Accounting and Finance v Economics
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Accounting and Finance v EconomicsHey guys,
I just finishing my GCSE's at the moment and will probably be applying to LSE for 2014 entry. I was just wondering which degree out of the two was more challenging, more interesting and of a higher reputation to employees, (specifically investment banks)? -
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Economics every time. To do economics well you must be getting high grades in maths. I would strongly advise doing maths A2 level and maybe another math based A level such as physics or chemistry. LSE will be looking for a strong maths background and economics or business qualifications. I would also consider Oxford as the degree in Economics and management there has both economics and business accounting and finance aspects to it. This degree is very sort after by employers. First nail your gcses and rest will follow on. Good luck
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Re: Accounting and Finance v Economics[QUOTE=jmsigoe;38088223]Economics every time. To do economics well you must be getting high grades in maths. I would strongly advise doing maths A2 level and maybe another math based A level such as physics or chemistry. LSE will be looking for a strong maths background and economics or business qualifications. I would also consider Oxford as the degree in Economics and management there has both economics and business accounting and finance aspects to it. This degree is very sort after by employers. First nail your gcses and rest will follow on. Good luck
Do you think Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Economics are good a-level subjects for economics, and do you think 8 A* at GCSE would be enough to get a offer?? -
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Yes I got an offer from LSE and I did them subjects
I got A*A*AA but I chose Oxford in the end.You should be aiming for atleast AAA as that will be around the required grades.The gcses are good to have but in all honestly the uni will really only look at A levels. I would also advise doing extra curriculum things to boost your chances for gaining an offer at LSE. For example reading around economics and taking part in work experience in banking if that's where your interests lie. Any other questions?
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Re: Accounting and Finance v EconomicsYup, that'll put you in the mix. You'll need a very good personal statement too. Perhaps Further Maths would be more useful than Biology. But, remember there isn't really any point where you can say "that's good enough to get an offer". The LSE Economics course is incredibly competitive so imo the personal statement will be very important. A friend had incredible grades on paper but didn't get an offer. With so many highly qualified applicants your PS will have to stand out. Good grades, a good personal statement and a whole lot of luck I'd say would be good enough to get an offer!(Original post by Ehtii-_-96)
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Agree completely with the statements above. I would also say you'd also be selected for interview if your grades and PS was good enough for LSE. So you may want to think about preparing interview techniques closer to the time if you still set on going there
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The volunteer work is great. When I had my interview I spoke about my work experience at Barclays and also an asset management company. I would recommend you try to contact banks or financial institutions to gain work experience. It's great as it allows you to experience the atmosphere and the possible jobs role you may want to go into. It is also good as you can talk about it at interview and say how your interested etc
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Re: Accounting and Finance v Economicslol wut?(Original post by jmsigoe)
Yes I got an offer from LSE and I did them subjects I got A*A*AA but I chose Oxford in the end.You should be aiming for atleast AAA as that will be around the required grades.The gcses are good to have but in all honestly the uni will really only look at A levels. I would also advise doing extra curriculum things to boost your chances for gaining an offer at LSE. For example reading around economics and taking part in work experience in banking if that's where your interests lie. Any other questions?
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Re: Accounting and Finance v Economics8A* will put you in the mix but in no way will GCSEs get you the offer. Chemistry, Maths and Economics are great subjects for L101, (although be aware Chemistry A level is a lot of work) but you should definitely, definitely consider further maths at least to AS. It's a requirement for some top Econ courses and 'strongly preferred' at LSE so I think it would give you a better chance, they actually will ask why you don't study it! If I had to throw in another subject I would say Physics instead of Chemistry, just because it will complement Maths very well and relieve the pressures of Chemistry learning.(Original post by jmsigoe)
Do you think Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Economics are good a-level subjects for economics, and do you think 8 A* at GCSE would be enough to get a offer??
Just remember getting good grades is one thing but your personal statement is entirely another. It's good you're thinking about this so soon, because you need to spend time now doing things worth writing about. Read some economics texts, get some work experience if you can and make sure you have a few extracurricular things to mention such as team sports, public speaking, debating, or even any maths competitions or summer schools.
To the question: Economics. If you weren't aiming for a top uni I would be inclined to say Accountancy to become a chartered accountant, but Economics at LSE will be more than helpful if you want to go into IB.Last edited by North Irelandman; 15-06-2012 at 13:24. -
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Re: Accounting and Finance v EconomicsWas it the financial burden of studying at LSE that made you decide to go for Brookes? Because if that isn't the core reason I'm interested to know why you chose Brookes over LSE.(Original post by jmsigoe)
Yeah turns out I got a scholarship at Brooke's and get to go Christchurch this year :P pretty lucky
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I hope you know that Oxford Brookes and Oxford are two different universities? -
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Re: Accounting and Finance v Economics*facepalm*(Original post by maximilian7)
Was it the financial burden of studying at LSE that made you decide to go for Brookes? Because if that isn't the core reason I'm interested to know why you chose Brookes over LSE.
I hope you know that Oxford Brookes and Oxford are two different universities?
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Yes I got an offer from LSE and I did them subjects I got A*A*AA but I chose Oxford in the end.You should be aiming for atleast AAA as that will be around the required grades.
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I'm currently a student at Oxford Brooke's university reading Economics,Finance and International business. I have pretty good A levels (A* A C D) in economics p.e biology and maths.
In short: he's trolling.
