What should I do ???????

I’m currently taking a course which combines business and accounting, but I initially wanted to do accounting.

But in 1st yr I realised I don’t like accounting and tbh I find it hard too. So then I decided to just stick w the business side.

But everything is abit meh here too 😭 IDK WHAT IM GOING TO DO IN THE FUTURE 😭😭😭.

Bc im also doing a placement yr in my course, I’m tryna find a placement to increase my employability but EVERY COMPANY IS REJECTING ME 😭😭

I keep applying and have been applying since September and have updated my CV twice and have made several cover letters.

Before uni when we were asked in school “what do you like” or “what do you want to become”, I didn’t have a clue and I still don’t. I’m just sticking to this degree bc I’ve already ****ed myself up but I need to complete this degree since I’ve started it already and almost half way thru.

I don’t wanna be negative bc I have learnt stuff and it wasn’t a bad experience but what annoys me that I don’t think I see a good future ahead of myself. I don’t want to jinx it but idk I’m scared. I finally matured and now I have to fix myself up 😞

Are there any other ppl in a similar position?

Do u have any advice for me?

Hello,

I can empathise with your situation as I faced a similar dilemma during my undergraduate years. The key to overcoming such a situation is being proactive and improving yourself.
Firstly, I recommend engaging with career counsellors at your university. They will provide valuable insights and guidance to identify potential career paths. Meanwhile, tailoring your CV for every role you apply for, making it ATS-friendly by incorporating industry-specific keywords, and showcasing how your strengths align with the job requirements can significantly improve your chances.
https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/browse-a-to-z
Look into this website if you do not know about it already. You can look for the requirements of the role you are applying for and customise your CV according to them.
Secondly, try looking for any certifications to enhance your skill set further. I found it helpful during my undergrad years, and it helped me get a job after many unsuccessful attempts. Reflect on your interests and try finding something which you will enjoy.
Finally, networking events and interactions with recruiters provide valuable insights into the roles. Keep in touch with them through LinkedIn or any professional networking platforms, as it will allow you to understand the industry from a professional's point of view. This, in turn, will help you personalise your CV and stand out among other applicants.
Keep an open mind and stay positive. It takes so much effort to not give up during times like this, but in the end, it is worth investing your efforts to get you closer to finding the right fit. Do not stress so much about this, but stay resilient. Talk to your peers about how they overcome such challenges, which might also help. Keep pushing yourself!

Cheers,
MSc International Business Student.

I’m currently taking a course which combines business and accounting, but I initially wanted to do accounting.

But in 1st yr I realised I don’t like accounting and tbh I find it hard too. So then I decided to just stick w the business side.

But everything is abit meh here too 😭 IDK WHAT IM GOING TO DO IN THE FUTURE 😭😭😭.

Bc im also doing a placement yr in my course, I’m tryna find a placement to increase my employability but EVERY COMPANY IS REJECTING ME 😭😭

I keep applying and have been applying since September and have updated my CV twice and have made several cover letters.

Before uni when we were asked in school “what do you like” or “what do you want to become”, I didn’t have a clue and I still don’t. I’m just sticking to this degree bc I’ve already ****ed myself up but I need to complete this degree since I’ve started it already and almost half way thru.

I don’t wanna be negative bc I have learnt stuff and it wasn’t a bad experience but what annoys me that I don’t think I see a good future ahead of myself. I don’t want to jinx it but idk I’m scared. I finally matured and now I have to fix myself up 😞

Are there any other ppl in a similar position?

Do u have any advice for me?

Anon,

If there's a career's service at your university, I would definitely recommend that you check it out.
They will be able to provide you with support writing cover letters, CVs, and filling in application forms. They should also be able to help you with interview skills.

It might be an idea to try and get feedback to see if there is a reason the companies are saying no. You could ask someone to look over some of your cover letters and see if there are spelling errors or not enough about why you'd be great for the company.

Try also to think about it as good practice for life post uni. If you can get good at writing cover letters and CVs now, it will hopefully make it easier when you are looking for work.

Do try to be more positive. You'd be surprised at how negativity can seep into different things that a person does. It could be that your cover letters don't sound very enthusiastic or confident in comparison to other cover letters they are receiving.

Don't give up, but do try and get some advice on the best way to approach some of the companies that you are interested in.

All the best!

Oluwatosin – 3rd year student – University of Huddersfield

I’m currently taking a course which combines business and accounting, but I initially wanted to do accounting.

But in 1st yr I realised I don’t like accounting and tbh I find it hard too. So then I decided to just stick w the business side.

But everything is abit meh here too 😭 IDK WHAT IM GOING TO DO IN THE FUTURE 😭😭😭.

Bc im also doing a placement yr in my course, I’m tryna find a placement to increase my employability but EVERY COMPANY IS REJECTING ME 😭😭

I keep applying and have been applying since September and have updated my CV twice and have made several cover letters.

Before uni when we were asked in school “what do you like” or “what do you want to become”, I didn’t have a clue and I still don’t. I’m just sticking to this degree bc I’ve already ****ed myself up but I need to complete this degree since I’ve started it already and almost half way thru.

I don’t wanna be negative bc I have learnt stuff and it wasn’t a bad experience but what annoys me that I don’t think I see a good future ahead of myself. I don’t want to jinx it but idk I’m scared. I finally matured and now I have to fix myself up 😞

Are there any other ppl in a similar position?

Do u have any advice for me?

Your scaring me😭 because I’m going to study accounting and finance this sep. which is similar to what you are studying, and I’ve also heard it can be quite boring… is there anything in particular you don’t enjoy? Or is it the whole course that just isn’t it??

I’m sorry 😭

Tbh it depends on if ur good with numbers. If u feel happy, comfortable and understand numbers well - u will be fine.

In my case, calculations aren’t one of my strong points so I struggle a lot in the modules requiring calculations. ofc I try to go over it again and practice but idk it just doesn’t stick to me as well as it does to others 🤷🏻*♀️

Also it might depend on ur uni and lecturers. Some lecturers r nice and will explain things until u understand but some r ********s and don’t explain **** properly. Also one of my lecturers wouldn’t talk about assignments in the lectures 🤦🏻*♀️

I don’t really enjoy my course (although it is more business related than accounting) but I would’ve HATED doing accounting and finance cos of how much I hated the maths related modules (management accounting and financial accounting).

Management accounting is like using different methods to allocate costs to departments etc….

Financial accounting is like going through costs and info to make balance sheets/profit & loss statements etc…

Depending on ur uni the modules might be different too so do check and research about them properly.

Honestly I don’t think a lot of ppl in my yr actually enjoy their course. They’re mostly here for money, for a job, or just cos they don’t know what else to be doing.

Hello,

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE ADVICE 🥺🥺!!!!

To be honest when I first applied for my course, I thought they’d provide more support with placements. But that wasn’t the case and I have to do everything myself 😢.

But hopefully everything will be fine and things will go well.

If you don’t mind me asking, what did you do after your undergrad degree?

Bsc Business and Accounting student

I’m sorry 😭

Tbh it depends on if ur good with numbers. If u feel happy, comfortable and understand numbers well - u will be fine.

In my case, calculations aren’t one of my strong points so I struggle a lot in the modules requiring calculations. ofc I try to go over it again and practice but idk it just doesn’t stick to me as well as it does to others 🤷🏻*♀️

Also it might depend on ur uni and lecturers. Some lecturers r nice and will explain things until u understand but some r ********s and don’t explain **** properly. Also one of my lecturers wouldn’t talk about assignments in the lectures 🤦🏻*♀️

I don’t really enjoy my course (although it is more business related than accounting) but I would’ve HATED doing accounting and finance cos of how much I hated the maths related modules (management accounting and financial accounting).

Management accounting is like using different methods to allocate costs to departments etc….

Financial accounting is like going through costs and info to make balance sheets/profit & loss statements etc…

Depending on ur uni the modules might be different too so do check and research about them properly.

Honestly I don’t think a lot of ppl in my yr actually enjoy their course. They’re mostly here for money, for a job, or just cos they don’t know what else to be doing.

Oh then you should be fine, don’t worry! I only suffered / am suffering bc I’m weak w numbers

Sadly yep 🥲 but I think no matter what I studied, I would’ve suffered either way so 🤷🏻*♀️

Most ppl haven’t studied accounting and finance before uni and r fine with it rn. So u might be fine too

I go to Kingston university 🫤

What uni r u planning to go?

Dw 😄

Tbh the maths is mainly equation based or u have to remember how to calculate things but i don’t think it’s as hard as a-level maths.

Since im doing business and accounting I’m doing modules : marketing, project management, management accounting and modules of my choice

The accounting and finance ppl are doing: management accounting, financial reporting, and some other modules that I don’t remember 😅

Yh tbh to get accredited as an accountant u have to do so many exams (I think it’s 4-8 exams — don’t rlly remember)

I realised after first yr that I didn’t like it so I just stuck w my current course

But I think if u just suffer for abit and suck it up, there’s a lot of benefits to having a degree in accounting - a lot of ppl in high paid roles have this degree

Ohhh, well that now depends on u - do u prefer to revise and prepare for exams or do assignments and projects throughout the yr and have no or limited exams ??

Well hopefully things go well for u!

I’m currently taking a course which combines business and accounting, but I initially wanted to do accounting.
But in 1st yr I realised I don’t like accounting and tbh I find it hard too. So then I decided to just stick w the business side.
But everything is abit meh here too 😭 IDK WHAT IM GOING TO DO IN THE FUTURE 😭😭😭.
Bc im also doing a placement yr in my course, I’m tryna find a placement to increase my employability but EVERY COMPANY IS REJECTING ME 😭😭
I keep applying and have been applying since September and have updated my CV twice and have made several cover letters.
Before uni when we were asked in school “what do you like” or “what do you want to become”, I didn’t have a clue and I still don’t. I’m just sticking to this degree bc I’ve already ****ed myself up but I need to complete this degree since I’ve started it already and almost half way thru.
I don’t wanna be negative bc I have learnt stuff and it wasn’t a bad experience but what annoys me that I don’t think I see a good future ahead of myself. I don’t want to jinx it but idk I’m scared. I finally matured and now I have to fix myself up 😞
Are there any other ppl in a similar position?
Do u have any advice for me?