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Accounting and Finance MSc

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

University of Leeds

Program Overview

The University of Leeds offers a one-year MSc in Accounting and Finance that is designed to empower students with solid accounting principles and financial management knowledge. The course combines advanced theoretical knowledge with practical expertise to prepare graduates for successful careers in finance, accounting, and related industries. It is aimed to provide you with the competence to interpret finance information, understand the corporate finance strategy, and interpret the regulatory regime. The course gets you ready to solve the advanced issues in the current challenging global business scenario.

Curriculum Structure:

  • The Accounting and Finance MSc at Leeds balances rigorous academic learning with application through an effectively organized curriculum:

  • Core modules to learn major subjects such as financial reporting, management accounting, corporate finance, and financial markets.

  • Higher-level courses specializing in auditing, taxation, and financial risk management.

  • Research project or dissertation to learn a subject of your choice in detail and apply theoretical principles to practical financial issues.

  • Chances to develop quantitative and analytical techniques using the most up-to-date financial software and data analysis packages.

  • This integrated approach not only renders you technically proficient but also equips you with critical skills and decision-making power that employers value very high.

Accreditation:

  • The MSc Accounting and Finance at Leeds is professionally accredited, which qualifies you for professional memberships such as ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW. The accreditation is a confirmation of the course's commitment to maintaining high academic standards and industrial application, qualifying you for competitive employment in the job market.

Campus Location:

  • Leeds Business School offers a stimulating learning environment with first-class facilities, such as a specialist finance lab with Bloomberg terminals. These facilities allow you to work with actual financial market data and develop practical, 'hands-on' skills closely aligned with industry practice.

 

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

  • Learning beyond the classroom is at the heart of the program, with the following offered:

  • Guest lectures and networking sessions with finance professionals and future employers.

  • Workshops in financial modeling and case competitions that allow the learning of hands-on skills and teamwork.

  • Placements and consulting projects within local firms, giving an in-practice understanding of how finance theory is applied.

  • The guidance offered by the Finance Society, arranging special events for career development and networking with fellow professionals.

  • All these exposures make you a self-assured individual with in-practice understanding of how finance theory is applied.

 

Progression & Future Opportunities

  • The University of Leeds provides one-to-one career advice services to help you plan your career:

  • Customized guidance in accountancy, finance, or aligned career goals.

  • CV preparation, interviewing, and job search skills workshops specifically designed for the accountancy and finance sectors.

  • Employer talks and recruitment fairs that offer access to leading organizations directly.

  • The graduates have succeeded in moving into careers such as financial analysts, auditors, management accountants, and corporate finance experts in diverse industries. Others proceed to advance their studies with professional accounting qualifications or higher business degrees, further strengthening their career paths.

Program Key Stats

£37,000
Sept Intake : 31st May


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Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Financial analyst
  • management accountant
  • auditor
  • tax consultant
  • financial controller
  • investment analyst
  • risk manager
  • corporate finance advisor
  • financial planner
  • forensic accountant
  • treasury analyst
  • business analyst
  • compliance officer
  • internal auditor
  • budget analyst

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