Accounting and Finance for International Business BSc (Hons) top-up

Top-up courses

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Do you speak another language and are you interested in accounting and finance? Then international accounting and finance could be an ideal potential future career option for you.

Year of entry

2026-27 2027-28

Location

Coventry University (Coventry)

Study mode

Full-time

Duration

1 year full-time (Entry at level 6)
2 years full-time (Entry at level 5)

Course code

NN43

Start date

September 2027
January 2028
May 2028

How to apply

Your UCAS Guide

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Course overview

Primarily targeted at international students, this course is designed with a specific focus on accounting and finance in an international context, to better prepare you for potential global career options in areas such as business, accountancy or financial management.

Rated Gold Overall

Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023

5 QS Stars for Teaching and Facilities

QS Stars University Ratings

Top 5 Student City in England (Coventry)

QS Best Student Cities Index 2026

Why you should study this course

This top-up course has been designed with specific emphasis on international accounting and finance. We aim to adopt a multidisciplinary approach, which covers financial planning and accounting through a range of mandatory modules.

You will consolidate your previous studies, while having the chance to develop the higher-level skills needed for international business. For example, by examining real-life case studies in financial accounting, management accounting, financial theory and international finance, you will have the opportunity to develop your analytical and critical thinking skills. We encourage you to adopt a problem-based approach to identify, analyse, apply and evaluate real-world business problems, such as the implication of globalisation and relevance of international/corporate social responsibility.

You will examine how organisations interact with stakeholders within the external environment, with the opportunity to identify the different users of financial data and their varying needs, investigating the adequacy of information disclosure in corporate annual reports.

You will also look at some of the challenges facing financial management in an international context, such as overseas initial public offerings and variances of regional accounting standards. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in a range of accepted techniques and practices, like consolidation of financial statements and investment appraisal, considering how to apply them in different contexts, for example, evaluation of overseas investment opportunities.

By studying our top-up course you will benefit from:

specialist content which covers the identification, analysis and solution of financial decision making
access to facilities⁴ including our Trading Floor, featuring contemporary Bloomberg terminals
access to maths and stats help and advice through drop-in sessions with experienced staff⁴
experienced staff, worked in the industry as ACCA or CIMA qualified Accountants for large scale professional services firms
opportunities to join a variety of student led societies, including the Investment Society
opportunities to network with like-minded professionals and visit key financial institutions, which have previously included the London Stock Exchange and Bank of England.²

Additional certificates

As part of the degree you will have the option to work towards two additional certifications (outside of your study modules):

[1] Bloomberg Market Concepts Certificate: Optional certification to help our students stand out and demonstrate their understanding of financial markets, central banking and the application of economic indicators, as well as hone their skills in utilising Bloomberg terminal functionalities for a fast moving market.

[2] Bloomberg ESG Certificate: Optional certification for students to demonstrate their understanding of the Environmental, Social and Governance factors, and their implications for strategy development and regulatory compliance.

Memberships

Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS)

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the Chartered Association of Business Schools, which has a membership of over 120 business schools and higher education providers, and supports its members in maintaining world-class standards of teaching and research.

European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the European Foundation for Management Development, a global membership organisation dedicated to management development, covering over 900 members across 91 countries.

PRME - The Principles for Responsible Management Education

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of The Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). PRME is a United Nations-supported initiative founded in 2007 that aims to raise the profile of sustainability in their classrooms through seven principles focused on serving society and safeguarding our planet.

AACSB- The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB is the world’s largest network of business schools and organisations committed to advancing business education and making a lasting, positive impact on society to create next generation of great leaders.

BGA - Business Graduates Association

Coventry Business School is currently an active member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA). BGA’s student and graduate benefits have been crafted to enhance your learning experience, providing a range of tools to support professional and personal development.

SBC – Small Business Charter

Coventry Business School is a recipient of the Small Business Charter (SBC) Award. The award is a mark of excellence for business schools, recognising their expertise in supporting small businesses, student entrepreneurship, and effective engagement in the local economy.

Memberships are reviewed on an annual basis and are not guaranteed. Applicants and students will be informed of any changes as soon as possible.

What you'll study

Modules

Business Accounting for Decision-Making - 30 Credits

This module aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of the fundamental aspects of management accounting, building an understanding of the tools and techniques that are commonly used for short- and long-term decision-making in various business scenarios. Develop your ability to solve problems, choose the best alternative by critical analysis and guide management in implementing an organisation’s strategic choices.

Compulsory

Principles of Finance - 30 credits

This module aims to introduce you to relevant concepts in finance. Learn about the workings of the international equity and bond markets and acquire techniques to exploit the trade-off between risk and return to best effect. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical and practical underpinnings of modern-day finance. Module content will cover a broad range of topics to give you a better understanding of the structure, operation and functions of the financial industry.

Compulsory

Governance, Ethics and AI in Finance - 30 credits

Gain an understanding of the key topics of corporate governance theory, including academic study (research) of corporate governance and real-world application (practice), incorporating associated reporting and regulation of ethics issues. This module aims to develop your ability to evaluate academic literature and current themes such as artificial intelligence (AI) in Finance. Learn to integrate and synthesise topics so you can participate in current debates and suggest potential insights for development.

Compulsory

Quantitative Analysis and Software Applications - 30 credits

This module will introduce you to the main quantitative techniques used in academic literature by financial analysts, economists, accountants and individual investors. Examine the structure and content of financial and quantitative data and develop a better understanding of a range of statistical techniques that can assist the financial manager in making decisions. This module combines theory with practical computing exercises. Get hands-on experience examining real-world data before applying statistical concepts to make inferences.

This module will primarily focus on the statistical techniques of estimation, hypothesis testing, and modelling using economic and financial data and a variety of software applications used in finance and investment analysis. You should develop the practical Microsoft Excel skills required for the measurement, analysis and presentation of financial data. Various data sources and databases will be explored, including Financial Analysis Made Easy (FAME). This module also offers training in the software such as Bloomberg, Fitch and LSEG Workspace.⁴

Compulsory

Modules

Corporate Reporting and Analysis – 30 credits

This module builds on your existing financial accounting knowledge. It primarily focuses on the preparation and analysis of published financial statements by public limited companies. You will be introduced to some of the key International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs). Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and apply several IFRSs and accounting theories in the preparation of published financial statements of entities, including a simple group. Learn the skills necessary to critically analyse and interpret these financial statements and become aware of their limitations.

Compulsory

Management Accounting for Business Decisions – 30 credits

Gain an important understanding of management accounting techniques and learn how to apply these techniques to business situations through practical case studies. An increasingly important area is the behavioural aspect of management accounting, which will be investigated in areas such as budgeting, divisional performance and business performance management. The module will build on previous studies and further develop your problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

Compulsory

International Financial Management - 30 credits

Gain an understanding of important financial theories and the function of capital markets, how finance works across different countries and how these international aspects affect companies.

By the end of this module, you should be able to make important financial choices while carefully considering the balance between the potential returns and the associated risks. You should also understand how the markets for currency-related financial instruments (derivatives) function, how international short-term (money) and long-term (capital) financial markets operate, and the fundamental concepts involved in managing the risks associated with changes in currency exchange rates.

Compulsory

Business Strategy - 30 credits

While the core purpose of business strategy has always been to help organisations succeed in dynamic and complex environments, contemporary strategy has evolved in its tools and approaches to better address today's heightened pace of change and uncertainty. To be competitive, businesses must be more flexible, including the ability to shift from one dominant strategy to another.

This module aims to provide you with an understanding of strategic leadership and management, strategic analysis and strategic decision-making within organisations. It also appraises what is required for high performance in an uncertain environment.

Compulsory

Modules

Developing Employability Skills for Business - 20 credits

This module aims to build your English language knowledge and skills to an advanced level, so you can communicate effectively and independently in academic settings. The module will involve tasks and activities designed to increase the range and effectiveness of your use of English language and the development of study and communication skills in a business and academic context. There will be a specific focus on the theme of employability as we prepare you for the workplace and your future career.

Compulsory

Corporate Reporting and Analysis - 20 credits

This module builds on your existing financial accounting knowledge. The module focuses primarily on the preparation and analysis of published financial statements by public limited companies. It aims to introduce you to some of the key International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), enabling you to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and apply a number of IFRS and accounting theories in the preparation of the published financial statements of entities, including a simple group. You will also develop the skills necessary to critically analyse and interpret these financial statements and become aware of their limitations.

Compulsory

Financial Theory - 20 credits

International Financial Management - 20 credits

The aim of this module is to provide you with an understanding of the international dimension of finance and how this impacts upon business. By the end of this module, you should appreciate the workings and operation of currency derivatives markets, the international money and capital markets and the principles of currency risk management.

Compulsory

Management Accounting for Business Decisions - 20 credits

You will seek to gain an important understanding of management accounting techniques and through practical case studies, will learn how to apply these techniques to business. An increasingly important area is the behavioural aspects of managerial accounting which will be investigated in areas such as budgeting, divisional performance and business performance management. The module will build on previous studies and will aim to develop your problem-solving and critical abilities, which is critical for the non-accounting professional in business.

Compulsory

Case Studies in Accounting and Finance - 20 credits

The module aims to develop your skills of analysis and evaluation through the use of case studies in financial accounting, management accounting, financial theory and international finance. The module adopts a problem-based approach requiring you to integrate learning from across the course from all disciplines studied to identify, analyse, apply and evaluate real-world business problems.

Compulsory

We regularly review our course content to keep it relevant and current for our students. Consequently, we may update modules to reflect the latest industry standards.

How you'll learn

This course is studied full-time over one or two years, depending on the level of entry. You can start in September, January or May.

Seminars and workshops are interactive teaching environments, often involving hypothetical problem questions, simulations, case studies and the analysis of more theoretical issues.

Teaching contact hours

As a full-time undergraduate student, you will study modules totalling 120 credits each academic year. You will normally study one 30-credit module at a time. A typical 30-credit module requires a total of 300 hours of study made up of teaching contact hours, guided and independent study.

Teaching hours

Teaching hours may vary depending on your year of study and selected modules. During your first year, you can expect 12-15 teaching hours each week. You will also have the option to attend additional sessions, including time with a progress coach or to meet with staff for advice and feedback. As you progress through your studies, teaching hours may reduce.

Guided and independent study

Throughout your studies, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study to make up the required study hours per module. You’ll be digging deeper into topics, review what you’ve learned and complete assignments. This can be completed around your personal commitments. As you progress through your studies, you’ll spend more time in independent study.

Online learning

As an innovative university, we use different teaching methods including online tools and emerging technologies. So, some of your teaching hours and assessments may be delivered online.

Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Assessment methods may include:

phase tests
essays
group work
presentations
reports
projects
coursework
exams
individual Assignments
laboratories.

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements:

Select your region to find detailed information about entry requirements:

You can view our full list of country specific entry requirements on our Entry requirements page.

Alternatively, visit our International hub for further advice and guidance on finding in-country agents and representatives, joining our in-country events and how to apply.

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.0 overall (with at least 5.5 in each component area)

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.

Fees and funding

Student	Full-time	Part-time
International	2027/28 fees TBC 2026/27 fees: £17,600 per year	Not available

For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our Undergraduate Finance page and see The University’s Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions.

The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the table above for the first Academic Year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year. For UK (home) students, if Parliament permits an increase in tuition fees, the university may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with the Retail Price Index (RPI), a UK measure of inflation that tracks changes in the cost of living.

For international students, we may increase fees each year, but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (e.g. to repeat a year or resit examinations) you may be charged the tuition fees in force at the time you take that additional period of study, and/or in line with any legislative changes that apply at that time.

We offer a range of International scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our International Scholarships page.

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them. Find out what's included in your tuition costs.

The following are additional costs not included in the tuition fees:

Any optional overseas ﬁeld trips or visits: £400+ per trip.
Any costs associated with securing, attending or completing a placement (whether in the UK or abroad) which may include costs of travel, accommodation, equipment or uniform required for the placement and any visa-related costs.

*Irish student fees

The rights of Irish residents to study in the UK are preserved under the Common Travel Area arrangement. If you are an Irish student and meet the residency criteria, you can study in England, pay the same level of tuition fees as English students and utilise the Tuition Fee Loan.

How do you know if you need to pay UK or international tuition fees?

We assess your fee status using the information in your application. This status determines your tuition fees and the scholarships or financial support you can get. The Department for Education sets the rules for who pays UK (home) or international (overseas) fees in England.

The regulations list which students can pay the home fee rate. Because these rules are complex, the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) provides fee status guidance to help you find the right category. If you meet all the criteria for one category, your institution must charge you the home rate.

Facilities

We have a range of facilities⁴ available to support you in putting the theories you're taught into practice. 

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The Trading Floor

The Trading Floor is an invaluable facility that allows you to get hands-on with industry-standard software. Featuring contemporary dual-screen Bloomberg terminals, the facility adds a dynamic practical element to your course.

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Careers team

Employability is at the forefront of all our accounting and finance courses. Our dedicated careers team are also on hand to help. They can assist you in applying for work placements, graduate level jobs and offer skills development workshops, and also organise networking events to introduce you to potential employers and industry contacts.

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sigma Centre

The sigma Centre is housed in our Lanchester Library and offers maths and statistics support through drop-in sessions and bookable appointments. It is the ideal place to help you navigate any issues you might have while studying an accounting and finance degree.

Facilities are subject to availability⁴. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and/or may have reduced availability or restrictions where the university is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders.

Careers and opportunities

On successful completion, you should be well placed to pursue a wide variety of potential future career options in finance, management, accounting, banking, personal and corporate finance and IT in private, public and third sector organisations. You could explore potential future roles as an accountant, auditor, business analyst, investment consultant, stock controller, tax assistant or teacher.

You will be able to:

demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of the fundamental functions of and contexts in which accounting and finance operates in an international context.
communicate accounting and finance concepts, models and techniques – including interpretation and forecasting of financial statement and business valuation – in a clear and precise style through written and oral work.
analyse and draw reasoned conclusions concerning structured and unstructured problems from sets of data drawn from a range of sources, such as corporate annual reports, FAME and Bloomberg etc.
analyse and discuss contemporary accounting and finance issues using appropriate accounting and finance principles and conventions.
record and summarise transactions and other economic events in accounting systems for presentation and decision-making purposes.
prepare and analyse financial statements through the use of recognised accounting conventions, statistical methods and computer-based techniques.
analyse and produce financial solutions to complex business decisions.

Further study

Alternatively, you may decide to pursue postgraduate study opportunities by studying courses such as Accounting and Financial Management MSc or Finance MSc here at Coventry Business School, which could further enhance your employability. Please note that further study opportunities are subject to competitive application, availability, meeting any applicable visa requirements and additional costs may apply.

You may be entitled to an alumni discount on your fees if you decide to extend your time with us by progressing from undergraduate to postgraduate study.

How to apply

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International students

International codes:
CBLU024 (to start at Level 5)
FBLU107 (to start at Level 6)

How to apply

For further support for international applicants applying for an undergraduate degree view our International hub.

You can also download our International Guide which contains lots of useful information about our courses, accommodation, tips for travel and guidance on how to apply.

If you'd like further support or more information about your course get in touch with us today.

+44 (0)24 7765 6565

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Disclaimers

Coventry University, Coventry University London, Coventry University Wrocław, CU Coventry, CU London, CU Scarborough, and Coventry University Online come together to form part of the Coventry University Group (the University) with all degrees awarded by Coventry University.

¹Accreditations, partnerships and memberships

Some of our courses have been formally recognised by professional bodies, which means the courses have been reviewed and tested to ensure they reach a set standard. In some instances, studying on an accredited course can give you additional benefits such as exemptions from professional exams (subject to availability, fees may apply. See the relevant body website for more details). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships are subject to successful renewal in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the University maintaining the same high standards of course delivery. If the accreditation, recognition or membership of this course changes, we will notify applicants and students as soon as possible.

²UK and international opportunities

Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or international opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be unpaid and/or subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel, public authority guidance, decisions or orders and visa requirements. Before seeking an overseas placement, read our visa advice page.

³Tuition fees

The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the above table for the first academic year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year.

For UK (home) students, if the Parliament permit an increase in tuition fees, the University may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation.

For international students, we may increase fees annually but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (for example to repeat a year or resit examinations) you may be charged the tuition fees in force at the time you take that additional period of study, and/or in line with any legislative changes that apply at that time.

⁴Facilities

Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised. Availability and access may be reduced or restricted when the University is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders or internal health and safety requirements.

Student Contract

By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the University. A copy of the current 2025/26 contract is available for information purposes only. The 2027/28 contract will apply to the 2027/28 intakes and may differ from the current version. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the University will owe to you. You should read the applicable Student Contract carefully before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the University.

Accounting and Finance for International Business BSc (Hons) top-up

Course features

Year of entry

Location

Study mode

Duration

Course code

Start date

Course overview

Rated Gold Overall

5 QS Stars for Teaching and Facilities

Top 5 Student City in England (Coventry)

Why you should study this course

What you'll study

Modules

Modules

Modules

How you'll learn

Teaching contact hours

Teaching hours

Guided and independent study

Online learning

Assessment

Entry requirements

English language requirements

Fees and funding

*Irish student fees

Facilities

The Trading Floor

Careers team

sigma Centre

Careers and opportunities

Further study

How to apply

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