Master of Science [M.Sc] [Accounting and Financial Management] From University of Reading

The MSc programme is distinctive in its international flavour. It focuses on the international business concepts needed for analysing global business challenges. Offering a critical understanding of current management theories and global accounting practices, it also covers issues relating to international strategic management, plus managing people and organisations. Additionally, it includes global financial reporting, corporate governance, ethics and the fundamentals of marketing.

MSc Accounting and Finance course is taught by Surrey Business School. You'll graduate equipped with the skills needed to work in multinational corporations and be a successful decision-maker in an increasingly complex global financial environment. This course is practical in nature and will encourage you to embrace regular opportunities to engage with real business problems throughout your studies.

MSc Accounting and Finance will build on the business skills you gained in your undergraduate studies and equip you with specialist knowledge in financial accounting, management accounting, corporate finance, financial analysis and corporate governance. It will help to enhance your lucrative career opportunities in the multinational accounting and finance sector.

Core modules will help develop an advanced understanding of essential areas, including corporate financial strategy and financial security valuation. You can also choose from optional modules in areas that align with your individual career goals, such as behavioural economics, international finance and corporate governance.

A good second-class honours degree (2:1 preferred) or the equivalent from an Internationally recognised University

A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in accountancy, banking, business administration, economics, finance, management or mathematics, or a recognised equivalent international qualification

2:1 (or international equivalent) in accounting, auditing, financial management, or another subject with a substantial proportion of accounting study. Applicants must have a strong accounting background and in their final two years of study have achieved a 2:1 (60%) in a minimum of four modules covering advanced or specialist accounting theory.