BA Accounting & Business Enterprise
About this course
BA in Accounting & Business Enterprise, an undergraduate degree focused on financial practices, management, and entrepreneurial development. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship. Students can also choose an optional year abroad as part of their studies. The first year covers foundational concepts through Introduction to Finance and Financial Analysis, Accounting Technologies, Introduction to Economics & Business Analysis, and Academic Skills. The second year introduces core topics via Accounting, New Venture Planning, and Creativity & Innovation Management. The third year advances into practical applications through modules such as Entrepreneurial Capital & Resources and Venture Management Strategy & Growth. The final year explores specialized themes through modules including Enterprise Policy: Contemporary Challenges & Solutions, International Entrepreneurship, and Strategy Making for Social Impact, alongside a research project option.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA (GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B, or an essay-based A Level B may be considered in lieu of English; A Level Maths A) IB: 36 (no subject below 5 and including English SL5, Maths/Maths Studies HL5)
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What students say
Based on about 40 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Finance Professionals: 55%
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Protective service occupations: 5%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 12%
- South West: 1%
- Scotland: 85%
Who gets in
Based on about 90 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 74%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 1%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 18%
- Other qualifications: 2%
- No formal qualifications: 4%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants Scotland (ICAS) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by the Association of International Accountants (AIA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
- Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations.
- Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System.
- Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route.
- Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
Modules
- Introduction to Finance and Financial Analysis
- Accounting Technologies
- Introduction to Finance & Financial Statistics
- Introduction to Economics & Business Analysis
- Introduction to International Business
- Introduction to Marketing & Entrepreneurship
- Management Development Programme 1
- Academic Skills
- Management Development Programme 2
- Accounting
- Creativity & Innovation Management
- New Venture Planning
- Management Development Programme 3
- Entrepreneurial Capital & Resources
- Venture Management Strategy & Growth
- Enterprise Policy: Contemporary Challenges & Solutions
- International Entrepreneurship
- Issues & Trends in Entrepreneurship
- Research Project
- Strategy Making for Social Impact
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Accounting & Business Enterprise at University of Strathclyde earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £32,000 after 3 years, £43,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £36,000 and £52,500. The £43,000 median after five years is £9,500 more than the UK median for Accounting.
What do graduates of BA Accounting & Business Enterprise at University of Strathclyde do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Accounting & Business Enterprise at University of Strathclyde?
87% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Accounting & Business Enterprise at University of Strathclyde?
The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 198 UCAS points.
Is BA Accounting & Business Enterprise at University of Strathclyde accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants Scotland (ICAS) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. Accredited by the Association of International Accountants (AIA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations. Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations. Accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations through the Accredited degree accelerated route. Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) for the purpose of exemption from some professional examinations.
Does BA Accounting & Business Enterprise at University of Strathclyde include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Accounting & Business Enterprise at University of Strathclyde?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.