Professional Accounting

Entry requirements

An honours degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in an accounting-related discipline, at least two years work experience in the accounting or finance sector or relevant professional qualifications.

Months of entry

January, March, May, July, September, November

Course content

This course is designed for accounting professionals who want to enhance their career prospects by gaining advanced knowledge and skills in key areas of accounting and finance.

• Enhance your knowledge in strategic financial management, performance management and financial reporting.
• Develop your critical thinking, analytical problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Gain practical experience and boost your CV with additional professional practice on campus, a nine-week internship, or a longer professional placement. See the modules for more details.

Why you should study this course

This course is for you if you want to:

• fast-track your career: gain exemptions from ACCA and CIMA professional qualifications (see accreditation section for more information)
• learn from experts: taught by experienced academics and industry professionals (staff subject to change)
• access industry insights: attend guest lectures from leading accounting and finance professionals.
• gain practical experience: boost your CV with additional professional practice on campus, a nine-week internship, or a longer professional placement. See the modules for more details.

Accreditation and professional recognition

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

This course is accredited by CIMA for the 2025/26 intake. Successful completion of the course entitles students to exemptions from 11 papers of CIMA. CIMA does not charge for exemption applications. CIMA charge fees separately for registration and student membership. Please see the CIMA website for more details.

Please use the official Coventry University website as your main source of information as our courses are subject to change throughout the year.