Anna Hardy-Watmough

I originally studied BA (Hons) History and Sociology, before moving into the world of finance. 

After my degree, I trained as an ICAEW qualified Chartered Accountant, at Deloitte. I worked at Deloitte for four years, before moving into a role at the Cooperative bank. I joined the world of education in 2007, working at Kaplan Financial.

I have worked at Manchester Metropolitan since 2013, and have held a number of roles.

I am a Manchester City fan (who was there in ‘99!), a politics nerd, and a runner of sorts.

I have two daughters, a cat, and two guinea pigs, all of which keep me busy.

Words of wisdom

You have to believe in yourself before anyone else will believe in you.

Other academic service (administration and management)

Faculty Work Integrated Learning, Placements and Internships Lead

Co-Chair Faculty Employability Committee

Graduate Outcomes Lead, department of Finance and Economics.

Practioner roles

I am involved in work with various professional bodies, both in a writing and examining capacity.

Community, charity and NGO links

I am a member of the ICAEW Manchester Network, and a director of the Manchester ICAEW Legacy Committee.

I am a Co-opted (Non-executive) director of Salford Red Devils Rugby League club.

I previously served as a school governor for a local secondary school in Manchester.

Membership of professional associations

ICAEW qualified (ACA).

Senior Fellow of the HEA.

ILM level 5 qualified.

I am interested in all aspects of financial accounting, assurance and governance teaching, particularly looking at corporate governance and responsible capitalism. I specialise in teaching sports governance, with a focus on how improvements can be made.

I have a number of employability focussed roles, both within the department and at a faculty level, and am passionate about helping students realise their full potential.