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Programmes of Study

BA (Hons) Business Studies with Accounting

If you're looking for real insights into the operation of modern business, with an emphasis on finance and accounting, this is the degree for you.

  • Learn how to manage in today's fast-changing business environment
  • Develop knowledge and skills valued by employers
  • Prepare for your next career challenge
  • Achieve a respected qualification.

By the end of your studies you'll have a good understanding of the key elements of businesses, how they develop strategies, analyse and handle risk, and take decisions. You'll be familiar with wider considerations like environments, markets and processes – and how these all work together. You'll also have a good grasp of accounting essentials, strategic accounting, and quantitative methods in business.

How the Programme Works

To achieve the BA (Hons) Business Studies with Accounting degree you need to complete 360 credit points, comprising five specified courses at Levels 2 and 3 (300 points). The remaining 60 points are free choice and here you can count any Open University Business School or Open University course(s) that counts towards an undergraduate degree. Click on the Courses link below for a full qualification description and list of the specified courses and which count towards the BA (Hons) Business Studies with Accounting degree.

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