Master of Science [M.Sc] [Accounting and Finance] From University of Portsmouth

In the programme atÊUniversity of Portsmouth you'll learn the key principles and practices of accounting and finance and examine how they affect global business and sustainable wealth creation. You'll also get transferable skills, such as analytical and problem-solving techniques that will be invaluable in any business environment.

You'll graduate from the MSc Accounting and Finance degree course with the skills needed for a successful career in the accountancy and finance professions, ranging from management accounting to corporate finance, as well as all the skills required to excel in business.

On this course you will:

• Learn how to write and interpret financial statements, to monitor, control and plan for the ongoing success of an organisation
• Understand accounting and finance from both a strategic and management perspective, ranging from business planning and strategic management accounting to corporate financial management and corporate governance
• Have the chance to use the UniversityÕs Bloomberg terminals to monitor and analyse financial market data movements and trades
• Improve your commercial skills with our business simulation software, with technicians on-hand to help out when needed
• Receive support and mentoring from staff Ð including our Study Support Tutors Ð in formal meetings and also via social media
• Tap in to our LibraryÕs vast selection of electronic resources, which include 24-hour internet access and access to our online journals

Career

When you graduate, you'll be exempt from all five Certificate Level papers of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). Additionally, CIMA's 'Gateway' route gives MSc Accounting and Finance graduates the opportunity to sit one paper which combines their Management level papers P2, F2 and E2. If you complete this successfully, you'll also be exempt from all of CIMA's Operational level and Certificate level papers.

When you graduate, you'll be in a strong position to pursue a career in:

• Audit
• Financial accounting
• Management accounting
• Corporate finance
• Financial planning
• Insurance
• Banking