MSc Accounting
University of Essex
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Accounting is the measurement and processing of financial and non-financial data within an organisation. At Essex, we encourage you to challenge the perception of accounting within shifting global markets.MSc Accounting is our flagship Master’s degree of our accounting disciplines at Essex Business School. Accounting at Essex goes well beyond the preparation of financial statements. We teach you to be accountable, act ethically and make financial decisions that positively impact both ...Read more

Accounting is the measurement and processing of financial and non-financial data within an organisation. At Essex, we encourage you to challenge the perception of accounting within shifting global markets.

MSc Accounting is our flagship Master’s degree of our accounting disciplines at Essex Business School. Accounting at Essex goes well beyond the preparation of financial statements. We teach you to be accountable, act ethically and make financial decisions that positively impact both organisations and society.

This course will advance your knowledge of accounting in both depth and scope. You will master core areas of accounting, such as:

  • management accounting
  • financial reporting
  • corporate governance
  • reporting and analysis

We take a critical view of both financial reporting and management accounting, so that you can be perfectly placed to lead financial decision-making in your chosen industry. You work with students and staff from across the globe, preparing you to work in international markets. MSc Accounting aims to inspire a business-minded and socially driven Essex accounting graduate.

At Essex Business School we champion ethical management and sustainable business. We believe accounting information is the foundation for successful decision-making and further develop your practical accounting skills and theoretical knowledge so you can make a positive impact in the workplace.

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30th
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Entry requirements

A 2:2 degree in any discipline. Your degree must include one module in Financial Accounting, and one module in Management Accounting. A professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or any other Professional accounting qualification recognised by IFAC (International Federation of Accountants) may compensate for the absence of an academic degree equivalent.

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£14,300 per year

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£22,400 per year

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£22,400 per year

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University of Essex
University of Essex , Colchester

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University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
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