The University of Exeter, in collaboration with the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), has added a new cohort of students into its Accounting Finance Manager Degree Apprenticeship programme.
This educational initiative is structured to provide both academic and professional qualifications in the field of accounting and finance.
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The programme commenced with a two-day induction event at the university, where the apprentices were introduced to the curriculum through various presentations and interactive sessions led by staff from both University and AAT.
University of Exeter Degree Partnerships head Rachael Johnstone said: “We are proud to be building an inclusive route into accounting and finance that equips apprentices to thrive from the start thanks to our special partnership with AAT.
“We have worked closely with our employer partners to ensure the programme is informed by – and aligns to – modern business practice and we are confident our inaugural ‘innovation cohort’ will graduate with the skills, experience and confidence to shape the future of the sector.”
Apprentices enrolled in the programme will initially focus on completing the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting during their first year, which is aimed at preparing them for immediate employment in finance and accounting positions.
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By GlobalDataAs the apprentices continue to work in full-time roles, they simultaneously progress in their studies, culminating in a BSc in Applied Finance from the University of Exeter after three years.
Additionally, graduates of the programme will be exempt from certain ACCA and CIMA examinations.
AAT Customer, Partnerships and Innovation executive director Claire Bennison said: “As a result of our close working partnership with the University of Exeter, it’s clear our Accounting Finance Manager Degree Apprenticeship has the potential to be transformational to students and employers alike.
“Not only that, it’s also a strong example of how, by working together, we find different solutions to addressing the skills shortage across the UK, and open up access to careers in finance.”
