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Graduates of this Associate in Applied Science degree program are prepared for employment as junior accountants. The program provides some of the needed academic background for a C.P.A.

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Pursuing an undergraduate degree in accounting offers numerous benefits Accounting provides strong job prospects and stability in the professional landscape, as organizations of all types require accounting services to manage their financial operations. Additionally, an accounting degree offers diverse career paths, allowing individuals to work in various industries and sectors, such as public accounting firms, corporate finance departments, or government agencies.

Graduates may seek employment in industrial or general accounting or work in areas such as credit, collections (internal), governmental accounting, or payroll supervision. The program may be a “stepping stone” to law or employment with the Treasury Department or the Justice Department.

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PhD (Commerce) Accounting

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• After confirming your research area and supervisor in Cork University Business School, students apply at the online application portal .
• You will need to apply at least three months in advance of your estimated start date.
• There are 4 start dates each year for PhD students; October, January, April and July.

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• PhD students are liable for the full fee for four years
• PhD students pay a continuation fee of €3000 pa for Year 5 and subsequent years

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PhD in Accounting

Accounting and UNC Kenan-Flagler’s international reputation makes us one of world’s top academic centers of innovative accounting thought and research. We are widely recognized as a leading center of research on financial reporting, tax, international accounting, accounting standard setting, managerial accounting, and the role of accounting information in decision making.

We pride ourselves on frequent and successful student-faculty collaboration and encourage our students to work with, and seek advice, from every one of our faculty. We believe this frequent interaction with our faculty, who themselves work in many diverse areas, creates well-rounded graduates who can think creatively and deeply about important problems.

Typical Course Schedule by Year

• Seminar in Empirical Accounting Research
• Seminar in Corporate Governance
• Students in Accounting are required to complete two semesters of Statistics/Econometrics and select the level at which they qualify.
• Many Accounting students select Corporate Finance Theory I & II taught by our Finance faculty.
• Microeconomics
• Capital Markets – your first and second year
• A research paper is required for presentation and critique during the fall semester of your second year.
• Seminar in Corporate Finance: Financial Economics and Asset Pricing
• Seminar in Managerial Accounting (may be completed your first or second year.)
• Investment Finance
• Game Theory
• Econometrics
• Professional Communication Skills
• Seminar in Executing Research
• Comprehensive written examination which covers all of the Accounting courses you take in your first two years of the PhD Program
• An oral presentation of your current research
• Secure an advisor prior to your third year.  Historically, students and advisors have gravitated towards one another naturally as we ensure students and faculty frequently interact. However, we will assign an advisor based on student and faculty preferences and interest, if necessary.
• Full-time research
• With consent of your advisor, you may attend/participate or present at external national or international conferences after your second year, which are frequently done by our PhD students.
• Your Dissertation and Oral Defense are expected prior to the end of your fifth year.
• Preparing for the job market
• You may take any elective course offered by UNC Kenan-Flagler or other UNC (or Duke) departments with guidance from your advisor.

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The BSc Accounting is a distinctive broad business degree. It is unique in that it prepares students for a career in business and finance and for the pursuit of a professional accounting qualification, to further enhance career progression in business. Students have the opportunity to study a wide range of subjects including finance, law, management, economics, information systems, accounting, marketing, and statistics.

The programme is delivered by top-tier, friendly and supportive lecturers.  Lecturers include experienced academics and professionals; who have worked in a variety of major accounting firms, financial institutions, and leading industrial companies. Some lecturers also teach at professional accounting level for the main professional accounting bodies. They have PhDs and are research active in UCC. Lecturers also consult for industry and publish regularly in international journals that are pertinent to industry and practice.

The programme boasts relatively small class sizes (approximately 70 students). This creates a student-friendly environment in which students benefit from high levels of guidance, support and peer networking, forming an excellent foundation for the development of life skills, critical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork.

The degree is designed to produce high-quality graduates equipped with skills to succeed in a variety of diverse roles while also offering a fast track to a career as a professional accountant. The programme maximises the exemptions from Professional Accounting body exams relative to other UCC undergraduate degrees (see Professional Accountancy Qualification below for more information).

The majority of graduates go on to qualify as Professional Accountants and subsequently go on to pursue successful careers in diverse roles in a range of sectors. Careers include finance managers, business analysts, advisory, investment managers, risk management, business owners, teaching, as well as professional accountants. Recruitment of UCC accounting graduates remains exceptionally high among leading firms nationally and internationally. 

Each year, students complete 12 modules amounting to 60 credits, except for the third year where students are on paid work placement for semester 2.

During the programme students study modules from finance, law, IT, management, economics, accounting, auditing, governance, marketing, statistics and tax subjects.

Year 1 

In year 1 students are given a thorough introduction to all business subjects which underpin the profession: finance, economics, IT, statistics, financial accounting and management accounting. 

• AC1103  Financial Accounting Fundamentals
• AC1104  Accounting for Partnerships and Companies
• AC1107  Investment in Capital Assets
• AC1108 Introduction to Valuation and Risk
• AC1109  Management Accounting: Principles and Concepts
• AC1115  Management Accounting: Cost & Control Systems
• EC1202  Economic Reasoning for Business
• EC1203  Macroeconomic Context and Business
• IS1106  Introduction to Information Systems
• IS1107  Information Systems for the Networked Enterprise
• ST1023  Introduction to Business Statistics
• ST2200  Methods of Business Statistics

Year 2 

In Year 2 students take a combination of compulsory and elective modules, allowing students to begin to specialise in fields that interest them. Compulsory modules further develop knowledge of financial accounting, management accounting and finance while also introducing students to law and taxation subjects.

* Compulsory modules (45 credits) include International Financial Reporting 1; Consolidated Financial Statements and Reporting; Placement Plan; Introduction to Taxation; Data Analysis, Business Reporting & Process Automation; Corporate Financial Management; Data Management and Fundamentals; Introduction to the Legal System and Introduction to Business Law.

* Elective modules (15 credits) are chosen from Business Microeconomics 1; Business Microeconomics 2; Systems Analysis and Systems Design: Systems Analysis and Systems Change: Introduction to Marketing: Principles of Management and Organization: People and Organisation: Data Analysis II: Introduction to Operations Research: Modelling and Systems for Decision Making.

Year 3 

In Year 3 students will study in UCC for Semester 1, then complete a 6-month paid work placement (see Work Placement information below). Students build on their accounting and business knowledge. There is a focus on group work and teamwork and other soft skills in preparation for placement.

* Compulsory modules: International Financial Reporting 2: Theory and Practice; Auditing; Multinational Finance; Cases in Corporate Finance; and Governance, Regulation and Control of Financial Organisations; Management Accounting: Data & Decision Making.

Year 4 

In Year 4 students will have a large selection of elective modules to study. Module selection will be guided by their placement experience.

* Compulsory modules (25 credits) include Advanced Financial Accounting; Management Accounting: Planning and Control; Taxation: Income Tax and VAT; Financial Information Analysis; Corporate Valuation.

* Elective Modules (35 credits) are selected from Economics, Information Systems, Accounting, Law, Marketing, and Management subjects.

Academic Programme Catalogue

See the  Academic Programme Catalogue for the complete and up-to-date content for this course. Note that the modules for all courses are subject to change from year-to-year. For complete descriptions of individual modules, see the Book of Modules .

Expected lecture hours: 12 lecture hours per week. Lectures may be further supplemented by tutorials and computer lab time.

Written exams will take place at both the end of Semester 1 and Semester 2. Some modules will not have formal end-of-term written examinations. These modules use other types of assessment and may typically require students to complete tasks such as a project, essay, presentation or an in-class written test.

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BSc Accounting Graduates

Overall, this degree has been hugely beneficial to my career prospects and has provided me with the necessary skills to be successful in life.

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Annie Blewitt – 2020 graduate. Assurance Assoc PwC

When I was in school, I was most driven in the numbers-related subjects, as most who consider a career in Accounting are. Of course, this drive comes in incredibly useful throughout this four-year degree, but the study of this degree also opens up a world beyond the numbers, a concept that I, myself, may not have considered altogether attractive before actually experiencing it. In this degree, you learn that there is so much more to accounting than the oh-so important balancing of a balance sheet or the profit or loss in a set of accounts. There is a history to the methods you take so much for granted, a knack to the calculations you may not even fully understand yet, and a world of opportunities you may not have even considered as you didn’t realise they were even possible down the path of accountancy.

Following my four years in the Accounting degree, I can confidently enter the jobs market knowing that I have the experience to back me up in any interview thanks to the six month work placement I had in my third year, and the support of a hard-earned but rewarding education in the UCC course that is highly esteemed by any employer I happen to encounter. I personally enjoy the knowledge that I have a graduate programme waiting for me after my graduation, thanks to my placement in PwC that I secured through the Accounting course’s placement co-ordinator who facilitates placement applications and interviews for Accounting students. Without the help of the accounting department’s lecturers and staff, this process would have been exponentially more difficult, and I am grateful for all the help I have been offered in this area.

Faolan Carberry – 2019 Graduate, Assurance Assoc, PwC

A big advantage of the BSc Accounting degree is the smaller class sizes compared to other business courses. This results in lectures being conducted in a more friendly and open environment, where questions are encouraged. It is also much easier to make friends with classmates which is a key part of any positive college experience.

If you are studying accounting for the Leaving Cert and wish to pursue accounting further, I believe the BSc Accounting degree is the best degree for you. Regardless of what professional qualification you pursue after college, no other UCC degree will provide you with as many exemptions as the BSc Accounting degree. Working and studying at the same time is challenging and the BSc Accounting degree minimises the amount of time which will have to be spent both working and studying which is a big advantage of the programme. Furthermore, the BSc Accounting degree also provides you with a substantial grounding in the topics which will be covered in the professional exams.

The lecturers on the programme are experts in their field coming from a wide range of backgrounds. Some have taught extensively on professional accountancy programmes while others have risen to top positions in the business world. This mixture of professional and educational experience leads to focused modules which are geared towards applying business concepts to practical situations.

When you are in the workplace, you will need more than just academic results to succeed. You will also need excellent communication, teamwork and presentation skills and the BSc Accounting Degree provides you with plenty of opportunities to develop these skills. The six-

month work placement in Third Year is also a great opportunity to gain first hand accountancy experience.

Katie Crowley – 2019 Graduate, Assurance Assoc, PwC

My name is Katie Crowley and I graduated from the BSc in Accounting in 2019. I thoroughly enjoyed my four years at UCC and would highly recommend the degree.

Over the four years I got the opportunity to complete a variety of modules in Accounting, Economics, Management, Finance, Statistics, BIS, Law, Excel, Tax and more. As well as providing you with a rounded education of accountancy and the wider business world, you also develop many vital soft skills such as presentation, teamwork, and interview skills. The course contains 12 hours of lectures per week plus tutorials which is very manageable. This allows plenty time to get involved in college life and join a club or society. The Accounting and Finance society organizes the annual A&F ball as well as many other events during the year.

In third year, we got the chance to go on a 6-month paid placement from January to June. This was a great opportunity to get real experience in the workplace while we still had July and August to enjoy some time off before beginning final year. At the end of my 6 months in PwC they offered to sponsor me on a master’s in accounting before joining their firm to complete a three-year graduate program and qualify as a Chartered Accountant. Many people in the course secured graduate programs at the end of placement which is one thing less to worry about when entering final year.

The BSc in Accounting maximises your exemptions from professional accountancy exams with ACA, CAI, CIMA, CPAI and CTA. No other UCC degree provides you with as many exemptions from professional accountancy exams. I am going down the ACA route which involves three sets of exams, CAP1s, CAP2s and FAEs. The BSc in Accounting is the only degree at UCC which leaves you fully exempt from CAP1s which means I only had 2 sets of exams to complete after I graduated.

The Chartered Accountant qualification is recognised worldwide meaning there is an opportunity to travel and work abroad as an accountant once you have qualified. Accountants are always in high demand because with every business it all comes back to the bottom line.

The biggest misconception about accounting is that it's a boring job, sometimes I wish it was boring

Caroline Crowley, Founder CPC Outsourcing, BSc Accounting Graduate

The course offers a broad range of subjects such as Law, Economics, Marketing etc which gave me the opportunity to discover new interests.

Tilly Downes, Associate at PwC

I'm so glad I chose to study Accounting in UCC. It is an excellent degree for anyone who has an interest in the areas of business, accounting and finance

Ailís McCarthy, Assurance Associate at PwC

The BSc Accounting degree at UCC gave me the opportunity to work in one of the top accounting firms for 6 months. This was a very valuable experience where I got to apply my knowledge

Sarah Draper, UK & I Assurance Senior at EY

The degree gave me the knowledge, experience and confidence to work with the largest professional services firm in the world

Brendan Foley,

Finance Manager at Johnson & Johnson

“What I found interesting about this course is the wide spectrum of subject matter covered. The six- month placement enables students to work in some of the world’s top companies and enhances prospects of returning to that employer on graduation. The degree gave me the knowledge, experience and confidence to work with the largest professional services firm in the world”

The programme is an excellent stepping stone to a career in the accountancy profession, in finance or in business generally.

Ronan O'Loughlin,

Director of Education & Training, Chartered Accountants Ireland

Graduates from the BSc Accounting programme in UCC have consistently performed well in the examinations of Chartered Accountants Ireland. Indeed the programme is an excellent stepping stone to a career in the accountancy profession, in finance or in business generally. Employer feedback has been very positive since the programme’s commencement

BSc Accounting boasts a wide range of modules that allows its students flexibility in what path they want to follow.

David Kavanagh, Corporate Finance Analyst at Deloitte Ireland

The BSc Accounting is an excellent springboard for students with the ambition to succeed in business.

Breadth of subjects

•  Students can study law, marketing, IT, economics, statistics, management, accounting, finance, tax and auditing.

Career preparation

• Graduates are well supported and are professionally focused.
• Work Experience on placement – paid work placement in 3rd year in leading Irish and International companies e.g. PWC, KPMG, EY Deloitte, Apple.
• Post-placement 80% of students are offered a graduate contract with their respective placement organisation.
• Students obtain the highest number of possible Professional Accounting body exemptions available from an undergraduate degree.

Quality of teaching

• Experienced lecturers many of whom have extensive academic and industry experience.
• Small class sizes – students receive exceptional guidance and build a strong professional network.
• Success of past graduates in professional accounting exams.
• The programme is highly regarded by leading employers, including the 'big 4' accountancy firms.
• Exceptional employment record and prospects – graduates are well-rewarded and in high demand (see - National Skills Bulletin 2019 Page 86).

Placement or Study Abroad Information

In year 3 of the programme students have to opportunity to go on a 6-month paid work placement with some of the world’s leading companies, organised by UCC Careers Service. Extensive preparation for placement commences at the start of year 2. During placement, students are supported by both academic and business mentors.

Students gain experience in high-quality professional environments in globally renowned firms including Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PWC, AIB, Apple, CITCO, Eli Lilly and FDC. As a result, students successfully apply and contextualise academic studies, develop professional skills, and explore career opportunities. Students also have the opportunity to secure their placement abroad for example in London, Luxembourg etc.

Skills and Careers Information

Over the course of the four-year programme students will learn how to prepare, understand, analyse and audit company financial statements. additionally, students will gain broad business skills as well as knowledge in the areas of finance, economics, information systems, law, management and marketing, and taxation. These skills are widely sought by employers in all areas of business.

Professional Accountancy Qualification

While BSc Accounting is a business degree, many students choose to pursue a Professional Accountancy qualification upon graduation because of the significant associated benefits. a Professional Accounting qualification training contract can open a wide range of different opportunities in a variety of sectors and geographical locations. the training contract provides them with insights into many different businesses/industries and the wide range of roles available within an accounting practice. This experience along with the technical knowledge and professional qualification can accelerate their career in their chosen field.

Post Professional Accounting Qualification Opportunities

• Fast career progression – 45% of Chartered Accountants promoted in the last year.
• The high first-time pass rate for BSc Accounting graduates in professional exams.
• Internationally recognised qualification – Irish qualified accountants are in constant demand in Ireland and worldwide, even in recessions.
• Broad career opportunities within financial services, industry, accountancy firms and the public sector.
• The blend of education and work experience provided by a training contract produces professionals with an enhanced ability to analyse and interpret business problems. students pursuing accountancy qualifications will have a clear vision of their career path from day one.no other career offers the same level of mobility within industries and geographies.

Professional Qualification Exemptions

BSc Accounting students gain the highest possible amount of exemptions from professional body exams available from an undergraduate degree.

No other UCC degree gives students as many exemptions.

For Professional Accounting body exemption details awarded to BSc Accounting graduates please see the links below and enter University College Cork when prompted.

• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants  (ACCA)
• Chartered Accountants Ireland  (CAI)
• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants  (CIMA)
• Certified Public Accountants of Ireland  (CPAI)
• Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA)

Leaving Certificate Entry Requirements

At Least six subjects must be presented. Minimum grade H5 in two subjects and minimum grade O6/H7 in four other subjects. English and Irish are requirements for all programmes unless the applicant is exempt from Irish .

Applicants will need to meet the following minimum entry requirements:

Note you do not need to have studied Accounting or Higher Level Maths at Leaving Certificate.

EU/EFTA/UK Qualifications

EU/EFTA/UK applicants presenting an equivalent school-leaving qualification should review the  EU/EFTA/UK Applicants  page for information on equivalent grades and how to prove their level of English.

Mature Students

To compete through the mature entry route, applicants must be 23 years of age on or before 1 January of the application year and  apply online via the CAO  by 1 February. The application should include a statement of interest. Leaving Certificate Maths (or equivalent) is recommended. Applicants may also be called for interview.

Further information on applying as a mature student is available on the  Mature Applicants  and  Mature Student Entry  support pages. 

Non-EU Applicants

Non-EU applicants are expected to have educational qualifications of a standard equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate. In addition, where such applicants are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language.

To verify if you meet the minimum academic and language requirements visit our  qualification comparison page  and refer to our  International Office page  for more information.

• Whether you are an EU or Non-EU student will affect the course fees applicable to you. See more information on EU Fees, Non-EU Fees, or Free Fees Status .
• The State will pay the tuition fees for EU students who are eligible under the Free Fees Scheme. The annual student contribution and capitation fees are payable by the student.
• See the Fee Schedule to find out the course fee.
• Check out scholarships that may be available to you.
• Explore our Nurturing Bright Futures free online course (Module 5) to learn about managing your money as a student and budgeting for university life.

Irish and European (EU/EFTA/UK) Applicants

Apply via the CAO . See the CAO Handbook for useful information on applying through the CAO.  

Mature Applicants  

Apply via the  CAO  by 1 February.  To apply for a place as a mature student, you must be 23 years of age on or before 1 January of the year of entry.

QQI/FET Applicants  

Apply via the  CAO .  See our  QQI/FET Applicants  page for information on the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Further Education and Training (FET) application process.  

Non-EU Applicants  

If you are from outside the EU/EFTA/UK, apply online via the  UCC Apply  portal. See our  International Office  page for more information.  

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• Dr Peter Cleary / Dr Jamie O'Neill
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• +353 (0)21 490 2967
• https://www.cubsucc.com/programmes/ug/CK202/
• Bróna Meenan, Programme Administrator
• (+353) 21 4902136

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UB School of Management students complete another year of free tax service

By Jacqueline Molik Ghosen

Release Date: April 25, 2024

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BUFFALO, N.Y. — During the 2024 tax season, 97 IRS-certified accounting students from the University at Buffalo School of Management brought nearly $307,000 back into the Buffalo community through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.

Students from the UB Accounting Association and UB’s chapter of Beta Alpha Psi, the international honors organization for accounting and finance students and professionals, led the initiative that provided 1,845 hours of tax service, preparing more than 400 returns for individuals and families with annual incomes below $73,000.

More than $98,000 of the total was a result of the Earned Income Credit, which targets low-income families in need of additional financial support.

“Our student volunteers have juggled challenging class loads and devoted countless weekends to providing this crucial service,” says Ananth Iyer, dean of the UB School of Management. “This is a shining example of the positive impact School of Management students make on our community.” 

Cumulatively, School of Management student volunteers have brought more than $13.3 million in tax refunds back into the region since 2008 by preparing 10,465 tax returns. Approximately $2.8 million was from the Earned Income Credit .

Now in its 100th year, the UB School of Management is recognized for its emphasis on real-world learning, community and impact, and the global perspective of its faculty, students and alumni. The school also has been ranked by Bloomberg Businessweek, Forbes and U.S. News & World Report for the quality of its programs and the return on investment it provides its graduates. For more information about the UB School of Management, visit management.buffalo.edu .

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Contact Jacqueline Molik Ghosen Assistant Dean and Director of Communications School of Management 716-645-2833 [email protected]

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