MSc Finance and Accounting

The Finance and Accounting MSc at the University of Sheffield is a comprehensive program that combines a rigorous focus on advanced financial and accounting knowledge and skills along with an understanding of the practical applications needed to succeed in the financial sector. This course is designed for students aiming to work in the financial sector as it provides them with an understanding of financial theory, methodologies, and techniques.Course Content: The course involves studying quantitative financial techniques alongside financial theory. Core elements include the principles of finance, international accounting and financial management, entrepreneurship and venture capital, and professional development for employability. All students are required to complete a dissertation in their final semester.Key Modules: Key modules featured in this course are Data Analytics for Finance, Professional Development for Employability, Principles of Finance, Research Methods in Finance and Accounting, Quantitative Methods in Finance, International Accounting and Financial Management, Financial Statement Analysis, and Derivative Securities.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and partial exemptions from their exam syllabus can be obtained upon completion of this MSc course.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can aim for careers in various sectors including accounting and auditing services, banking, management consultancy, business development, and other finance-related roles across public and private sectors. The Career Service at Sheffield University will provide support and advice during the course and after graduation.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page. Finance and Accounting MSC University of Sheffield