Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: 12 months or 24 months
A career in accounting and finance requires an in-depth understanding of both the theory and practical knowledge of accounting and finance. With this industry-focused programme, you’ll master a wide range of financial tools and acquire a solid foundation of key accounting and finance topics, while developing the necessary skills for management roles. The programme will thoroughly prepare you for a successful career across a variety of potential accountancy and financial roles and industries.
Led by renowned academics and top industry practitioners, you’ll gain access to the latest accounting and finance research, software and techniques. The Business School’s strong links with financial institutions, recruiters and practitioners ensures a focus on tangible, marketable employability skills, relevant to the real accounting and financial world. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with industry throughout the programme, including working on live projects with prestigious companies. We also run workshops with visiting industry specialists from companies such as Deloitte, KMPG, PwC and EY. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to participate in our Careers Fair where you can interact with potential employers, explore diverse career paths, and make connections that can shape your professional journey.
Our minimum entry requirement for this programme is an undergraduate degree at UK Honours level (or a degree from a non-UK institution which is judged by the University to be of equivalent worth).
Having a recognised accountancy qualification opens many career doors, with a higher percentage of company board members holding an accountancy qualification than any other kind of postgraduate qualification. You could progress to hold roles such as Accountant, Auditor or Financial Manager in prestigious firms around the world.
This programme caters to both self-starters and seasoned professionals, making it an excellent career decision for those fresh out of undergraduate studies or seeking to transition into a more senior role without prior managerial experience.
For recent graduates, our programme serves as a direct pathway to kickstart a successful career journey. No previous managerial experience is required, ensuring accessibility for enthusiastic individuals ready to embark on a fulfilling career in accountancy.
Core Modules:
Professional and Academic Skills for Business (Linear) (BU50PL)
Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen (PD5006)
Accounting for Business Decisions (BU503W)
Economic Analysis (BU5033)
Issues in Corporate Finance (BU5034)
Portfolio Analysis (BU5526)
Financial Markets and Regulation (BU552H)
Financial Analysis and International Accounting (BU553Z)
Business Analysis Project (BU594T)
Investment Project (BU593Y)
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