Our School > School of Business > Accountancy > Why pursue this? Why pursue this? Accounting is the language of business as all businesses use this as a primary tool to communicate. The success as well as failure of the organizations is communicated concisely which further provides transparency and confidence to the management, staff, shareholders as well as to the general public. The Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet and the Cash Flow statements are primary statements found in audited reports and each has its purpose. These statements are prepared in compliance with statutory requirements which may change. Students of Accounting are therefore better equipped when they also understand the theory of accounting which they would only get through accounting degrees. An accounting degree by itself is a general qualification which opens up different opportunities including internal auditing, tax preparation, planning or management accounting and business consultancy. Which degree is for you? The following two degrees are appropriate for those interested in pursuing careers in the accounting and financial sectors with some foundation to legal knowledge in the commercial sector. For example, if you are mathematically inclined with a passion for accountancy and prefer to be a qualified Accountant or CPA, the B.Sc. Accounting and Finance may be appropriate. If you prefer a general understanding of accounting with legal knowledge for management consultancy career, the B.Sc. Accounting in Law may be more appropriate. The B.Sc Accounting & Finance is appropriate for those who wish to become professional accountants or for those who are professionally qualified in the accountancy field and would now like to obtain a degree. This degree is ideal if you wish to pursue a career in professional accountancy, investment banking, investment analysis and management or financial management. For those advancing to higher professional studies in Accountancy, this degree is accredited by ICPAS; enable graduates to sit for ICPAS Professional Examination for membership purpose to attain the CPA Singapore designation. The B.Sc Accounting & Law is designed for those who are interested in pursuing a career in accounting or law and would like to work in areas of commerce such as insurance, banking, sales and marketing as well as management consultancy. Professional Qualification The B.Sc in Accounting and Finance will give maximum exemptions to those who desire to become a Certified Public Accountant. After completing the B.Sc Accounting and Finance degree which is accredited by ICPAS, graduates may take the final stage of ACCA or the ICPAS Professional Examination for membership purpose to attain the CPA Singapore designation.