MSc Accounting and Finance

The Accounting and Finance MSc course offered by the University of Birmingham aims to provide students with a solid foundation in the principles of accounting and finance. This postgraduate program incorporates theoretical exploration with the practical application of principles to benefit both career-oriented and research-focused students. Course Content: The course content comprises various elements such as corporate finance, financial accounting, auditing and assurance, management accounting, financial reporting, and corporate governance. It extends over a year and includes both taught modules and a dissertation. Key Modules: The course is split into taught modules and a dissertation, with core modules including topics such as Quantitative Methods for Finance, Corporate Financial Management, Securities Market Microstructure, and Financial Statement Analysis. In addition to this, students are required to write a 60-credit dissertation in Accounting and Finance. Accreditations: The MSc course in Accounting and Finance is accredited by Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) and it's also recognised by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), and ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales) for the purpose of exemptions from some professional examinations. Future Careers: The course prepares students for a successful career in treasury management, investment banking, financial analysis, financial consulting, and strategic finance management. Alumni have found employment in organisations such as Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, and Ernst & Young among others. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page Accounting and Finance MSc.