Professional qualifications are ideal for students or graduates who want to gain industry recognized certifications that lead directly to skilled employment in finance, law, or business.
ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)
A globally recognized accountancy qualification.
- Path to becoming a Chartered Certified Accountant
- Combines exams, ethics, and work experience
- Available via full-time or part-time study
- Recognized in over 180 countries
CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants)
Focuses on business finance and strategic management.
- Ideal for careers in corporate finance or business leadership
- Flexible study options including online
- Can be combined with MBA or other degrees
BPC (Bar Practice Course – Law)
Required for students wishing to become Barristers in the UK.
- Replaced the BPTC (Bar Professional Training Course)
- Requires completion of an LLB or GDL (Graduate Diploma in Law)
- Intense focus on advocacy, legal research, and casework
- Leads to pupillage and legal practice