim to prepare you with universal skills that employers from a variety of organisations will value, so you’ll graduate feeling confident to decide where your future career lies.
What can an accounting and finance degree do for me?
By mastering the fundamentals of accounting and finance, you’ll be able to demonstrate to employers how valuable you are. Just as valuable, are the key skills you can develop with this undergraduate course, including:
- An in-depth knowledge of modern business and finance with real-world applications.
- Becoming prepared for Industry 4.0 by understanding the role and scope of technology in accounting and finance, including Fintech, blockchain, AI, and cloud computing.
- Understanding the sector from a strategic, management, and investment perspective, covering international finance, financial technology and management, and more.
- Using advanced computer software to analyse financial data and make robust forecasts, including SPSS, STATA, EViews, and MATLAB.
- Writing and interpreting financial statements, and monitoring, controlling, and planning for the ongoing success of an organisation.
- Experience in commonly used industry practices, including consultancy reports, investor memos, and management of equity portfolios.
- Hands-on experience with Bloomberg Financial Markets, one of the most cutting-edge and widely used platforms in finance.
What can I do after Graduation ?
As a graduate of this accounting and finance degree, you’ll be prepared to enter a variety of business, financial, and accounting roles. Candidates equipped with a solid understanding of business management, financial knowledge, and accounting skills are highly valued and sought after by many employers, meaning there are a variety of job roles you might want to consider, such as:
- Trader
- Broker
- Financial Agent
- Financial Advisor
- Auditor
- Financial Accountant
- Management Accountant
- Corporate Treasury Manager
- Financial Planner
- Insurance​
- Banking
