Accounting and Finance MSc

MScPostgraduateBusiness & Finance
Part Time Available

Course Highlights

  • Accounting and Finance graduates are in high demand from a wide range of top employers for their specialist skills.
  • Opportunity to meet and network with leading global organisations.
  • Our modules cover topics at the forefront of emerging trends in accounting and finance.
  • Our course has been developed by leading researchers in the field, with a focus on sustainable and responsible business practices.
  • Triple Crown accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).
  • #68 QS World University Rankings 2027 QS Top Universities QS World University Rankings 2027
  • Top 2 We’re consistently one of the top UK universities targeted by leading graduate employers (High Fliers ‘Graduate Market in 2026’ report).

What You'll Study

Our Accounting and Finance Masters degree includes a wide variety of learning and teaching: Taught modules – these include lectures, workshops, seminars, case studies and expert guest speaker sessions. Assessments - these will include group and individual essays, class tests, group projects, group presentations and examinations Dissertation Project - this provides students the opportunity to study an accounting and finance topic of personal interest in considerable depth under the supervision of experienced academic staff.

Modules

  • Accounting Theory and Policy20 credits
  • Alternative Finance20 credits
  • Corporate Financial Management20 credits
  • Dissertation60 credits
  • Fundamental Analysis20 credits
  • Management Accounting20 credits
  • Professional Integrity and The Reflective Practitioner20 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: 2:1 Honours Degree or postgraduate diploma from a UK university (or overseas equivalent) in Accounting or Finance related subjects. Applicants with a degree other than in Accounting or Finance will also be considered provided they meet at least one of the following criteria: Successful completion of a minimum of three Accounting or Finance modules (passed at undergraduate level); or Relevant professional or applied work experience in accounting, finance, or a closely related area; or Part-qualified status with a recognised professional accounting body (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent)
English: If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to: TOEFL iBT taken before January 2026: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing TOEFL iBT taken from January 2026: 4.5 Overall with no less than 4.5 in any 2 skills and 4 in the other two skills Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

Careers

Graduates will leave university perfectly placed to take up key accounting and financial positions or managerial and consultancy roles in the private and the public sector. Fantastic career opportunities are available at leading accountancy firms, financial institutions and multinational corporations. This course is also beneficial to entrepreneurs that want to have a solid knowledge of finance and its applications. In a competitive global market, you need to be ready for work before you graduate. At the University of Birmingham Dubai, our careers services will help you plan and achieve your ambitions. Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network Dubai information, advice, and guidance service offers support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities that propel you towards your career goal.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Triple Crown accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).

Programme Details

Award

Master of Science

Start Date

September 2026

Duration

1 year

Qualification

Masters

Subject Area

Business & Finance

Campus

Dubai

Study Pattern

Full time, Part time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 174,509/yr

Tuition for September 2026 entry: AED 174,509 per year. To apply for a postgraduate programme, you will need to submit your application and supporting documents online. Choosing to study with the University of Birmingham Dubai is an exciting decision and you may have many questions on what to do next. Find out more on our 'How to Apply' page. Apply directly through the University of Birmingham Dubai Admissions portal (not UCAS); there is no application fee. A non-refundable AED 5,000 tuition deposit is payable on accepting an offer and is deducted from your fees. Decisions are usually issued within 10 working days.

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