Business Management

Business management with a specialism in accounting gives you a foundation that is both broad and focused. You will understand how organisations work as a whole, engaging with strategy, people, operations, and markets, while also developing the specific financial skills that allow you to read, interpret, and use accounting information to drive better decisions. This combination is increasingly valued by employers who need managers with genuine numerical and analytical ability, not just an appreciation of finance in the abstract.

At London South Bank University, this three-year full-time programme includes a foundation year, which builds the academic foundations you need before moving into the core degree content. The programme has been developed with input from businesses, ensuring the curriculum reflects the knowledge and skills that employers in the modern economy are actually looking for. You will explore key business disciplines and develop an understanding of organisations, management, and the changing environments in which they operate.

The accounting specialism gives depth to your financial knowledge, equipping you to work with financial statements, management accounts, and analytical tools that inform commercial decision-making. Throughout the degree, LSBU connects you to its network of professional bodies, industry specialists, and alumni, and supports entrepreneurial activity for those who want to pursue their own ventures. The programme takes a blended learning approach, developing digital, analytical, and coaching skills alongside technical business knowledge.

London's position as a global financial and commercial centre provides an exceptional backdrop for studying business management and accounting, with access to diverse industries, employers, and professional communities.

Graduates go on to careers in management accounting, financial analysis, business consultancy, operations management, and commercial roles across the private and public sectors. Many also pursue professional qualifications with bodies such as CIMA or ACCA. Postgraduate study in accounting, finance, or management is a natural progression for those who want to specialise further.