International Accounting and Finance

Entry requirements

Minimum second class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent in:

• accounting
• economics
• business studies
• maths
• statistics
• computing

Months of entry

September

Course content

The programme is for graduates looking to broaden their previous study of accounting or for those already working in accounting or finance.

The course gives you an international perspective on the theory and practice of accounting. You will study financial management and securities markets. There is a particular focus on the move towards harmonisation with international accounting standards and the impact of leading standard-setting authorities.

The programme provides you with:

• an international perspective on accounting theories of income and value
• critical awareness of international accounting standards and their implementation
• sound understanding of financial theory and analysis
• appreciation of the nature and functioning of financial markets and institutions
• ability to apply analytical techniques in practice