Accounting and Finance MSc
16 Months Full-Time | January Start
Option for Placement Year
Option for Study Abroad
Option for Placement Year
Option for Study Abroad
Accounting and Finance is a fluid and ever-changing sector, with innovations and best practices continuing to evolve to meet the world’s concerns, on a local and global scale.
During this Accounting and Finance Masters, you will assess and apply key technical accounting and finance procedures to real-world scenarios, gaining a thorough understanding of global financial markets and accounting systems. You will cover topics such as financial planning, corporate reporting and analysis, financial management, auditing, corporate governance, business ethics and international markets.
A key feature of this course is the integration of accounting and finance modules throughout the taught programme. You will critically evaluate the introduction of technology such as big data, blockchain and the digitalisation of corporate reporting within the Accounting profession.
Aimed at those with an interest in problem-solving and critical thinking, this course welcomes those who have studied accountancy, finance, business, mathematics or economics. It is also suitable for those who have gained relevant professional experience and want to continue to improve their career prospects. As an Accounting and Finance student, you will develop as an effective accountant, finance manager, financial analysis and acquire transferable intellectual, research and professional skills.
Expect to develop employability skills through business-relevant and research-rich learning; you will gain an understanding of how global economic and financial challenges impact business activity and how organisations interact within the business environment. You will also gain the skills needed to critically evaluate current accounting and finance practices, business ethics guidelines and corporate governance frameworks to propose solutions to global challenges.
Why choose Northumbria to study Accounting and Finance MSc?
Newcastle Business School is accredited by the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). According to AACSB, “Approximately 6% of the world's schools offering business degree education have achieved AACSB accreditation, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality, rigorous standards, innovation, and continuous process improvement”. Read more about our 'double' AACSB Accreditation.
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Level of Study
Postgraduate
Mode of Study
16 months Full Time
1 other options available
Department
Newcastle Business School
Location
City Campus, Northumbria University
City
Newcastle
Start
January 2026
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Applicants should normally have:
A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in any discipline, or substantial experience of working in a business organisation. It is recommended that your previous studies have included quantitative elements.
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If you have studied a non-UK qualification, you can see how your qualifications compare to the standard entry criteria by selecting the country that you received the qualification in from our country pages. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry
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International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*). The University accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English Language section. Visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/englishqualifications
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Full International Fee: £20,950
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