MSc Accounting and Business Finance with Data Analytics

This two-year Master’s provides you with a comprehensive knowledge of the key areas of accounting and finance and prepares you for a career in management where an accounting finance and data analytics focus is required.

The course blends accounting and business finance theory to solve operational problems faced by managers. Your studies bring the underpinning theory and practice together applying both to complex real-world situations where vital financial decisions are made.

Areas of study may include financial markets; portfolio management; financial reporting and analysis; management accounting and financial planning; strategic management; and performance achievement planning. The Data Analytics units develop your awareness of emerging technologies and developments and areas of study may include big data; programming; and the importance of analytics in decision making. The knowledge you gain will enable you to synthesis complex information and data to produce meaningful solutions for your organisation.

Why choose this course?

• Access a range of financial databases (such as FAME Refinitiv Datastream and Eikon) and statistical software (EViews STATA and SPSS) gaining technical knowledge and skills in trading and data analysis
• Study in formal lectures seminars and tutorials but also in small groups that involve the in-depth discussion of case studies; simulation exercises; preparation for assessments; and work on presentations
• Be able to synthesis information from different sources and use different approaches and perspectives to solve complex problems and implement solutions
• Benefit from teaching that offers an international financial context focusing on the relevance of accounting regulations across a complex globalised economy