Charity Accounting and Financial Management MSc
City, University of London
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MSc - Master of Science

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APR-25

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Who is it for?You may already be working in charity finance, as a manager or consultant, or aiming to move into this demanding role in the sector. Either way, this academically rigorous course will match your needs. It will also equip you for a role as an advisor, auditor or independent examiner to a charity.You will gain a well-rounded understanding of the role and the knowledge and skills to develop and apply your financial expertise in the sector.AccreditationStudents completing this course ...Read more

Who is it for?

You may already be working in charity finance, as a manager or consultant, or aiming to move into this demanding role in the sector. Either way, this academically rigorous course will match your needs. It will also equip you for a role as an advisor, auditor or independent examiner to a charity.

You will gain a well-rounded understanding of the role and the knowledge and skills to develop and apply your financial expertise in the sector.

Accreditation

Students completing this course gain eligibility for the professional DChA (Diploma in Charity Accounting) award through the ICAEW.

Course content

The MSc course is taught on a part-time basis over a period of two years (20 months for those eligible to enrol on the April Intake). Students initially enrol on the Postgraduate Diploma with the specialist area of their choice, and confirm their intention to complete the MSc at the end of the first year.

  • Develop your understanding of the strategic issues and organisational challenges facing charity organisations and their managers within the finance function
  • Build relevant management and leadership skills, and analytical capabilities
  • Acquire insights into the different strategies and approaches commonly adopted by charities
  • Deepen your appreciation of the issues of managing change in the finance function
  • Gain access to a strong network and connections within the charity sector
  • Build your confidence as you pursue your career in the sector.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
13th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
39th
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Chrysolyte
08 Mar 22

Best thing would be area and the amount of career support you get. Also the campus is really beautiful. The worst part, which isn't actually bad, is how competitive my course is..Read more

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Entry requirements

In general we ask for a good first degree, normally an upper second-class honours degree from a British University or a relevant professional qualification: e.g: ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW; ICAS and three or more years relevant experience at a senior level. In exceptional cases we will also accept those without a degree but with significant work experience. Provided you have more than three years relevant experience, two professional references are acceptable.

Tuition fees

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£12,050 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

£7,620 - PgDip + £4,410 - An additional fee to convert to the Master’s degree. Tuition fees are subject to annual change.

£12,050 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£7,620 - PgDip + £4,410 - An additional fee to convert to the Master’s degree. Tuition fees are subject to annual change.

£12,050 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

£7,620 - PgDip + £4,410 - An additional fee to convert to the Master’s degree. Tuition fees are subject to annual change.

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City, University of London
City, University of London , London

City, University of London is a leading institution, ranked 38th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025)....

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City, University of London
106 Bunhill Row London EC1Y 8TZ United Kingdom
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