MSc Accounting and Finance (Professional Placement)
Birmingham City University
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Looking to study a postgraduate accounting and finance course in Birmingham? Our MSc Accounting and Finance degree is accredited by Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).Taught by professionally qualified academics with a wealth of industrial and professional experience, this CIMA accredited Masters course focuses on the practical application of accountancy in the real world and theoretical aspects of related research with a clear objective of preparing you for a career in ...Read more

Looking to study a postgraduate accounting and finance course in Birmingham? Our MSc Accounting and Finance degree is accredited by Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

Taught by professionally qualified academics with a wealth of industrial and professional experience, this CIMA accredited Master's course focuses on the practical application of accountancy in the real world and theoretical aspects of related research with a clear objective of preparing you for a career in accountancy, finance or management. You can maximise your CIMA exemptions by choosing particular modules, and get prepared for the remaining final (external) CIMA exam(s) at the end of the course.

The international focus of the course is derived through a variety of means including the study of international accounting standards, student body, the teaching team and the use of international teaching materials.

Professional Placement option

This course offers an optional 20-week Professional Placement, available to full-time students after the end of the Master’s year. The Professional Placement will allow you to evidence your professional skills, attitudes and behaviours at the point of entry to the postgraduate job market. Please note that an additional fee is payable if you choose to pursue the Professional Placement version of the course.

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76/101
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76th
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92nd
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09 Dec 24

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14 Nov 24

Great lectures and tutors, with a great campus too. location can be..Read more

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£13,825 per year

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18 months with professional placement - £13,285 in 2024/25.

£19,485 per year

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Students from EU

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18 months with professional placement - £19,485 in 2024/25

£19,485 per year

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Students from International

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18 months with professional placement - £19,485 in 2024/25

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Birmingham City University
University House 15 Bartholomew Row Birmingham B5 5JU United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Moor Street  0.5 miles away
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