Accounting MSc

Year of entry: 2025

Course length: 12 months Full-Time

We revise our fees each academic year. For up-to-date fees information for 2025 entry, please visit our website.

About the course

Boost your career prospects by developing an advanced knowledge of accounting theory and practice, and prepare for a leading role in the accountancy profession.

Advance your thinking around contemporary issues in the areas of financial reporting, management accounting, auditing and governance
Gain a broad-based understanding of the core subject areas, build knowledge and apply your expertise
Learn about empirical research methods and accounting practice
Benefit from our accounting academics’ close connections with the accountancy profession
Prepare for a professional career in accountancy or progression to a PhD

Ranked 7th in the UK and 27th in the world

(QS Business World Rankings 2025)

The course is linked to The Manchester Accounting and Finance Group – one of Europe's leading accounting and finance units.

Join the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) though an accelerated route

Where will your degree take you?

This course will help to enhance your abilities, skills and knowledge. It will prepare your for a career with top firms in the accountancy profession. In addition, if you have overseas professional accounting qualifications, successful completion of the course can boost your career.

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