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Finance and Accounting MSc

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Finance / Accounting (General) Accounting

Course Summary

Our Finance and Accounting MSc will help you develop an in-depth knowledge of financial theory and practice, research methods, financial markets, financial accounting and management accounting.During times of crisis, accountancy is seen as a stable profession. With accountants’ workloads already increased by assisting businesses with the transitions from political changes like Brexit, the recent pandemic has increased the need for skills in cost-cutting, forecasting, tax and insolvency.This course has been designed to help you develop the skills necessary to advise on financial accounting standards, solve complex business problems and address the latest issues in financial theory and practice.Full-time students also have the option to add work experience to your masters through a year’s paid placement in industry.This course is part of our Finance MSc programme. All students complete the same core finance modules, then from the end of the first semester you will be able to specialise in one of seven areas.The other specialisms offered are:Finance and Banking MScFinance and Data Analytics MScFinance and Fintech MScFinance and Investment MScFinance and Risk Management MScEconomics and Finance MSc.

Modules

The dissertation will be 10,000?15,000 words long. It will address an accounting problem that requires you to undertake research leading to practicable recommendations based on sound analysis and judgement. You will finalise the topic in consultation with the course leader and other specialists in accounting research.
Economics of Financial Markets - Core
Financial Theory and Practice - Core
Research Methods for Finance and Economics - Core
Work Placement Project - Core
Contemporary Issues in Accounting
Economics of Money, Interest Rates, Banking and Financial Institutions
Trading and International Investment

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,950

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,900

Entry requirements

Normally a good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject is required. Work experience is useful but not essential. Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications may be considered. If you are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements, please contact us.

University information

The University of Brighton is a strong choice for postgraduate students who are looking to advance their professional careers, whether by advancing to the next level or changing the direction of their work entirely. At Brighton, over 3,000 postgraduate students come together to share their global perspectives and make a difference, all focused on positive change. Students flourish living and studying in Brighton. It’s perfectly located by...more