
Accounting, Finance and Management MSc
University of LeicesterLeicester, Campus-based
Course overview
The MSc Accounting, Finance and Management will provide you with a thorough understanding of the role of accounting and finance in organisational management. You will acquire the specialist knowledge and skills to deal with complex accounting and finance issues and handle them effectively in a range of management contexts. The course features a combination of modules which allow you to focus on areas of interest that relate to your professional needs.
You will develop an understanding of the main theories, models, frameworks, and techniques of management. You will also learn the main data analysis techniques needed to take informed decisions in modern corporations. You will be provided with a stimulating and intellectually challenging learning experience, along with rigorous teaching in the concepts of financial management and accounting and general management tools and techniques.
As well as specific knowledge of financial management and accounting, this degree will develop your ability to analyse and evaluate management problems and make sound strategic decisions. It will also develop your practical transferable skills including the ability to conduct independent research, both online and offline; time management, verbal and written communication, presenting and planning. The course will prepare you for management level accounting and finance careers in public or private sector organisations, or an academic career in this area.
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.
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Key highlights
- Explores the role of accounting and finance in organisational management
- Flexible module choices aligned with your professional needs
- Covers core management theories, models, frameworks and techniques
- Teaches data analysis techniques for informed corporate decision-making
- Builds skills in analysing management problems and strategic decisions
- Develops independent research, communication, presenting and planning skills
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
You are entitled to a discount of 20% of the new course fee.
Up to 20% of feesChancellor's International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship
This scholarship, worth £3,000 per year, reflects the University’s commitment to attracting talented students from around the world.
Up to £3,000Chevening Scholarship
Chevening-Leicester Partner Scholarship
Distance Learning (DL) Sanctuary Awards
Distance Learning Merit Scholarship
The awards available are: MA: £800, PGDip: £500, PGCert: £300
International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship
International Merit Scholarship worth a tuition fee discount of £5,000.
Leicester Postgraduate Partnership Scholarship
Enjoy a 20% fee discount on a selection of postgraduate taught courses at either University of Leicester or De Montfort University.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Finance manager
- Management accountant
- Financial analyst
- Financial controller
- Public sector finance manager
- Academic researcher in accounting and finance
Cost of study
UK/Home: MSc: £10,950 | International: MSc: £23,650
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Leicester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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