Administrative Unit
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
Glyndwr University
Mode of Study
Full time
Medium of Instruction
- English
Duration
- Full-time: 3 years
- Part-time: 4 years
- Top-up: 8 months ~ 16 months
Programme Leader
Dr Kamsuo Wong
Qualifications Framework
Level 5
Registration Number
253020
Continuing Education Fund (CEF)
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under Continuing Education Fund.
CEF Course Code: 33Z133885
Enquiries
Programme Commencement Date
September / February
Programme Features
This programme aims to provide students with a solid understanding of accounting and finance principles, preparing them with the knowledge and skill set needed for a successful career in the sector.
Students learn how to read and interpret accounting information. Moreover, they will explore how accounting can be developed to meet the needs of society and provide information to relevant decision makers.In addition, work-based learning is embedded into the programme, so that all graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to meet current and future market needs and be “work ready”. This includes a broad base of applications from case studies and problem solving.
About Glyndwr University
All course/prospectus information is available online from glyndwr.ac.uk.
Qualifications Framework
The qualification of this programme is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF).
QF Level: 5
QR Registration No. :21/000133/L5
Registration Validity Period: 11/03/2021 - 31/12/2024
Programme Structure
| Module Titles | Assessment | |
|---|---|---|
Year 1 |
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1. |
Business, Finance and Technology Management |
Assignment Base |
2. |
Business Communication Skills |
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3. |
Economics |
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4. |
Data Analytics and Understanding Big Data |
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5. |
Marketing Essentials |
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6. |
Introduction to Financial Accounting |
Exam base |
Year 2 |
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7. |
Advanced Management Accounting |
Exam base |
8. |
Business Law |
Exam base |
9. |
Work Based Project# |
Assignment Base |
10. |
Engaging Leading People* |
|
11. |
HRM for Business* |
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12. |
Taxation and Business Planning* |
|
13. |
Competitive Intelligence Research* |
|
Year 3 |
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14. |
Strategic Thinking |
Assignment Base |
15. |
Financial Strategy |
Exam base |
16. |
Audit and Assurance |
Exam base |
17. |
Advanced Financial Management |
Exam base |
18. |
Dissertation |
Assignment Base |
|
Total: |
360 Credits |
# Pre-selected optional module for the Hong Kong course.
* Students of the Hong Kong course are required to select two out of the four optional modules.
Graduation Requirements
Students are required to normally enrol and follow the modules in the programme until the completion of the award.
Professional Recognitions
A student who has completed the programme and the modules nominated could enrol into CPA Australia as a CPA associate, and can then commence to complete the CPA programme.
The programme is also undergoing accreditation by ACCA for paper exemptions of its professional examination.
Tuition Fees
Year 1
Tuition fee： $52,830
Eligible for HK$33,740 NMTSS* subsidy.
The tuition fee after deduction of NMTSS* subsidy: $19,090
Year 2
Tuition fee： $52,830
Eligible for HK$33,740 NMTSS* subsidy.
The tuition fee after deduction of NMTSS* subsidy: $19,090
Year 3
Tuition fee： $52,830
Eligible for HK$33,740 NMTSS* subsidy.
The tuition fee after deduction of NMTSS* subsidy: $19,090
Eligibility of NMTSS subject to final accreditation result to be confirmed.
#The tuition fee will be subject to adjustment by annual review.
*For NMTSS subsidy, please refer to "Financial Assistance and Scholarship" section.
Non-means-tested Subsidy Scheme for Self-financing Undergraduate Studies in Hong Kong (NMTSS)
Students who are eligible for the Non-means-tested Subsidy Scheme for Self-financing Undergraduate Studies in Hong Kong (NMTSS) will be provided with an annual subsidy up to HK33,740 in the 2023/24 academic year. Eligible students enrolling in the relevant programmes only need to pay the tuition fee net of subsidy. For details, please visit www.cspe.edu.hk/nmtss.
Eligibility for NMTSS:
From the 2023/24 academic year onwards, the annual subsidy for studies is applicable to all Hong Kong students who are enrolled in full-time locally accredited local and non-local self-financing undergraduate (including top-up degree) programmes offered by eligible institutions.
The following students are not eligible for the subsidy :
- Non-local students.
- Students who already possessed a degree at the Bachelor’s level or above.
- Students who are enrolling in any subsidised undergraduate or sub-degree programmes (such as University Grants Committee-funded programmes, subvented programmes of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, and subsidised places of the designated programmes under SSSDP).
Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-secondary Students (FASP)
FASP provides means-tested financial assistance to needy full-time students pursuing locally-accredited, self-financing post-secondary education programmes at the level of associate degree, higher diploma or degree. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to needy students so that no eligible students will be denied access to post-secondary education because of lack of means.
For details of the schemes, please visit SFO website at: https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/sfo/en/postsecondary/fasp/overview.htm
The Non-means-tested Loan Scheme for Post-secondary Students (NLSPS)
The NLSPS is used to complement the Financial Assistance Scheme for Post-secondary Students (FASP) to provide loan(s) to eligible students to settle tuition fees of locally-accredited, self-financing full-time post-secondary education programmes at the level of associate degree, higher diploma or degree
For details of the schemes, please visit SFO website at: https://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/sfo/en/postsecondary/nlsps/overview.htm
Self-financing post-secondary scholarship scheme (SPSS)
To promote the development of the self-financing post-secondary sector, the Self-financing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS) is set up under the Self-financing Post-secondary Education Fund to offer scholarships and awards to students pursuing full-time locally-accredited self-financing sub-degree or bachelor's degree (including top-up degree) programmes at non-profit-making education institutions.
For details of the schemes, please visit SPSS website at: https://www.cspe.edu.hk/en/Overview-Measures-Fund-SPSS.html
Tax Deduction for Self-Education Expenses
Students of this programme are eligible to apply for tax deductions in relation to the course fees. For details or enquiries please contact 187 8088 or visit the Government website at www.info.gov.hk/ird.
Year 1 Entry
Minimum Admission Requirements
- HKDSE 15 points in five subjects (Level 1 = 1 point and Level 5** = 7 points) with a minimum Level 3 in English, Level 2 in Mathematics, and no subject in Level 1; or
- Equivalent qualifications
Remark: The home institution will assess the equivalent qualification on case by case basis.
English language proficiency requirement
- HKDSE Level 3 or above; or equivalent qualifications
Year 2 Entry
Minimum Admission Requirements
- Holders of an Associate Degree / Higher Diploma at HKQF Level 4 in a relevant discipline from recognised local educational institutions, or
- Equivalent qualifications
Remark: The home institution will assess the equivalent qualification on case-by-case basis.
English language proficiency requirement
- Associate Degree / Higher Diploma at HKQF Level 4 in a relevant discipline studied from recognised local educational institutions or equivalent qualifications used to gain admission to the programme was / were taught and assessed in English.
Year 3 Entry
Minimum Admission Requirements
- Holders of an Associate Degree / Higher Diploma at HKQF Level 4 in a relevant discipline from recognized local institutions, or equivalent qualifications;
- Completion of an adequate number of relevant modules in related areas during the study for the qualification as noted above so that the applicant is eligible to apply for exemption that amounts to the first two years of study of the programme; if the applicants’ completed modules do not amount to the exemption of the first two years of study of the programme, applicants must take bridging modules, which are comparable with those in Glyndwr University’s first two years’ of modules in terms of curriculum content, level and volume of study before admission to Year 3;
- For BUS584 Work Based Project, students are allowed to take either bridging modules or Glyndwr University’s module, before admission to Year 3.
Remark: The home institution will assess the equivalent qualification on case-by-case basis.
English language proficiency requirement
- Associate Degree / Higher Diploma at HKQF Level 4 in a relevant discipline studied from recognised local educational institutions or equivalent qualifications used to gain admission to the programme was / were taught and assessed in English.
Mature Applicant
Aged 21 or above prior to the commencement of the programme, subject to the prior learning and experience requirements of the home institution.
***Recognition of Prior (Experiential) Learning
Applicants may enter the programme at various levels with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
or Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) in accordance with the University General
Regulations.
Application Period
Starting from 2 months before commencement of semester September, February
Application Procedure
Complete the Online Application form
Applicants will be required to submit/upload the following documents:
- Photocopy of your Hong Kong Identity Card
- Photocopy of all supporting documents for your application
Remarks:
- Successful applicants should present originals of the above documents for verification during the admission interview/registration.
CEF Course Code: 33Z133885.
Two Year 3 modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under Continuing Education Fund. The mother course (BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance) of this module is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 5).
It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognize any qualification to which this course may lead.
個別僱主可酌情決定是否承認本課程可令學員獲取的任何資格.