UNIVERSITY OF KENT 
BUSB4004: Financial Accounting 
Comprehensive Study and Exam Preparation Guide 2026 
 
- Part 01: Revision Notes 
- Part 02: Sample Final Examination Paper 
- Part 03: Detailed Solutions and Explanations 
- Part 04: Proven Exam Strategies and Tips 
 
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University of Kent - BUSB4004: Financial Accounting

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ACADEMIC YEAR 2025 - 2026

University	University of Kent
Module Code	BUSB4004
Credit Level	4
Module Name	Financial Accounting
Notes Title	Comprehensive Study and Exam Prep. Guide
Format	PDF
Page Length	81

This guide provides a comprehensive summary of the key concepts covered in BUSB4004: Financial Accounting at the University of Kent. It focuses on the essential information you need to understand and apply the module content effectively, helping you build a strong foundation in financial accounting. The features included are specifically designed to support your exam preparation by making it easier to apply what you've learned. You don’t need to be an expert in the module, just have a basic understanding and be able to recall key points quickly. Use these notes to deepen your knowledge and do well in the final exam.

Given the constant changes of the business environment, how can financial accounting help managers create budgets, improve efficiency and develop short- and long-term strategies to stay competitive? You'll study the core principles, concepts and policies, and the necessary adjustments that underpin the preparation of final financial statements of sole traders, partnerships, and limited liability companies. You'll also gain practical experience with key accounting tools used by industry to prepare, analyse, and interpret financial statements, as you develop your understanding of the core principles, concepts and policies of financial accounting - preparing you for the rest of your degree.

On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:

Demonstrate a basic understanding of core accounting principles and concepts
Record and summarise economic events through double-entry bookkeeping
Identify and apply various adjustments to financial statements
Analyse and prepare final financial statements of sole traders, partnerships and limited liability companies

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