Start in any term and take one six-week module at a time. Assessments will be presented in a variety of formats, including coursework and examinations. Your studies culminate in the financial research project. Individuals who have a finance, accounting or interrelated subject in their undergraduate studies and want to shift their career may want to consider the Master of Science International Accounting & Finance programme. Students join a learning community where they can network with instructors as well as peers. The diversity of Aston's learning community helps current students and alumni make vital career connections. You'll study financial planning, ratio analysis and shareholding, as well as a variety of skills that make you a desirable candidate to employers. Skills unique to the Aston MSc Accounting and Finance online programme include, Practical application of financial tools - balance sheets, profit and loss accounts, cash flow statements, Assessing economic policy, Evaluating and reporting on organisational financial performance Dissertation/Financial Reporting Project Students take and apply concepts, as well as training, to an organisation's financial performance. The financial reporting project works toward students preparing a written financial report that could be used within a business setting. In addition, the project integrates research with analysis to assess and evaluate a company. Students have four blocks (six months) to complete the project. The Financial Reporting Project exemplifies Aston's goal to put theory into practice. This approach allows graduates to go forward with examples of their work and a demonstrable portfolio for employers. Professional Exemption, Upon completing the Accounting & Finance programme at Aston University, you may earn exemptions from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. (ACCA). This means you may be eligible to skip certain exams and begin studies at a level appropriate to you. Although more examinations may be required to earn qualification, employers and potential employers may regard your Aston degree as a significant commitment to the pursuit of the accounting and finance industries. Careers and Outcomes, A number of graduates have gone to work in senior positions/roles at various companies: Accountant - EY (China) Commodities Analyst - Deutsche Bank (London) Regulatory Reporting Analyst - UBS Bank (USA) Risk Consultant - KPMG (Russia and CIS) Tax Associate - PWC (UK)
Aston University, United Kingdom
Start in any term and take one six-week module at a time. Assessments will be presented in a variety of formats, including coursework and examinations. Your studies culminate in the financial research project. Individuals who have a finance, accounting or interrelated subject in their undergraduate studies and want to shift their career may want to consider the Master of Science International Accounting & Finance programme. Students join a learning community where they can network with instructors as well as peers. The diversity of Aston's learning community helps current students and alumni make vital career connections. You'll study financial planning, ratio analysis and shareholding, as well as a variety of skills that make you a desirable candidate to employers. Skills unique to the Aston MSc Accounting and Finance online programme include, Practical application of financial tools - balance sheets, profit and loss accounts, cash flow statements, Assessing economic policy, Evaluating and reporting on organisational financial performance Dissertation/Financial Reporting Project Students take and apply concepts, as well as training, to an organisation's financial performance. The financial reporting project works toward students preparing a written financial report that could be used within a business setting. In addition, the project integrates research with analysis to assess and evaluate a company. Students have four blocks (six months) to complete the project. The Financial Reporting Project exemplifies Aston's goal to put theory into practice. This approach allows graduates to go forward with examples of their work and a demonstrable portfolio for employers. Professional Exemption, Upon completing the Accounting & Finance programme at Aston University, you may earn exemptions from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. (ACCA). This means you may be eligible to skip certain exams and begin studies at a level appropriate to you. Although more examinations may be required to earn qualification, employers and potential employers may regard your Aston degree as a significant commitment to the pursuit of the accounting and finance industries. Careers and Outcomes, A number of graduates have gone to work in senior positions/roles at various companies: Accountant - EY (China) Commodities Analyst - Deutsche Bank (London) Regulatory Reporting Analyst - UBS Bank (USA) Risk Consultant - KPMG (Russia and CIS) Tax Associate - PWC (UK)
Aston University, United Kingdom