COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor in Accounting and Financial Management at Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied aspects of accounting and finance. Core courses form the backbone of the program, equipping students with essential knowledge and skills to make informed financial decisions and analyse complex business situations. These courses include Financial Decision Making and Control, International Financial Reporting, Reporting, Analysis and Valuation, Analytics in Accounting and Financial Management, Data and Coding, and Setting the Stage. Through these core courses, students gain proficiency in evaluating financial performance, understanding reporting standards, applying data analytics, and developing critical insights necessary for strategic financial management. Complementing the core curriculum, a range of electives allows students to specialise and explore areas of interest, including Assurance Services, Management Control, Taxation, Controllership, Integrated Measurement and Reporting, Behavioural Finance, and Accounting, Analysis and Governance in Complex Deals. These electives provide opportunities to deepen expertise in specific fields, apply knowledge to practical scenarios, and develop specialised skills relevant to professional practice. The program is structured to foster critical thinking, analytical problem-solving, and collaboration, with a strong emphasis on using quantitative and data-driven approaches to support sound financial judgment. By combining rigorous core instruction with targeted electives, students acquire both breadth and depth in accounting and financial management, preparing them for a wide range of careers in auditing, corporate finance, financial analysis, and advisory services. The curriculum also aligns with post-master professional pathways, such as the Dutch CPA (RA), enabling students to continue their professional development seamlessly. Graduates emerge with the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies required to navigate complex financial environments and make meaningful contributions to organisations in both national and international contexts.