Virtual

Make Your Career Count: Pathways into Accountancy with Price Bailey

Job sector

Accounting, Banking & Finance

This programme is open to anyone aged 13+

Certificate of completion

Over 7 hours worth of content

Overview

Ever wondered what it’s really like to work in accountancy? This Virtual Work Experience with Price Bailey will give you a behind-the-scenes look at one of the UK’s leading accountancy and business advisory firms. Over the course of the programme, you’ll explore the different services accountants provide — from auditing and tax advice to strategic business planning — and see how they help clients in industries as varied as healthcare, technology, and the charity sector. By the end of the programme, you’ll have a clear picture of the accountancy profession, the roles available, and how you could find your place in this exciting and varied industry.

What’s Included

This Virtual Work Experience gives you a well-rounded introduction to accountancy and the wide range of services provided by Price Bailey. Throughout the programme, you’ll hear directly from professionals about their career journeys and day-to-day work, giving you real-world insight into the industry. Alongside interactive activities, scenario-based challenges, and quizzes to test your understanding, you’ll build valuable skills such as problem-solving, communication, and analytical thinking. By the end of the programme, you’ll have a clearer idea of where a career in accountancy could take you, plus a certificate of completion to showcase your achievement.

Step into the world of accountancy and discover how it helps businesses stay compliant, make smart decisions, and stay financially healthy. You’ll explore the different qualifications and career paths available in the profession, before getting to know Price Bailey — a forward-thinking accountancy firm with a strong focus on people, values, and continuous improvement. Learn about the industries they work with, the wide range of services they provide, and why accountancy is about much more than just numbers. You’ll also bust some common myths about the industry in an interactive activity designed to surprise you.

Uncover the vital role audit and accounting plays in keeping businesses transparent and on track. You’ll learn why audits are important, who needs them, and how they’re carried out at Price Bailey — from the first meeting with a client to delivering the final report. In the accounts section, you’ll see how accountants prepare and interpret financial statements to help organisations understand their performance. You’ll also explore career paths in both areas, finding out the skills you’ll need and the similarities and differences between these two core services through a fun sorting activity.

Get to grips with the world of tax — a field that affects individuals, businesses, and even governments. You’ll discover the different types of tax, why they matter, and how tax professionals make sure clients stay compliant while making the most of their financial opportunities. Learn how Price Bailey supports a wide range of clients with their tax needs, from everyday advice to long-term planning. You’ll also explore careers in tax and test your skills in a client scenario simulation, giving you a taste of how advisers help people and businesses in real life.

Explore how accountants act as trusted advisers, helping businesses plan ahead, solve challenges, and grow. You’ll see how advisory services at Price Bailey cover everything from corporate finance to recovery and restructuring, working closely with clients to create tailored strategies. This module will also give you insight into the skills and qualities that make a great adviser, and the career paths available in this dynamic field. You’ll put your strategic thinking to the test in an activity where you help a fictional business prepare for the future.

Find out how you can start your career at Price Bailey — whether you’re aiming for university, keen to jump straight into work after school, or looking for valuable work experience. You’ll learn about the graduate and school leaver routes, what to expect from a placement, and how the firm invests in training and development at every stage. From qualifications and mentoring to on-the-job learning, Price Bailey offers plenty of opportunities to grow. An interactive quiz will help you explore which pathway might be the best fit for your interests and skills.

No matter where you see yourself working in the future, strong employability skills will help you get there. This module is all about the key skills that employers value – like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving – and how you can start developing them now. You’ll learn how these skills work together in real jobs, reflect on your own strengths, and make a plan to build the areas you want to improve.

Available dates

Starting soon

Programme dates

27th October 2025 - 15th June 2026

Hear from our student community

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Aqsa Saleemi, Year 12 Student

Thank you for all your time and effort. The program was by far the best experience I’ve had virtually compared to other virtual experiences I’ve done. I liked the layout and the interactive activities, and I learnt a lot I didn’t know. I would definitely recommend this program to others; it was a great experience I would love to do it all again.

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Sophia Nathwani, Year 11 Student, from Hampton

I enjoyed understanding the many professions and areas within journalism that I had not been able to clearly separate prior to this programme; I particularly enjoyed the photojournalism and broadcast journalism sections, as they allowed me to explore a less conventional writing style than what I would normally use. The interactive tasks were a great way for me to demonstrate and put into practice my new knowledge, and all of the videos were extremely concise and helpful.

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Stephanie Oseha, Year 12 Student

A huge thank you to everyone who made this programme possible. It was a fantastic experience, and I feel more confident in myself now when applying for a job position in the future and in my personal life. I valued this experience because I realised it was okay to make mistakes and how they make you stronger for future events. I loved how efficient the Barclays team was when students and the professionals who ran the live webinars asked questions. The skills I've learnt through this virtual work experience will be used for future endeavours. So once again, thank you so much.

Frequently asked questions

When will I hear back if I have been successful with my application?

Once you have applied for your programme, you will receive a confirmation email. You will be notified about the outcome of your application via email at least 3 days before the programme start date. Good luck!

Can I apply to multiple programmes?

Yes, you can sign up to multiple programmes with us. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any potential clashes.

Who can take part in the programme? (Age limits, some programmes have location constraints but most don’t etc.)

Most of our programmes require students to be in school/college. Some programmes require students to be based in specific regions of the UK, this is stipulated by the organisations themselves, and is not defined by Springpod.

However, the ages mentioned on our programmes are more of a guideline than a strict limit. As such, we more than welcome older students to apply as well!

How long does it take for assignments to be reviewed?

Assignments can take up to a week or longer to review and be marked complete. Rest assured, it will be reviewed soon and your certificate will be generated once your programme has been marked as complete.

What do I do if I upload the wrong file?

If you make a mistake when uploading a file, please email hello@springpod.com. We will be able to make a note on our system. Don’t worry, the outcome of your programme will not be affected by this.

How long will I have to complete this programme?

There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

When does the programme start?

Our programmes have various start dates, you can find the exact date on the programme website page. These are available here: https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/search

You will be notified if your application has been successful, 3 days before the programme start date.

What happens if I can't finish the work experience in time?

All programme material will remain accessible after the end date of the programme. Students can continue to work through their programme after the official end date. Although, if possible, we would strongly encourage students to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions.

How much work is required for these programmes? (Will I be able/should I complete more than one programme at a time)?

There is around 10 hours worth of work in total, spread across a two week period. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any work whenever possible.

When do the programmes run? (programme structure etc.)

Once you have access, you can view and complete the material as and when you can, within the time frame of the course in question (for example, within a two week period). In total, there is around 10 hours worth of work. The live talks will take place during weekday working hours. However, all live talks will be available as recordings and the courses can be completed at your own convenience. . There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

What happens if I can't make a live talk/webinar?

All live talks will be available as recordings. You can access these at the same link used to access the live event. So don’t worry if you can’t attend a live webinar, a recording will be available for you to access through your programme within 24 hours of the live event finishing.

What software is required for the live talks?

We use a piece of software called BigMarker. It is a cloud based video hosting software. It requires no installations or downloads on your end, and will provide everything you need to join the live webinars through one simple link.

Will I be able to ask questions/do I have to have my microphone on?

You will have a chance to ask questions at the end of each webinar. These questions are typed out and then read to the presenter by the host of the live talk. There is no need to speak, and all student microphones will be muted for the duration of the live webinar.

Do you offer in-person work experience?
We don't directly manage in person work experience but many of our virtual programmes can lead to in person opportunities, look for the programmes marked as 'Virtual to Reality'. You will need to complete the virtual programme and declare your interest via the embedded form.
When will I hear if there is an in-person opportunity?
Our employer partner will contact you directly about any opportunities, timescales can vary Springpod won't be able to provide any updates on progress.

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Make Your Career Count: Pathways into Accountancy with Price Bailey

This programme is open to anyone aged 13+

Certificate of completion

Over 7 hours worth of content

Introduction to Accountancy & Price Bailey

Audits & Accounts

Tax

Advisory

Early Career Pathways & Training

Employability Skills

Available dates

Hear from our student community

Aqsa Saleemi, Year 12 Student

Wilfred Williams, Year 12 Student from London

Sophia Nathwani, Year 11 Student, from Hampton

Ellinor Comard, Year 12 Student from Teddington

Stephanie Oseha, Year 12 Student

Jack Zhou, Year 12 Student from Kingston upon Thames

Frequently asked questions

I have a question about my application or programme eligibility

I have a question about my assignment

I have a question about the programme dates, deadline or workload

I have a question about the live talks

I have a question about the certificate

I have a question about in-person work experience

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