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Technological advancements have sparked transformative shifts poised to reshape the world's economic and financial frameworks in the coming ten years. The digital revolution and exponential data growth have intensified the need for graduates (professionals) with specialized training in competencies essential for navigating an evolving, highly competitive, and interconnected business environment. To address this need, this industry-relevant, strategically-designed, and intensely practical curriculum emphasizes accounting, data analysis, treasury operations, and corporate finance. It targets graduates aspiring to enter data-centric financial leadership positions.
The MSc in International Accounting and Finance offers flexible study options - a one-year full-time or two-year part-time format. This comprehensive program provides end-to-end integrated training across diverse accounting and finance competencies. It equips students with theoretical knowledge and practical expertise to secure positions and excel across various corporate functions.
The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training in fundamental domains including capital markets operations, quantitative financial analysis, treasury risk strategies, global financial reporting standards, and sophisticated financial planning. It fosters deep analytical thinking about core accounting and financial theories while strengthening students' technical proficiencies.
The minimum entry requirements for the Master of Science in International Accounting & Finance are:
A Level 8 primary undergraduate honours degree with a minimum Second-Class Second Division classification (2.2) from a recognised third level institution in a cognate area who wish to specialise in the field of accountancy and finance. Cognate subjects include general business, accountancy and finance related degree, or
A Level 8 primary undergraduate honours degree with a minimum Second-Class Second Division classification (2.2) from a recognised third level institution in a non-cognate area but holds 3-5 years professional experience in a related field and who require a qualification in this area in order to progress professionally, or
An equivalent professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA.
For applicants whose first language is not English and who have not previously undertaken a degree taught through English, evidence must be provided of proficiency in English language equivalent to B2+ or above on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). This must be evidenced through a recognised English Language test such as IELTS, Cambridge Certificate, PTE or DBS English Assessment. Test certificates should be dated within the last two years to be considered valid.
Applicants who do not have a Level 8 qualification at a 2.2 award level and who have at least 3 years’ work experience may also be considered through the college’s normal RPL procedures. Relevant professional experience may be taken into account and individuals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis through DBS RPL procedures.