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BSc (Hons) Applied Accounting and Finance
Accounting
Finance Manager
Degree apprenticeship
Distance learning
Position your team to provide financial leadership for your organisation and get ahead of new technologies that are transforming the accounting and finance industry – CIMA & IFA accredited.
Key information
Apprenticeship standard
Accounting Finance Manager Degree Apprenticeship v1.0 (ST1303)
Full-time or part-time
46 weeks per year (typically one day a week off-the-job)
Start date
January, April or October
Course length
36-39 months
Degree
BSc (Hons) Applied Accounting and Finance
Location
Distance learning
Up to one week of in-person teaching annually during both Year 1 and 2, and in-person exams in London.
End-point assessment
Integrated
Professional accreditations
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Institute of Financial Accountants (IFA)
Why choose this degree apprenticeship programme?
With an emphasis on sustainability, ethics, AI and digital skills, our Accounting Finance Manager degree apprenticeship offers a pathway for your employees’ professional growth and skills fit for the accounting industry’s future. Apprentices will develop expertise in the fundamental concepts of finance and accounting, and learn:
- How AI tools are transforming the accounting and finance industry
- How to use accounting software programs such as Sage
- How to extract and analyse information using Bloomberg
- Programming skills using Python
- Professional and ethical scepticism to effectively deliver good governance and sustainability
Who is this apprenticeship for?
This programme is designed to be integrated with full-time work, offering an efficient route to degree qualification and professional registration. It’s suitable for new hires in accounting and finance roles, or experienced professionals seeking to develop their knowledge and skills and gain a formal qualification.
Programme overview
What apprentices will study
Our Accounting Finance Manager degree apprenticeship programme develops your accounting and finance professionals from foundation to strategic level. It will equip them to provide financial and sustainable leadership for your organisation, with comprehensive training in:
- Financial accounting and management accounting principles and quantitative skills
- UK tax laws and legal/regulatory frameworks
- Professional ethics, sustainability, assurance and governance
- Leadership and talent management skills
- Critical analysis and complex problem-solving skills, using relevant technology
The programme was designed with the apprenticeship standard and major professional accounting qualifications in mind and developed with input from employers to ensure its relevance for today’s workplaces. It meets the Institute for Financial Accountants’ (IFA) Intermediate Financial Accountant membership requirements and offers direct access to the Management Level of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ (CIMA) Professional Qualification (8 exemptions).
By the end of the programme, apprentices will be able to:
- Manage financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems, procedures and internal controls, using emerging technologies such as automation, artificial intelligence, cloud-based applications and Making Tax Digital (MTD).
- Analyse data on competitors, stakeholders and market trends, and make recommendations for action.
- Manage systems to ensure cyber security and data integrity, and ensure operations and systems comply with regulations.
- Promote efficient use of resources through reconciliations, reviews and evaluations.
- Manage and advise on the production of tax computations and returns for HMRC in line with MTD.
- Use internal controls and risk management to safeguard assets and mitigate liabilities.
Courses
Summary
The courses outlined below are indicative of those planned for learners starting their apprenticeships in the 2025-26 academic year. Courses are subject to change in line with industry needs and apprenticeship requirements.
In addition to the courses below, at the beginning of each new academic year there is a Virtual Induction week where apprentices are expected to be available full-time for off- the-job learning.
The learning experience
Our degree apprenticeship programmes offer:
- Innovative, self-paced learning that blends interactive case studies, quizzes, and games
- Structured workplace activities so your employees can apply their learning in the real world
- Online seminars
- In-person bootcamps
- 1:1 sessions with our academic experts
- Access to industry-leading tools, technology and methods
We pride ourselves on our ability to offer personal attention. Apprentices will have access to:
- A dedicated Success Manager Team, who’ll support apprentices and their line managers from day one through to graduation.
- Subject-specialist course leaders to help learners achieve their full potential.
- Opportunities to learn from peers in different industries and organisations, including social learning activities and small group seminars.
- Options to tailor learning to their workplace, including closed cohorts, guest speakers, industry-specific case studies and bespoke modules.
Entry requirements
Standard offer
To study for this degree apprenticeship with us, learners must be employed in a suitable role with responsibilities aligned to the Accounting Finance Manager apprenticeship standard.
We set entrance requirements for our apprenticeships in partnership with employers on a case-by-case basis. Typically, apprentices will need to have:
- Three A-levels (or equivalent) at BBB or above
- GCSE Maths, English and IT at Grade 4/C or above
We’ll also consider prior learning and skills developed in the workplace for applicants who don’t have the traditional qualifications listed above. If this is the case, you should follow our Recognition of prior learning and credit transfer policy.
Qualifying for apprenticeship funding
To be eligible for funding, apprentices must fulfill the following requirements and provide all necessary documentation and evidence before their application can be processed and considered for approval.
To be eligible for funding, apprentices must:
- Meet the government’s residency requirements – this usually means applicants must have been living in the UK for the past three years.
- Have left full-time education before the apprenticeship start date.
- Be able to complete their apprenticeship, including the end-point assessment, within applicable time constraints (for example, a visa or fixed-term contract.)
- Be at least 16 years old.
Workforce development
Building capacity across your organisation
Developed with leading employers, the Accounting Finance Manager degree apprenticeship equips professionals with the skills to stay ahead in their industry and help your organisation succeed. Apprentices will gain:
- Links to professional registration through CIMA and IFA, with access to these professional communities
- Support to take on new responsibilities, developing their career and bolstering employee retention
- 1:1 support to help set and reach the goals that matter most in their role
- Critical thinking skills
- Collaborative skills essential for organisational success
What roles is this apprenticeship relevant for?
Accounting Finance Managers work in organisations of all sizes – from small businesses to global enterprises – and in the public, private, and third sector.
This apprenticeship is relevant for people in roles such as:
- Accounting and finance manager
- Accountants Assistant
- Accounts manager
- Accounts semi-senior
- Accounts senior
- Company accountant
- Credit controller
- Finance manager
- Financial accountant
- Financial controller
- Reporting accountant
- Systems accountant
Support for Apprentices
We work closely with our apprentices and employers to ensure you’re fully supported from day one of your journey with us. Apprentices will receive:
- Personalised guidance from a dedicated Success Manager Team
- Regular review meetings
- 1:1 bookable office hours with their course leads
- Additional learning support provided by our Student Support Team, complemented by access to external services where helpful
Support for Employers
Line managers and employers also benefit from:
- Regular manager forums
- Training and induction sessions
- Comprehensive reporting to help your apprenticeship scheme stay on track
Register your interest
Does your organisation have skills gaps to fill? Connect with our expert team to see how apprenticeships could be your solution.
Frequently asked questions
The information here is for organisations employing apprentices. If you’re interested in an apprenticeship, but not yet in a suitable role, you’ll need to apply directly to an employer. Vacancies with our employer partners are usually advertised on the government’s Find an Apprenticeship service or on company websites. For a head start, you can check out our application tips.
If you’re an employer or manager looking to upskill a member of your team (or an individual already employed in a relevant role), you can register your interest by booking a consultation call with our business development team. They’ll guide you through the process and help you determine the best approach for your organisation.
If the prospective apprentice is employed in a suitable role, they can join the next cohort that works for you. We have regular intakes in October, January and April. Applications typically close 4 weeks before each start date, so register your interest early to ensure enough time to get your employee onboarded.
No – apprentices can schedule most of their studies around work commitments. Some activities like exams and in-person bootcamps have fixed dates, which we’ll share in the programme timetable before you start.
As part of our application process, we undertake an initial assessment process with prospective apprentices to identify if our programme is sufficiently aligned to the employee’s role. We’ll work closely with apprentices and their line managers to make sure your learning is relevant, and that there are plenty of opportunities to apply new skills. This will include structured workplace activities to support your progress, and regular check-ins between our Success Managers and apprentices’ line managers.
All our programmes are designed to be accessible from the start. Our Student Support Team will provide apprentices with personalised support, where applicable, and we can also arrange Clear Links support workers or tailored learning support plans to help learners reach their full potential. If you would like to discuss a particular learning need for one of your employees in more detail, please book a call with our apprenticeship team.
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