MSc Accounting and Finance in Birmingham United Kingdom | Birmingham City University International College

Birmingham City University International College | Birmingham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 17,710
(c. USD23,698.64)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Our MSc Accounting and Finance program holds accreditation from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

Delivered by industry-experienced, professionally qualified instructors, this CIMA-recognized Master's program emphasizes real-world accounting practices alongside theoretical research, equipping you for careers in accounting, finance, or management. By selecting specific modules, you can optimize your CIMA exemptions while preparing for the final external CIMA examinations upon course completion.

The program's global perspective is reflected through multiple elements, including international accounting standards, diverse student cohorts, faculty with international expertise, and globally relevant teaching materials.
PROFESSIONAL PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY
The MSc Accounting and Finance program offers an optional Professional Placement track as an alternative to the standard curriculum.

This pathway includes a 20-week, credit-bearing Professional Placement designed to enhance your career readiness and practical skills. The placement provides tangible evidence of your professional capabilities for potential employers when entering the postgraduate job market.

While students must independently secure their placements, the University assists through its extensive employer network. Our Careers team and academic advisors offer guidance to help identify placements aligned with your specialization.

Note that placements are subject to competitive employer selection processes, and the University cannot guarantee placement opportunities for students enrolled in the Professional Placement track.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

A first or second class degree in Accountancy, Accounting and Finance or business related area with significant accounting related content from a UK institution or international equivalent.

OR ACCA Papers F1-9 / CIMA Operational and Management Levels (or equivalent).

OR A full professional accountancy qualification (APEL may be available).
OR A pre-Master's programme approved by Birmingham City University
OR Level 6 ATHE Extended Diploma with a Finance pathway (120 credits)
IELTS - 6.0 overall with 5.5 minimum in all bands. TOEFL Total/overall - 80 (reading - 20, Listening - 18, Speaking - 21, writing - 19)

Tuition GBP 17,710

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