Bachelor of Science in Finance and Accounting

About

The Bachelor’s degree programme Financial Management is focused on corporate finance, financial management and the relationships between manufacturing enterprises and the financial sector. It is based on the knowledge of microeconomics and macroeconomics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, accounting, law, taxation and economic and financial management. Specialised courses focus on the fields of financial planning and operational financial management in industrial companies. All of this is based on the application of modern methods and tools of financial management and managerial decision making. Special emphasis is placed on the use of simulations of real decision-making tasks. The programme also respects the marketing, personnel and psychological and social aspects of management. The programme is based on combining theoretical and practical skills. Lecturers often use case studies or interactive management games to allow students to have an in-depth understanding of the given issue. Students gain practical managerial skills not only during their compulsory internships in domestic or foreign companies engaged in international trade, but also in terms of courses which include regular meetings with experts from the field. The fifth semester includes a compulsory internship. to increase the employment opportunities of graduates. Students most often choose Škoda Auto a.s. for their internships as well as other partner companies of Škoda Auto University or foreign companies, primarily within the Volkswagen Group, with the support of the Erasmus+ programme. As a graduate, you will be employed as specialists and coordinators not only in the automotive industry, but also in corporate practice across the economy.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Financial Analyst, Accountant, Auditor, Tax Consultant, Budget Analyst, Financial Controller, Credit Analyst, Investment Banker, Risk Analyst, Treasury Analyst, Personal Financial Advisor, Wealth Manager, Loan Officer, Insurance Underwriter, Management Consultant, Forensic Accountant, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Analyst, Compliance Analyst, Government Accountant, NGO Finance Coordinator, Grants Manager, Financial Data Analyst, Blockchain Auditor, Corporate Treasurer, Internal Auditor, Equity Research Analyst, Finance Operations Associate, Cost Accountant, Portfolio Manager.