Accounting Welcome Events 2024

Get LSE Ready (online session): Year 1 Course Choice Information Session and Accounting Academic Mentoring

Monday 9 September | 10am-11.15am
Mandatory for all new BSc AF students
Join Dr. Saipriya Kamath and Justin Adams as they guide you through course selection and introduce Academic Mentoring.
Contact Justin Adams, BSc Accounting and Finance Programme Manager at j.adams5@lse.ac.uk to receive slides.

BSc Accounting Early Arrivals Afternoon Tea

Tuesday 17 September 2024 | 2pm-3.30pm | MAR 3.50, Marshall Building
Registration closes Friday 13 September 2024. 
Arriving early or already in London? Join us for an informal early-arrivals tea to meet classmates and support staff. Cannot make it? Plenty of social events await during Welcome Week!

BSc Accounting and Finance: Campus Enrolment

Time: Varied (4.15pm-5pm) | Ground Floor, Marshall Building
All new taught students will be required to undertake a two-stage registration process, Online Pre-Enrolment and in-person Campus Enrolment. Details below are for the in-person Campus Enrolment.
- Surnames A - I, 4.15pm-4.30pm
- Surnames J - R, 4.30pm-4.45pm
- Surnames S - Z, 4.45pm-5pm

Information for those missing in-person Campus Enrolment or arriving after Welcome.  

LSE100 Welcome presentation - BSc Accounting and Finance session

Time: 12pm-1.30pm | LSE LIFE, Workspace 4
In this session, students will also learn about the teams and services at LSE that will support their learning on LSE100 and throughout their studies, including LSE LIFE, the Library and the Digital Skills Lab. This session is optional and if you cannot attend this session, there are others running throughout Welcome Week - see alternative times here.

Welcome to the Department of Accounting, Student Community and Support on Campus

9.30am-11am | Peacock Theatre
Join Professor Ane Tamayo, Head of Department and Yvonne Guthrie, Department Manager as they welcome you to the Department of Accounting. The second part of the presentation will introduce you to key student services supporting you during your time at LSE. This event is mandatory for new accounting students to attend.

Programme Welcome with Dr Saipriya Kamath and Welcome Reception

11.30am-1.30pm | Wolfson Theatre, Cheng Kin Ku Building
Join Dr. Saipriya Kamath and your support team for essential programme information. Mandatory for all BSc Accounting and Finance students. Meet classmates and ask questions. Lunch reception included (contact Justin Adams for dietary needs). 

The BSc Team Challenge

1.30pm-3.30pm | The Venue, Saw Swee Hock Building
This BSc Accounting and Finance mandatory team-building challenge is a fantastic chance to build connections and support each other, laying the foundation for a collaborative academic environment.

Meet your Academic Mentor

Time: from 9.30am (see below) | Location: listed below
Your Academic Mentor plays a crucial role in guiding you through your educational journey, offering personalised advice and support. This first meeting helps your Academic Mentor to get to know you and for you to ask any questions. Mandatory for all BSc Accounting and Finance students. Your Academic Mentor's details are available on LSE for You, or contact Justin Adams, BSc Programme Manager, for more information.
- Meet your Academic Mentor: Chris Constantinou
  9.30am-11am in MAR 2.05, Marshall Building 
- Meet your Academic Mentor: Ebrahim Mohamed
  9.30am-11.30am in CKK 2.06, Cheng Kin Ku Building 
- Meet your Academic Mentor: David Trodden
  9.30am-11.30am in the Thai Theatre, Cheng Kin Ku Building

BSc Accounting and Finance: Treasure Hunt

3pm-5pm | Location: Varied start points
Join our two-hour treasure hunt to promote teamwork, stay active, and explore the LSE area with classmates. Teams of 6 will start at different points and follow unique routes. 
Update 20 September: Places in the Treasure Hunt have now been allocated.

Accounting Student's River Thames Boat Tour

5.30pm-7.30pm | Location: Temple Pier
Please note that all space on this event has been allocated. Email Sandra Ma at s.s.ma@lse.ac.uk to be included on the waiting list.
End Welcome Week with the Department's River Thames Boat Tour. Explore London’s landmarks, such as the Houses of Parliament and Tower Bridge, and mingle with Accounting peers. Registered students are invited to pick up their event wristbands from MAR 3.07 during Welcome Week, Monday to Friday, between 11am and 1pm. The wristband must be worn to access the Boat Tour. 

MSc Accounting, Organisations and Institutions (AOI) Course Choice Presentation and Q&A 

Wednesday 11 September 2024 | 9.30am-10.30pm (BST) | online session
Join Dr. Andrea Mennicken, Dr. Julia Morley, and Yuhua Chen-Hudson as they guide you through course selection for the year ahead as stipulated in the programme regulations.
Contact Yuhua Chen-Hudson at y.chen-hudson@lse.ac.uk for presentation recording and slides.

MSc Accounting and Finance Course Choice presentation and Q&A

Wednesday 11 September 2024 | 11am-12pm (BST) | online session
Join Dr Julia Morley and Dorothy Richards, Programme Manager as they guide you through course selection for the year ahead as stipulated in the programme regulations.
Contact Dorothy Richards at d.richards@lse.ac.uk for presentation recording and slides.

MSc Accounting, Orgnisations and Institutions: Campus Enrolment

Thursday 19 September 2024 | 2pm-3pm | Ground Floor, Marshall Building
All new MSc AOI students will be required to undertake a two-stage registration process, Online Pre-Enrolment and in-person Campus Enrolment. 

Information for those missing in-person Campus Enrolment or arriving after Welcome.  

Postgraduates in Accounting - Early Arrivals Afternoon Tea

Thursday 19 September 2024 | 3pm-4.30pm | 8th Floor, Cheng Kin Ku Building 
Registration closes on Wednesday 18 September 2024. 
Arriving early or already in London? Join us for an informal early-arrivals tea to meet classmates and support staff. Cannot make it? Plenty of social events await during Welcome Week! Open to postgraduate Accounting Diploma/MSc/VRS students only. 

MSc Accounting, Organisations and Institutions: AC425 Pre-sessional course and Reception

Friday 20 September 2024 | 9.30am-2pm | MAR 2.08, Marshall Building
This course is compulsory on the MSc in Accounting, Organisations and Institutions. More details: AC425 Accounting, Organisations and Institutions Pre-sessional course.

 1:1 Accounting Career Consultation with Denise Donoghue

10am-4pm by appointment only | MAR 3.45, Marshall Building
Are you looking for personalised career advice in Accounting? Schedule a one-to-one appointment with Denise Donoghue, our expert Accounting Career Consultant. Gain insights into career planning, CV and cover letter reviews, interview preparation, and more. Book on LSE CareerHub and search for appointments with Denise Donoghue to reserve your slot! This service is free to Accounting students.

1:1 Accounting Career Consultation with Claire Kinselley

10am-4pm by appointment only | MAR 3.28, Marshall Building
Are you looking for personalised career advice in Accounting? Schedule a one-to-one appointment with Claire Kinselley, our expert Accounting Career Consultant. Gain insights into career planning, CV and cover letter reviews, interview preparation, and more. Book on LSE CareerHub and search for appointments with Claire Kinselley to reserve your slot! This service is free to Accounting students.

MSc Programme Welcome with Dr Julia Morley

2pm-3pm | Sheikh Zayed Theatre, Cheng Kin Ku Building
Join Dr. Julia Morley and your support team for essential MSc Accounting information. Mandatory for all MSc Accounting students. 

The MSc Accounting: Treasure Hunt

3pm-5pm | Location: Varied
Join our two-hour treasure hunt to promote teamwork, stay active, and explore the LSE area with classmates. Teams of 6 will start at different points and follow unique routes. 
Update 20 September: Places in the Treasure Hunt have now been allocated.

Welcome to the Department of Accounting, Student Community and Support on Campus

9.30am-11am | Peacock Theatre
Join Professor Ane Tamayo, Head of Department and Yvonne Guthrie, Department Manager as they welcome you to the Department of Accounting. The second part of the presentation will introduce you to key student services supporting you during your time at LSE.

Diploma in Accounting and Finance: Programme Welcome with Dr Pascal Frantz

11.30am-12pm | CKK.2.06, Cheng Kin Ku Building
Join Dr. Pascal Frantz and your support team for essential Diploma programme information. Mandatory for all Diploma students. Meet classmates and get your questions answered.

Diploma in Accounting and Finance: Welcome Reception

12pm-1pm | MAR 3.50, Marshall Building
A networking lunch will be provided in the Accounting Study Room from 12pm-1pm. Please contact Dorothy Richards, Programme Manager if you have any dietary requirements.

Diploma in Accounting and Finance: Campus Enrolment

1.30pm-1.45pm | Ground Floor, Marshall Building
All new Diploma in Accounting and Finance students will be required to undertake a two-stage registration process, Online Pre-Enrolment and in-person Campus Enrolment. 

Information for those missing in-person Campus Enrolment or arriving after Welcome.  

MSc Accounting and Finance: Campus Enrolment

Time: listed below | Ground Floor, Marshall Building
All new MSc Accounting and Finance students will be required to undertake a two-stage registration process, Online Pre-Enrolment and in-person Campus Enrolment. 
- Surnames A-G, 1.45pm-2pm 
- Surnames H-M, 2pm-2.15pm
- Surnames N-T, 2.15pm-2.30pm 
- Surnames U-Z, 2.30pm-2.45pm

Information for those missing in-person Campus Enrolment or arriving after Welcome.  

Accounting Career Consultation 

2pm-4pm Drop-in, no appointment required. Room MAR 3.45, Marshall Building
Book a one-to-one with Accounting Career Consultants Denise Donoghue or Claire Kinselley for career planning, CV reviews, interview prep, and more. Free for Accounting students. 

SELECT: The PG Accounting Career Start-of-Term Workshop

4pm-7.30pm | The Auditorium, Centre Building
Kickstart your career at the SELECT Careers Workshop with Dr. Julia Morley, Amy Fox, and guest Accounting alumni and experts. Get practical advice on job market navigation, application crafting, and interview skills. Enjoy interactive sessions, networking, and provided food and drinks. Mandatory for postgraduate students; contact your Programme Manager if you cannot attend.

Diploma in Accounting and Finance: Course Choice Group Meetings with Dr Pascal Frantz

Time: Varied - see below | MAR 3.20, Marshall Building
Join Dr Pascal Frantz, Diploma Programme Director as he go through course selection for the year ahead as stipulated in the programme regulations.
- 9.30am-10.15am – Diploma Students with no prior exposure to accounting or finance
- 10.15am-11am– Diploma Students with prior exposition to accounting and finance
- 11am-12pm– Diploma Students from EDHEC

AC480 Pre-sessional course starts

10am-6pm | CLM.G.02, Clement House
The AC480 Quantitative Methods in Accounting and Finance Pre-sessional course starts today, running from September 26 to October 6. It is available to MSc Accounting and Finance students and MSc Accounting, Organisations and Institutions students with prior knowledge. Check Timetable schedule for full date, times and room details.

Diploma in Accounting and Finance: Treasure Hunt

3pm-5pm | Location: Varied
Join our two-hour treasure hunt to promote teamwork, stay active, and explore the LSE area with classmates. Teams of 6 will start at different points and follow unique routes. 
Update 20 September: Places in the Treasure Hunt have now been allocated.

Accounting Student's River Thames Boat Tour

5.30pm-7.30pm | Location: Temple Pier
Please note that all space on this event has been allocated. Email Sandra Ma at s.s.ma@lse.ac.uk to be included on the waiting list.
End Welcome Week with the Department's River Thames Boat Tour. Explore London’s landmarks, such as the Houses of Parliament and Tower Bridge, and mingle with Accounting peers. Registered students are invited to pick up their event wristbands from MAR 3.07 during Welcome Week, Monday to Friday, between 11am and 1pm. The wristband must be worn to access the Boat Tour. 

VRS in Accounting Campus Enrolment

Wednesday 18 September | 10.00-12.00
PhD Academy, LRB4.03 (Lionel Robbins Building, 4th Floor, access via the Portugal Street entrance).

Postgraduates in Accounting - Early Arrivals Afternoon Tea

Thursday 19 September 2024 | 3pm-4.30pm
8th Floor, Cheng Kin Ku Building 
Registration closes on Wednesday 18 September 2024. 
Arriving early or already in London? Join us for an informal early-arrivals tea to meet classmates and support staff. Cannot make it? Plenty of social events await during Welcome Week! Open to postgraduate Accounting Diploma/MSc/VRS students only. 

VRS in Accounting Department Welcome meeting 

11.00-12.00 | MAR 3.20, Marshall Building.
Join your Programme Director and supervisors to find out more about the programme and how we can support you during your visit.  

Department Welcome lunch

1-2.30pm | Chairman's Dining room/President's Dining Room, 5th floor, Old Building. 
Join faculty, research students and staff for the start of term Welcome lunch. Please confirm attendance to Rebecca Baker (r.j.baker@lse.ac.uk) and advise of any dietary requirements. 

Welcome to the Department of Accounting, Student Community and Support on Campus

9.30-11am | Peacock Theatre
Join Professor Ane Tamayo, Head of Department and Yvonne Guthrie, Department Manager as they welcome you to the Department of Accounting. The second part of the presentation will introduce you to key student services supporting you during your time at LSE. 

PhD Academy Welcome meeting

2pm-3pm | Old Theatre
This will be a panel discussion chaired by the PhD Academy Director, Professor Bingchun Meng, and will be followed by a services fair and reception in the PhD Academy, 3pm-5pm. All research students are invited to join. 

Research Student and VRS: Treasure Hunt

10-11am, finished by 1pm | Location: Varied
Join our two-hour treasure hunt to promote teamwork, stay active, and explore the LSE area, competing with fellow research students from other departments. Teams of 6 will start at different points and follow unique routes. The winning team wins a prize! Please confirm participation to Rebecca Baker (r.j.baker@lse.ac.uk). 

Accounting Student's River Thames Boat Tour

5.30pm-7.30pm | Location: Temple Pier
Please note that all space on this event has been allocated. Email Sandra Ma at s.s.ma@lse.ac.uk to be included on the waiting list.
End Welcome Week with the Department's River Thames Boat Tour. Explore London’s landmarks, such as the Houses of Parliament and Tower Bridge, and mingle with Accounting peers. Registered students are invited to pick up their event wristbands from MAR 3.07 during Welcome Week, Monday to Friday, between 11am and 1pm. The wristband must be worn to access the Boat Tour. 

Download and read your respective student handbook for 2024/25. Student Handbooks are correct on the date of publication for students starting in 2024. For up to date information regarding regulations please consult the LSE Calendar.

- Undergraduate Handbook

- Postgraduate Handbook

The Department of Accounting has created WhatsApp Groups and LinkedIn Groups for the Accounting programmes. If you would like to join complete the Programme WhatsApp/LinkedIn Form today. 

*NEW* JOIN TODAY! Department of Accounting WhatsApp Community
Additionally, sign up to join the Department of Accounting WhatsApp Community! Unlike the WhatsApp Programme Group, this community allows you to receive news and event announcements directly on your phone from the Department. Do not miss out—join now and be part of our vibrant community! 

• View our undergraduate and postgraduate Accounting course videos
• Undergraduate Course Selection Student Guide
• Postgraduate Course Selection Student Guide

• Accounting Faculty, Guest Teachers and Academic Mentors Office Hours [link]
• Accounting Student Academic Reps [link]
• BSc Accounting and Finance Moodle Page (coming soon)
• Postgraduate in Accounting and Finance Moodle Page (coming soon)
• Campus Map [link]
• Sign up to the LSE LIFE Postgrad Peer Buddies Scheme