Economics and Accounting (MA)LN14

Economics and Accounting are complementary, both in terms of knowledge and the wider-ranging skills they help develop, such as IT and data interpretation (for example, corporate and public sector accounts). Studying this combined programme will help you understand the economic incentives that shape and reconcile the important decisions made by individuals, businesses, governments and societies. Accountancy is the fastest-growing area of business activity. The ability to measure financial information and make projections affects economic and organisational decision-making at all levels. Financial accountants report on the performance of an organisation, and management accountants provide financial information to help with planning and strategy. This combined programme is suitable if you are planning to take accountancy qualifications after graduation. We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our student experience team offer an extensive range of pastoral and professional provision to support you on your undergraduate journey. We provide many varied opportunities for you to engage in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies. You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches: Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4) Edinburgh Award You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes. Accounting is accredited by the: Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS)Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)Chartered Institute of Public Finance & Accountancy (CIPFA)Association of International Accountants (AIA)Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) If you decide to undertake a professional accounting examination with an accountancy organisation (after you graduate), the proposed structure of the degree programme will allow you to be exempt from a number of subjects. You can apply to join via the graduate entry route and will be awarded the appropriate exemptions (based upon our existing accreditation arrangements with the respective accountancy organisation) when you enrol for their professional examinations. Professional membership to a professional accountancy organisation is subject to: the terms and conditions specifiedpassing the required examinationshaving a minimum period of work-related experience (as specified by the accountancy organisation) Other terms and conditions may also apply. Check with the relevant accountancy organisation for full details. Successful completion of the examinations and attainment of professional membership status with a professional accountancy organisation is regarded as a highly coveted and respected accounting qualification worldwide.