The course has made me a well-rounded individual, providing me with a strong foundation in Accounting and Finance as well having a good understanding of various other business disciplines. This is important, as the ability to apply technical accounting skills in a commercially focused way is a crucial part of being a successful Accountant.
The experience that I have built up during my placement year has really developed a range of key commercial and soft skills that I will need for life. This has also given me a lot more to talk about throughout the graduate scheme/job application process. Some modules are also very workplace focused and include vital skills such Excel.