Personal Statement for BA Accounting and Finance

Personal Statement

PERSONAL STATEMENT
Why are you applying for your chosen course(s)?
I have completed HNC / HND and my course during it, was Diploma in Business
management and now I wanted to apply for BA Accounting and Finance. I am applying for this
course because I have interest in accounting and finance and if it will be selected by me then I
will be able to learn about different types of techniques that could be applied by businesses. I
have applied for this course as it will help me to develop understanding about costing, economies
for accounting and finance, financial accounting principles, quantitative analysis of finance etc.
Why does this subject interest you? Include evidence that you understand what’s required to
study the course, e.g. if applying for psychology courses, show that you know how
scientific the subject is.
The subject accounting and finance interest me because it will provide me opportunity to
learn different types of new techniques and tools that are required by business entities.
Knowledge of basic accounting concepts, conventions and principles is required to study this
course. Apart from this, as I have completed Diploma in Business Management so I am having
skills such as management, critical analysis and knowledge of the way in which a business could
be managed. I am also having brief knowledge about different types of accounting techniques
that will be useful while studying this course. This course will also help me to get aware of
digital and management accounting, financial reporting, taxation for individuals and businesses,
auditing, corporate and behavioural finance etc.
Why do you think you’re suitable for the course(s)? Do you have any particular skills and
experience that will help you to succeed on the course(s)?
I am very attentive and a good listener and if I will be provided the opportunity to study
in the university then I will be able to use my qualities to complete the course properly. It also
shows that I am suitable for the course as I have having brief knowledge of accounting and
finance related concepts. My skills will be beneficial for me to get succeed in the course as I
always try to make efforts to score good marks in examination.
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