• This taught postgraduate program is research-led and will draw heavily on academic literature. It will build on the existing knowledge of technical aspects of accounting and finance.
  • Students will develop their ability to critically analyze the nature and conditions of effectiveness for these techniques to contribute to accounting and finance practice and governance.
  • Programme duration: One year full-time
  • In the first term, students will explore contemporary issues in accounting and finance research literature. They will also build key skills in both quantitative and qualitative research methods. This will prepare students for the more specialist elective units taught in the second term.
  • The final part of the MSc is a research-based dissertation, which involves identifying and analyzing a research question in accounting and/or finance under the guidance of a member of staff. For those planning on undertaking a PhD, this dissertation represents an important bridge between taught and advanced research studies.
  • This program develops skills for critical analysis of accounting and finance topics, which will be valuable in their future career. The strong conceptual foundation it offers will support students who want to pursue an academic or professional career in accounting or finance.
  • In the first term you will complete four compulsory units, while in the second you will choose four from a list of optional units. Each of the units is worth 15 credits.
  • The final part of the MSc is a research-based dissertation, worth 60 credits. This involves identifying and analysing a research question in accounting and/or finance under the guidance of a member of staff.
  • The results are presented in a final report of up to 15,000 words.
  • Some students may progress to PhD study. Others may go straight into employment, with the banking and accounting/consulting sectors being particular favourites.