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Our MSc Accounting and Finance allows you to excel at accounting, financial strategy, and emerging technologies. The programme provides you with advanced knowledge in financial reporting, corporate finance, management accounting, and sustainability reporting, alongside cutting-edge skills in data analytics, Excel VBA, and accounting software. You can tailor your learning through optional modules focusing on emerging technologies such as AI and cybersecurity. You will also benefit from personalised guidance from our specialist accounting and finance career coaching team and our strong connections with professional accounting bodies and global employers, including Deloitte, EY, KPMG, and PwC.
Career opportunities for graduates include roles such as financial controller, tax and financial advisor, financial manager, analyst, management accountant, consultant and auditor.
A unique feature of the programme is its accreditation by both ACCA and CIMA, which offers exemptions from selected professional exams, strengthening your credentials and accelerating your path to qualification.
MSc Accounting and Finance equips you with the technical, analytical, and professional skills needed to thrive in dynamic financial and corporate environments. Whether your goal is to work in global accountancy firms, financial consultancy, or corporate finance departments, this programme opens the door to a wide range of impactful and rewarding career opportunities.
The programme reflects the latest industry developments and academic research and is delivered by a team of leading scholars. You will develop a strong foundation in core areas such as data analytics, financial reporting, corporate finance and sustainability reporting. You will explore how financial data is used to drive strategic decision-making in organisations. You will have access to real-world case studies, hands-on training, and expert guest lectures, ensuring your learning is practical, applied, and industry-relevant.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our MSc Accounting and Finance allows you to excel at accounting, financial strategy, and emerging technologies. The programme provides you with advanced knowledge in financial reporting, corporate finance, management accounting, and sustainability reporting, alongside cutting-edge skills in data analytics, Excel VBA, and accounting software. You can tailor your learning through optional modules focusing on emerging technologies such as AI and cybersecurity. You will also benefit from personalised guidance from our specialist accounting and finance career coaching team and our strong connections with professional accounting bodies and global employers, including Deloitte, EY, KPMG, and PwC.
Career opportunities for graduates include roles such as financial controller, tax and financial advisor, financial manager, analyst, management accountant, consultant and auditor.
A unique feature of the programme is its accreditation by both ACCA and CIMA, which offers exemptions from selected professional exams, strengthening your credentials and accelerating your path to qualification.
MSc Accounting and Finance equips you with the technical, analytical, and professional skills needed to thrive in dynamic financial and corporate environments. Whether your goal is to work in global accountancy firms, financial consultancy, or corporate finance departments, this programme opens the door to a wide range of impactful and rewarding career opportunities.
The programme reflects the latest industry developments and academic research and is delivered by a team of leading scholars. You will develop a strong foundation in core areas such as data analytics, financial reporting, corporate finance and sustainability reporting. You will explore how financial data is used to drive strategic decision-making in organisations. You will have access to real-world case studies, hands-on training, and expert guest lectures, ensuring your learning is practical, applied, and industry-relevant.
Admission Requirements
2.7+
176+
6.5+
87+
58+
Academic requirements 2:2 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another business-related subject.
We assess applicants based on their overall academic performance and typically expect good results in accounting and finance modules. Relevant work experience and professional qualifications are also viewed favourably.
Graduates from non-business disciplines with a quantitative focus (Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer and Data Science, and related disciplines) are encouraged to apply.
1 Year
Oct
Domestic
16,270 GBP
International
30,000 GBP
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Accounting and Finance MSc
Lancaster University Management School, Lancaster University, Lancaster, GB, Lancaster, United Kingdom
12 monthsProgramme duration
30,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
Accounting and FinanceMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our MSc Accounting and Finance allows you to excel at accounting, financial strategy, and emerging technologies. The programme provides you with advanced knowledge in financial reporting, corporate finance, management accounting, and sustainability reporting, alongside cutting-edge skills in data analytics, Excel VBA, and accounting software. You can tailor your learning through optional modules focusing on emerging technologies such as AI and cybersecurity. You will also benefit from personalised guidance from our specialist accounting and finance career coaching team and our strong connections with professional accounting bodies and global employers, including Deloitte, EY, KPMG, and PwC.
Career opportunities for graduates include roles such as financial controller, tax and financial advisor, financial manager, analyst, management accountant, consultant and auditor.
A unique feature of the programme is its accreditation by both ACCA and CIMA, which offers exemptions from selected professional exams, strengthening your credentials and accelerating your path to qualification.
MSc Accounting and Finance equips you with the technical, analytical, and professional skills needed to thrive in dynamic financial and corporate environments. Whether your goal is to work in global accountancy firms, financial consultancy, or corporate finance departments, this programme opens the door to a wide range of impactful and rewarding career opportunities.
The programme reflects the latest industry developments and academic research and is delivered by a team of leading scholars. You will develop a strong foundation in core areas such as data analytics, financial reporting, corporate finance and sustainability reporting. You will explore how financial data is used to drive strategic decision-making in organisations. You will have access to real-world case studies, hands-on training, and expert guest lectures, ensuring your learning is practical, applied, and industry-relevant.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Our MSc Accounting and Finance allows you to excel at accounting, financial strategy, and emerging technologies. The programme provides you with advanced knowledge in financial reporting, corporate finance, management accounting, and sustainability reporting, alongside cutting-edge skills in data analytics, Excel VBA, and accounting software. You can tailor your learning through optional modules focusing on emerging technologies such as AI and cybersecurity. You will also benefit from personalised guidance from our specialist accounting and finance career coaching team and our strong connections with professional accounting bodies and global employers, including Deloitte, EY, KPMG, and PwC.
Career opportunities for graduates include roles such as financial controller, tax and financial advisor, financial manager, analyst, management accountant, consultant and auditor.
A unique feature of the programme is its accreditation by both ACCA and CIMA, which offers exemptions from selected professional exams, strengthening your credentials and accelerating your path to qualification.
MSc Accounting and Finance equips you with the technical, analytical, and professional skills needed to thrive in dynamic financial and corporate environments. Whether your goal is to work in global accountancy firms, financial consultancy, or corporate finance departments, this programme opens the door to a wide range of impactful and rewarding career opportunities.
The programme reflects the latest industry developments and academic research and is delivered by a team of leading scholars. You will develop a strong foundation in core areas such as data analytics, financial reporting, corporate finance and sustainability reporting. You will explore how financial data is used to drive strategic decision-making in organisations. You will have access to real-world case studies, hands-on training, and expert guest lectures, ensuring your learning is practical, applied, and industry-relevant.
Admission Requirements
2:2 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another business-related subject.
We assess applicants based on their overall academic performance and typically expect good results in accounting and finance modules. Relevant work experience and professional qualifications are also viewed favourably.
Graduates from non-business disciplines with a quantitative focus (Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer and Data Science, and related disciplines) are encouraged to apply.
Domestic
International
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