MSc in Accounting Finance Management

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

Dublin Griffith College

Program Overview

The MSc in Accounting & Finance Management at Griffith College’s Graduate Business School is a dynamic postgraduate degree designed to fast-track your career in international accounting, finance and business leadership. You’ll gain advanced technical and strategic skills that employers value, from analysing financial data to leading teams and shaping ethical financial decisions.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 — Core Knowledge & Skills Development

In your first stage of study, you’ll build a solid foundation in key accounting and finance principles. You’ll explore Financial Reporting to understand how financial statements are prepared within legal and regulatory frameworks, get confident with numbers through Financial Data Analysis, and learn how financial strategy drives organisational success with Strategic Financial Management.

Year 1 — Applied Practice & Strategic Insight

As you progress, the focus shifts to higher-level, real-world competence. Modules such as Strategic Corporate Reporting and Strategic Performance Management deepen your ability to interpret complex financial information and contribute to business performance. You’ll also engage with Business Consultancy and Business Research Methods, where you apply learning to live projects and develop research and critical thinking skills.

Year 1 — Electives & Dissertation by Practice

To round out your degree, you’ll choose from electives like Taxation (IRL), Advanced Audit & Assurance, Sustainable Finance, Digital Transformation, and Leadership in Organisations, tailoring your learning to your goals. You’ll then complete a Dissertation by Practice Industry Project or traditional dissertation, translating your academic knowledge into real industry impact.

Focus Areas (in a string)

“Financial reporting & regulation, strategic financial management, data analysis, corporate reporting, performance management, business consultancy, research methods, taxation, audit & assurance, sustainable finance, digital transformation, leadership.”

Learning Outcomes (in a string)

“Develop advanced accounting and finance expertise, interpret and prepare financial information, apply strategic decision-making, conduct research and consultancy projects, leverage ethical frameworks, and lead teams in diverse professional environments.”

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

This MSc is validated by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) at NFQ Level 9, ensuring your qualification is recognised across Ireland and beyond.

Reputation (Employability & Recognition)

Students benefit from expert lecturers with professional accounting backgrounds (including ACCA and CPA), industry-linked projects, and opportunities for ACCA exemptions on graduation — all of which strengthen your graduate employability in accounting, finance and consulting roles.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Griffith College, the MSc in Accounting & Finance Management isn’t just about lectures — it’s designed to build real-world skills you’ll use from day one in your career. You’ll work on Business Consultancy and Dissertation by Practice projects, where you solve real industry problems and promote your work to potential employers, giving you hands-on experience that bridges study and the workplace. You also benefit from learning delivered by seasoned professionals, including award-winning practitioners and ACCA/CPA-experienced lecturers, so your insights come from the latest practice in accounting and finance. The College’s Research and Innovation Hub connects you with current business research and collaborative opportunities that deepen practical understanding in a global business environment.

Here’s how your practical learning is supported on campus and beyond:

Business Consultancy & Dissertation by Practice Industry Projects: Work on real case studies and industry-linked projects that mirror the challenges faced by modern accounting and finance professionals.
Graduate Business School Research and Innovation Hub: Get involved with research activities and innovation initiatives that sharpen your analytical and consultancy skills.
Experienced Industry-Engaged Lecturers: Learn directly from accounting, finance and legal industry professionals, blending classroom theory with current workplace practice.
Library & Digital Resources: Use Griffith College’s comprehensive library services — including online research databases, e-books and dissertation support — to strengthen your research and data analysis work.
IT & Learning Tools: Access student PCs, course-specific software, Moodle online learning platform, high-speed Wi-Fi and extensive academic resources to support your studies and group work.
City Campus Environment: Study in the heart of Dublin’s South Circular Road campus with spaces for collaboration, quiet study and networking, and enjoy city-wide professional opportunities just minutes away.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the MSc in Accounting & Finance Management at Griffith College are well-positioned to step confidently into careers where strategic financial expertise is valued. You’ll be ready for roles such as Financial Accountant, Management Accountant, Financial Analyst or Finance Manager, equipped with the advanced technical knowledge and practical industry-focused experience this programme delivers. Your qualification opens doors in both private and public sectors, helping you build a rewarding career at home or internationally:

Career & Graduate Support: The Griffith College Careers Service supports your transition from study to work with job advice, CV and interview support, and access to employer connections through workshops and one-to-one appointments.
Employment Outcomes: While specific MSc statistics aren’t published separately, recent graduate outcomes across Griffith College show high levels of employment or further study, with 88 % of surveyed graduates securing employment or continuing education after graduation.
Industry Engagement: The programme’s Business Consultancy and Dissertation by Practice Industry Project modules give you real exposure to employers and practical experience you can showcase to future recruiters.
Accreditation Value: This degree is validated by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) at NFQ Level 9, ensuring your qualification is recognised for professional and academic progression both in Ireland and abroad.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing your MSc, you could choose to deepen your expertise with professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA or CPA pathways — many graduates use their advanced study as preparation for these designations — or pursue research-based postgraduate study such as a PhD in Accounting, Finance or Business at leading universities both in Ireland and internationally (dependent on specific entry requirements).