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  • DeadlineStudy Details: 4 years Part-time

Course Description

Delivered fully online, in a part-time study format, our new MSc in Accounting Analytics and Sustainability (MAAS) is an executive-level programme, specifically designed for accounting and auditing professionals, or those interested in developing their data analytics and sustainability knowledge, skills and capabilities in the area of accounting.

Flexible study options to meet your learning journey

Offering great flexibility, the study programme has been created to allow you to continue in full-time employment, enabling you to achieve your personal and career aspirations, whilst also contributing to your CPD obligations. You can tailor your study journey through the MSc Accounting Analytics and Sustainability programme, opting to complete the full four-year programme for the MSc qualification, or, depending on your circumstances, exit earlier with a Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma.

Delivered in three phases over 48 months, you will need to study and successfully complete the modules in each phase, before advancing to the next:

Phase 1 - Postgraduate CertificatePhase 2 - Postgraduate DiplomaPhase 3 - MSc

You will enhance your awareness of technology, data analytics, ML and AI in the related fields of accounting and auditing, while improving your analytical skills and knowledge in sustainability, integrated reporting, and ESG areas, including ESG investment ratings and assurance analytics.

The programme is delivered by Durham University Business School, accredited by the AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, and recognised for its academic rigor and commitment to excellence. You will learn from an outstanding academic team, world-class experts in their fields, which is reflected in their research, innovation and teaching.

Entry Requirements

The MSc Accounting Analytics and Sustainability programme has been specifically designed for accounting or other professionals interested in developing their data analytics and sustainability knowledge, skills and capabilities in the area of accounting.

What do you need to apply?

  • An upper second-class Bachelor Degree, or a recognised professional accounting qualification, or equivalent.
  • Lack of formal qualifications is not necessarily a barrier to admission. In such cases, we may ask the candidate to submit a portfolio of evidence demonstrating capability in areas such as your management experience, including critical thinking skills and communication skills.
  • English language requirements, for applicants whose first language is not English:
    • IELTS score of 7.0 or above, with no element below 6.0 OR
    • TOEFL IBT score of 102 or above, with no element below 23.
    • Further details can be found at Direct Entry Band C - Durham University. Where applicants use both written and spoken English in their daily work, we may be able to accept an employer letter confirming this as an alternative to a formal language test.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

We work in partnership with the University's careers team to connect you with events, organisations, or individuals to help kick-start your career. You will have access to one-to-one support on every aspect of the application process, from CV writing to interview techniques.

Our graduates are highly sought after by global employers. Some of our recent graduates now work in sectors including: financial services, healthcare, government and consultancy amongst many others.

Module Details

The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

Phase 1 Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & SustainabilityTo achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

  • Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
  • Sustainability & Ethics
  • Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
  • Sustainability & Integrated Reporting

Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

  • Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
  • Sustainability Assurance Analytics
  • Robotic Process Automation
  • Research Methods & Design

Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

  • Research Project

    The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

    Phase 1 Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & SustainabilityTo achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

    • Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
    • Sustainability & Ethics
    • Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
    • Sustainability & Integrated Reporting

    Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

    • Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
    • Sustainability Assurance Analytics
    • Robotic Process Automation
    • Research Methods & Design

    Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

    • Research Project

      The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

      Phase 1 - Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & SustainabilityTo achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

      Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
      Sustainability & Ethics
      Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
      Sustainability & Integrated Reporting
      Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

      Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
      Sustainability Assurance Analytics
      Robotic Process Automation
      Research Methods & Design
      Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

      Research Project

      The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

      Phase 1 Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & SustainabilityTo achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

      • Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
      • Sustainability & Ethics
      • Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
      • Sustainability & Integrated Reporting

      Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

      • Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
      • Sustainability Assurance Analytics
      • Robotic Process Automation
      • Research Methods & Design

      Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

      • Research Project

        The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

        Phase 1 Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & SustainabilityTo achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

        • Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
        • Sustainability & Ethics
        • Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
        • Sustainability & Integrated Reporting

        Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

        • Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
        • Sustainability Assurance Analytics
        • Robotic Process Automation
        • Research Methods & Design

        Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

        • Research Project

          The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

          Phase 1 Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & SustainabilityTo achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

          • Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
          • Sustainability & Ethics
          • Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
          • Sustainability & Integrated Reporting

          Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

          • Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
          • Sustainability Assurance Analytics
          • Robotic Process Automation
          • Research Methods & Design

          Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

          • Research Project

            The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

            Phase 1 Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & SustainabilityTo achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

            • Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
            • Sustainability & Ethics
            • Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
            • Sustainability & Integrated Reporting

            Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

            • Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
            • Sustainability Assurance Analytics
            • Robotic Process Automation
            • Research Methods & Design

            Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

            • Research Project

              The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

              Phase 1 Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & SustainabilityTo achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

              • Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
              • Sustainability & Ethics
              • Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
              • Sustainability & Integrated Reporting

              Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

              • Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
              • Sustainability Assurance Analytics
              • Robotic Process Automation
              • Research Methods & Design

              Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

              • Research Project

                The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

                Phase 1 Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & SustainabilityTo achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

                • Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
                • Sustainability & Ethics
                • Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
                • Sustainability & Integrated Reporting

                Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

                • Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
                • Sustainability Assurance Analytics
                • Robotic Process Automation
                • Research Methods & Design

                Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

                • Research Project

                  Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

                  • Research Project

                    Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

                    • Research Project

                      Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

                      Research Project

                      Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

                      • Research Project

                        Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

                        Research Project

The full study programme is delivered in three phases over 48 months:

Phase 1 Postgraduate Certificate in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Certificate level you will study:

  • Introduction to Data Analytics & Visualisation
  • Sustainability & Ethics
  • Introduction to Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
  • Sustainability & Integrated Reporting

Phase 2 – Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the PG Diploma, you will need to successfully complete Phase 1, then you will study:

  • Natural Language Processing & Textual Analytics
  • Sustainability Assurance Analytics
  • Robotic Process Automation
  • Research Methods & Design

Phase 3 – MSc Accounting Analytics & Sustainability To achieve the MSc you will need to successfully complete Phases 1 and 2, then you will study:

  • Research Project

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