Students choose to read for the UGCrecognized BSc. (Hons) in Applied Accounting degree at Mercury
If global recognition and employability are what you are looking for, then the BSc. (Hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University at Mercury Institute is the programme for you. It is a versatile qualification and is one of the most employable degrees currently available in Sri Lanka and hence, it is no surprise that it has been recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of Sri Lanka.
Value of the BSc. Degree from Oxford Brookes
Students gain access to 2 truly global qualifications, with the ACCA professional qualification and the BSc. degree from Oxford Brookes. An academic qualification like the BSc. (Hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University not only gives students practical insights into the corporate world, but also helps them hone their soft skills
Oxford Brookes University – Key Highlights
Recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka Ranked No. 52 in the UK –2017 (Times Higher Education) Ranked 401-500 in the world – 2017 (Times Higher Education) Student satisfaction rating of 4.17 out of 5.0 (The Complete University Guide) 96% of Oxford Brookes graduates in Sri Lanka find employment within 3 months of graduating 94% of research conducted at Brookes is internationally recognized with 59% being judged to be of 'world leading' quality or 'internationally excellent' (The Complete University Guide, 2016) One of the first universities, as a whole, to be awarded the Investors in People Gold standard award Awarded the Athena SWAN Bronze Medal in 2013. Athena SWAN (Scientific Women's Academic Network), is a UK programme that celebrates recognition and commitment to advancing women’s careers in science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine in Higher Education and research like presentation and communication skills. Oxford Brookes undergraduates master the art of report writing, which is essential in any professional work role.
Why Mercury for Oxford Brookes degrees
Mercury is the only Platinum Status Tuition Provider for ACCA in Sri Lanka and is therefore the only institute fully equipped to guide students towards success in their BSc. Degree. Working closely with Oxford Brookes University, UK, Mercury guarantees a high-quality academic experience.
Mercury is also the only institute with a Platinum-calibre panel of academically and professionally qualified University Registered Mentors to guide undergraduate students through their research projects. Their warm and friendly approach puts students at ease and facilitates a comfortable discussion ambiance.
Dinusha Weerawardane (Programme Head for the Oxford Brookes Programme at Mercury and the Oxford Brookes Alumni President for the Sri Lankan Chapter) is an ACCA Member, and holds a MSc. in International Business Management from the University of West London, the BSc. (Hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University, UK and an LLB (Hons) in Business Law from Staffordshire University, UK. She has over 4 years of corporate exposure in the fields of financial analysis, strategy consulting and marketing and has worked at Orange Electrics in the capacity of Financial Analyst and was a Research Analyst at Stax Inc. prior to shifting to the higher education industry.
Akshika Suriyakumara is also an ACCA Member and a holder of the BSc. (Hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University, UK. She has over 4 years of work experience. She has worked in the audit sector, then at Tellida as an Assistant Manager – Finance and Accounting and is currently employed at WDR Samarakoon Group of Companies as a Treasury and Financial Analyst. She is also an ACCA Prizewinner for multiple subjects.
Ransimalie Warnapura is an ACCA Affiliate, and a holder of a BBA (Hons) in International Business and a Graduate Diploma in Accounting, with over 3 years of work experience in the fields of financial and management accounting, business analysis, risk advisory and research. She has worked at Etisalat Lanka in the capacity of Accounts Executive and is currently an Assistant Manager for Risk Advisory Services at BDO Partners Sri Lanka.
Mercury also provides all its Oxford Brookes undergraduates with an up-to-date, original, UK-edition Oxford Brookes Project Guide Book from Kaplan Publishing – free of charge. Furthermore, Mercury’s in-house job bank guarantees job placements to all graduates at top companies in Sri Lanka.
Celebrating Success in the UK
Students who successfully pass out as holders of the BSc. (Hons) in Applied Accounting at Mercury have the opportunity to be part of the Official Oxford Brookes Graduation in UK, or the regional graduations in Malaysia or Singapore. They would also be invited to participate at Mercury’s Annual Convocation in Sri Lanka, which will be attended by Oxford Brookes and ACCA Representatives and guests, peers and lecturers.
Alumni Chapter in Sri Lanka
The Oxford Brookes University Alumni Chapter in Sri Lanka was successfully established last year at Mercury’s Annual Graduation and Awards Night and John Playle, Chief Moderator for the BSc. (Hons) Applied Accounting programme of Oxford Brookes University, was also present at this event.
John Playle stated, “We are very pleased that an alumni chapter has been established in Sri Lanka in collaboration with Mercury and we look forward to building our relationships in Sri Lanka and continuing on this journey.”
Dinusha Weerawardane, President of the Sri Lankan chapter stated, “Oxford Brookes University has over 130,000 alumni worldwide, and with over 250 alumni in Sri Lanka, I think this launch came at a great time because it gives everyone the opportunity to meet up with old colleagues and grow their professional networks. It also makes current students work harder because they want to become alumni faster so that they can enjoy the benefits and be a part of all the exciting alumni events!”
Upcoming events for prospective students and alumni by Mercury in partnership with Oxford Brookes include an All-Island Inter-School Commerce Quiz, networking cocktails and many more.
Sign up for the UGCRecognized BSc. Degree from Oxford Brookes at Mercury! Call Dinusha on 0711988988, or e-mail us at
mercury1@sltnet.lk.