Overview
Why this course?
The course gives you an international perspective on the theory and practice of accounting. You’ll study financial management and securities markets. There’s a particular focus on the move towards harmonisation with international accounting standards and the impact of leading standard-setting authorities.
The International Accounting & Finance course delivered by Strathclyde Business School provides you with:- an international perspective on accounting theories of income and value
- critical awareness of international accounting standards and their implementation
- sound understanding of financial theory and analysis
- appreciation of the nature and functioning of financial markets and institutions
- ability to apply analytical techniques in practice
Careers
This course is suitable for those intending to develop their careers in finance, broadly defined as:- corporate finance
- security analysis
- portfolio management
- options and futures
- treasury management
- the functioning of financial institutions and markets
- financial decision-taking in the public sector
Programme Structure
Course content
Semester 1
- Principles of Finance
- Accounting & Financial Analysis
- Quantitative Methods for Finance
- International Financial Markets & Banking
Semester 2
- Advanced Corporate Finance & Applications
- Advanced Accounting
- Management Accounting
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- There’s no formal closing date for postgraduate applications.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Finance Accounting View 871 other Masters in Finance in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Minimum second class Honours degree, or overseas equivalent (view the entry requirements for your country) in:
- accounting
- economics
- business studies
- maths
- statistics
- computing
Tuition Fee
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International
26050 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26050 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
14500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14500 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Glasgow
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
There are scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Opportunities include:
- Accounting & Finance Scholarships
Scottish students
- Students living in Scotland can find out more about funding from the Student Awards Agency Scotland.
English students
- Students ordinarily resident in England may be eligible to apply for a loan of up to £10,000 to cover their tuition fees and living costs.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.