This University of Essex course equips students with in-depth financial knowledge and the practical skills needed for a rewarding career in accounting or banking in multinational organizations. The MSc International Accounting and Banking is a unique degree amongst UK universities, giving students a competitive edge by combining theory and practice with real-life examples. Students gain an advanced understanding of contemporary accounting and banking issues and produce a business report on a listed company. They develop the ability to research issues, analyze and solve business problems and operate effectively in a fast-paced international business environment.
Whether students have a first degree in accounting, or are looking to study the subject for the first time, this course is for anyone looking for a career in international organizations, such as banks, accountancy firms, accountancy and finance departments or business consultancy.
Students explore topics including: international management accounting, international financial reporting, corporate reporting and analysis, modern banking, and bank strategy and risk.
Essex Business School, where this course is taught, is an internationally diverse place to study, with more than half of the staff and students joining from overseas (the Masters students currently joined from more than 40 countries). As a result, this course is informed by a wide range of global perspectives, preparing students for the demands of an international career in accounting or banking.
Essex is a research intensive business school, ranked in the top 25 in the UK for research excellence. Students learn from world-class thinkers who embed the latest academic thinking into their teaching to ensure students experience the cutting-edge of their discipline.
Essex develops creativity, innovation and ethical awareness to prepare students for a successful business career. The Masters courses foster the business leaders of the future, equipping them with the skills to handle the many challenges the international world of business continues to present. As well as exploring their own entrepreneurial ventures, graduates have gained fulfilling roles in financial analysis, management, public administration and accountancy.
Essex Business School graduates have progressed to work for high-profile organizations and innovative SMEs, such as: PwC, Hiscox, Access Group, Bank of England, EY, and Footprint Digital.
| Level | Masters |
| Discipline | Business & Management |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Intakes | Oct |
| Application Fees | GBP 0 |
| Tuition Fees | GBP 20350 |
| Campus | Colchester |
| Language proficiency (minimum) | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 88 |
| PTE | 60 |
| Duolingo | Not Accepted |
| Exam proficiency (minimum) | |
| SAT | Not Required / Waiver |
|---|---|
| ACT | Not Required / Waiver |
| GRE | Not Required / Waiver |
| GMAT | Not Required / Waiver |
Minimum GPA - 70.0%
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