Business Administration: Accounting, Finance, and ESG

Whether pursuing careers in accounting, banking, consulting, investment management, sustainability, or entrepreneurship, students gain practical knowledge that can be applied across industries. Through financial analysis, accounting case studies, ESG frameworks, and real-world projects, graduates leave prepared to contribute to organizations seeking both financial performance and long-term sustainability.

Prague is one of Central Europe’s leading business and financial centers, home to multinational corporations, consulting firms, banks, startups, and investment organizations. By studying accounting and finance in Prague, students gain access to internship opportunities, professional networks, and potential career paths at companies operating across Europe and beyond.

The city’s international business environment provides valuable exposure to financial reporting, corporate governance, ESG initiatives, and investment practices, helping students connect classroom learning with real-world business challenges.

Students benefit from dual US and EU accreditation, ACCA-accredited coursework, internship opportunities, and faculty who bring academic expertise and practical business experience into the classroom. The program combines accounting, finance, and ESG perspectives, preparing graduates for today’s evolving business environment.

This concentration is closely linked with the ACCA curriculum (corresponding to the Applied Skills level – Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business). The program has been officially accredited by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), which is a globally recognized professional accountancy body, providing qualifications and promoting excellence in accountancy worldwide.

This prestigious professional accreditation adds significant value to our degree program. It substantially accelerates our students’ pathway to obtaining the official ACCA qualifications, enhancing their career prospects in the job market. Currently, the graduates of the program are eligible for exemptions from the following ACCA official exams:

These exemptions include all exams from the Applied Knowledge level and two exams from the Applied Skills level. Learn more about the ACCA Qualification structure here.

Graduates as well as the current students of the program can now register with ACCA and begin their journey toward earning one of the world’s most respected accountancy qualifications. Additional exam exemptions beyond the five that have already been approved are currently pending.

Business Administration: Accounting, Finance, and ESG is a 3-year study program. To graduate, students must accumulate 90 US credits (180 ECTS credits) by completing 30 courses.

Complete a three-year bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, and ESG while earning qualifications recognized in both the United States and the Czech Republic. Students accumulate 90 US credits (180 ECTS credits) through a combination of general education, business, concentration, and elective courses.

Having passed all the required and elective courses, students complete their studies by taking the graduation examination which includes a state exam covering the major module, a state exam covering the concentration module, and a thesis defense.

For more information on the modular structure and the program, please contact our admissions team at admissions@aauni.edu.

Students develop expertise in financial accounting, financial analysis, investment evaluation, budgeting, business strategy, ESG reporting, risk assessment, and data-driven decision-making. Graduates also strengthen their communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills through accounting case studies and real-world business projects.

Graduates of the Accounting, Finance, and ESG program will be able to:

Internships are a required part of the program. Students can complete their internship at companies such as McKinsey, PwC, Korn Ferry, Microsoft, and more. These opportunities allow students to apply classroom knowledge to real business environments, build professional networks, and strengthen their career readiness before graduation.

Graduates of the Accounting, Finance, and ESG program are prepared for a variety of roles in accounting firms, financial institutions, corporations, and sustainable investing organizations. 

Some potential career paths include:

Overall, graduates of this program possess a strong foundation in accounting and finance, coupled with a deep understanding of sustainable business practices and ESG considerations. These attributes enable them to pursue diverse career opportunities in finance, accounting, and sustainable investing sectors where financial expertise and ESG integration are increasingly valued for driving long-term value creation and positive societal impact.

Yes. Graduates receive a degree recognized in both the United States and the Czech Republic through AAU’s dual accreditation. In addition, the program’s ACCA accreditation helps students accelerate their path toward one of the world’s most respected professional accounting qualifications.

Overall, graduates of this program possess a strong foundation in financial accounting, accounting analysis, finance, and ESG strategy, combined with a deep understanding of sustainable business practices. These attributes enable them to pursue diverse career opportunities in finance, accounting, consulting, investment analysis, and sustainable investing sectors.

The Accounting, Finance, and ESG concentration is accredited by the Academic Quality Assurance Board of Anglo-American University. Its completion will be indicated on the transcript and diploma supplement.

We provide a wide range of scholarships, tuition discounts, and financial aid options to help make quality education more accessible. To learn more please visit our dedicated Financial Aid and Scholarships page.