MSc Accounting and Finance
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The course covered fiance, accounting and economics related modules, which explained from basic theories to how things work in the real world.
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Well designed course. It provided me with the knowledge for the areas I wish to build my career in. The programme was very supportive and encouraging, especially my supervisor.
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I enjoyed my time at Leeds University Business School and wouldn't change it for the world. It showed me many opportunities that I didn't know existed before.
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Master
In Leeds
With this Master's degree you will develop knowledge of core accounting, finance principle and much more!
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Type
Master
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Location
Leeds
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Duration
12 Months
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Start date
Different dates available
Emagister adds to its catalogue the Master's degree in Accounting and Finance, which aims to train professionals to start their career in the finance field.
Businesses and governments rely on sound financial knowledge to underpin their strategies for success.
This popular course has been ranked among the world’s best, placed Top 60 worldwide and Top 15 in the UK (Financial Times Masters in Finance Pre-experience rankings 2017). The rankings also recognise the career progression of our graduates, placing us 2nd worldwide and 1st in the UK for salary increase after graduation.
This course will kick-start your professional career, providing you with advanced knowledge of modern financial theories, accounting practices and controls, as well as an understanding of the organisational context.
You’ll cover fundamental topics such as corporate finance and financial analysis, and can specialise your knowledge with optional modules, from international business finance to forensic accounting or corporate governance. The course also allows you to apply your learning to practical case studies and simulations to test your knowledge in genuine business scenarios.
You’ll learn from academics who are experts in their field, with extensive teaching, research and consultancy experience of international standing. At the same time, you’ll collaborate with graduates from diverse international backgrounds for a challenging, rewarding and rounded learning experience.
If you want to enjoy all the benefits of the course, contact with us through our website so we can offer all the information most relevant to you.
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About this course
You will be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of core accounting and finance principles, and the numerical and analytical skills to succeed in this rapidly changing complex environment.
Graduates have gone on to work as management accountants, management consultants, audit managers, finance managers, equity managers and credit risk officers.
A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in a related subject such as accounting, finance, economics or mathematics.
A background in accounting is essential and you’ll need to have a good grounding in quantitative subjects.
The center will contact you, once you send your information through the form
Reviews
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The course covered fiance, accounting and economics related modules, which explained from basic theories to how things work in the real world.
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Well designed course. It provided me with the knowledge for the areas I wish to build my career in. The programme was very supportive and encouraging, especially my supervisor.
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I enjoyed my time at Leeds University Business School and wouldn't change it for the world. It showed me many opportunities that I didn't know existed before.
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Course rating
Recommended
Centre rating
Muzammil Hussain
Qiongzhi Hu
Sara Douglas
This centre's achievements
All courses are up to date
The average rating is higher than 3.7
More than 50 reviews in the last 12 months
This centre has featured on Emagister for 14 years
Subjects
- Corporate Finance
- Corporate Governance
- Governance
- Teaching
- Design
- International
- Finance
- Financial
- International Business
- Accounting and Finance
- Forensic Accounting
- Financial Training
- Business Finance
Course programme
You’ll explore the essentials of corporate finance and the relationship between accounting information and organisational performance. At the same time, you’ll build advanced skills in handling quantitative data and examine how modern finance theories are applied to solve complex finance problems.
You will gain an understanding of important research methods in finance and their impact on current practice, and explore topics such as financial analysis, reporting and regulation.
Beyond these core modules, you’ll be able to specialise in areas that suit your career plans with your choice of optional modules. You’ll take at least one of Corporate Governance or Information and Organisation Design, but you could also study topics such as forensic accounting, behavioural finance or international investment.
A professional skills module runs throughout the year to help you develop the critical skills that will allow you to take your knowledge into the workplace. By the end of the year, you’ll be prepared to design and carry out your own research dissertation on a related topic of your choice, developing your ability to tackle the most pressing challenges currently facing the industry.
Course structureThese are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time.
Compulsory modules- Quantitative Methods
- Corporate Finance
- Accounting and Organisational Performance
- Applied Finance
- Financial Analysis1
- Accounting and Finance Dissertation
- Critical Skills for the Finance Professional
- Choose two optional modules. One of these must be either Information and Organisation Design or Corporate Governance.
- Information and Organisation Design
- Corporate Governance
- International Business Finance
- Forensic Accounting and Finance
- Behavioural Finance
- International Investment
- International Banking and Finance
We use a variety of teaching and learning methods to help you make the most of your studies. These will include lectures, seminars, workshops, online learning and tutorials. In addition to the assessed modules and research dissertation, you benefit from professional training activities and employability workshops.
Thanks to our links with major companies across the business world, you can also gain a practical understanding of key issues. For example, students have developed their knowledge of financial markets through a one-week trading simulation delivered in partnership with Amplify Trading.
Assessment
You’ll be assessed using methods such as exams, project work, presentations, reports and essays. This diversity enables you to develop a broad range of skills as preparation for professional life.
Additional information
MSc Accounting and Finance