MSc Accountancy and Financial Management University of Bolton

Course Overview

Aligned with the ACCA Strategic Professional Level program, the MSc in Accountancy and Financial Management at the University of Bolton is tailored to enhance your career in business, accounting, and financial management. This course provides essential finance and accountancy knowledge, equipping you for success across various private and public sector industries.

Our dedicated and experienced faculty will guide you through the principles and practices of financial management and accounting, emphasizing the contexts in which they operate. You’ll develop applied skills in financial reporting and management, alongside broader management topics like corporate social responsibility, business ethics, risk management, financial performance, and taxation/auditing.

You’ll also delve into research methods, gaining familiarity with various research tools and analytical techniques to support your master’s dissertation. This significant research project on an accounting or financial management issue will enhance your critical thinking and investigative skills, benefiting your professional practice.

Highlights

Focus on the global competitive environment, covering performance management, ethics, social responsibility, and strategic management accounting.
A variety of optional modules designed to enhance your employment prospects.
Development of critical awareness regarding effective financial decision-making.
Opportunities to evaluate existing empirical research and apply theoretical concepts creatively.

Key Features

Small class sizes for personalized guidance from our experienced teaching staff.
Learning through case studies and the application of mathematical and statistical techniques to solve real-world business and accounting challenges.
All tutors hold master’s degrees, PhDs, or professional accountancy qualifications, along with extensive teaching and industry experience.
Access to excellent university libraries, 24/7 IT facilities, WiFi, and study areas.
Enjoy the vibrant environment of Bolton with its shops, bars, restaurants, and leisure facilities, all while being just a 20-minute train ride from Manchester, one of the UK’s most multicultural cities. The beautiful countryside and heritage of North West England provide a perfect backdrop for exploration and outdoor activities.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of a lower second class (2.2) honours degree (or equivalent) in accounting or accountancy.
Alternatively, a first class or upper second class (2.1) honours degree (or equivalent) in business management, with guidance towards taking Advanced Financial Management and Advanced Financial Performance option modules.
Applications may also be considered if relevant work experience can be demonstrated in lieu of, or in addition to, the academic qualifications, following the University’s Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) procedures.

Career Opportunities

The University of Bolton’s MSc Accountancy and Financial Management course is ideal for professionals working in the business, accountancy and finance sectors. Our expert team will support you in developing your understanding of the principles and practice of financial management and accounting, the context in which they operate and how they are managed.

This master’s degree offers you the opportunity to learn the applied skills involved in financial reporting and financial management, as well as wider management issues such as corporate and social responsibility, risk and business strategy, financial performance and taxation/auditing.

What can I do with this qualification?

As a graduate of this MSc, you’ll possess the skills needed for roles in financial analysis, investment banking, management, public administration and accountancy. This qualification will also help you pursue a career in industry, commerce or professional services organisations.

Alternative career options

Graduates can also use the qualification as a stepping-stone into a range of other careers. Some of these roles may require relevant experience and/or postgraduate study. Some possible careers include:

Corporate finance
Computing
Training and education
Auditing
Retail
Financial consultancy
Purchasing
Tax and pensions
Law
Transport and logistics
Stocks and shares
Charity work
Loss adjusting
Advertising, marketing and PR
Insurance
Statistics and market research
Credit and investment analysis
Claims inspection

Modules

The following modules may include a mix of compulsory and optional components. Please note that you may not have the opportunity to study all of these modules during the course.