Accounting And Finance – Graduate Qualification
2 Years L4 L5 UK Qualifications
1 Year top-up either in UAE or UK 2 Years (for PG programs) which includes
1 Years L7 UK Qualifications
1 Year top-up either in UAE or UK
The Master’s in Accounting and Finance provides a robust understanding of key financial principles and practices essential for organizational success. Through Investment Analysis, students learn to assess investment theories and perform bond valuations for informed investment decisions. Corporate Reporting enhances skills in preparing and interpreting financial statements. Global Finance and Strategy focuses on decision-making for entering global markets. Strategic Financial Management teaches the planning and management of financial resources to maximize shareholder returns. Strategic Audit covers the strategic auditing process and investigative techniques. Business Research Methods hones research skills for data-driven financial decision-making. This comprehensive program prepares students for strategic roles in finance and accounting, enhancing their analytical and managerial capabilities.
What you will learn
- Master investment theories and market models to perform bond valuations and assess investment performance.
- Prepare and interpret financial statements, applying advanced accounting concepts and principles.
- Make informed global financial decisions, understanding the importance of timely issue resolution for business success.
- Plan and manage financial resources to achieve business objectives and maximize shareholder returns.
- Conduct strategic audits to effectively position and execute business strategies using investigative techniques.
- Execute comprehensive business research, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation using advanced methodologies.
Frequently asked questions
- Investment Analyst: Evaluates investment opportunities and performs bond valuations to provide recommendations on asset allocation. Common in investment banks, asset management firms, and hedge funds.
- Portfolio Manager: Manages investment portfolios by assessing market trends and making strategic decisions to maximize returns. Found in financial institutions, pension funds, and insurance companies.
- Financial Reporting Manager: Prepares and interprets financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Essential in corporate finance departments, public accounting firms, and governmental agencies.
- Financial Analyst: Analyzes financial data to support business decisions, focusing on trends, variances, and forecasting. Employed in sectors like retail, healthcare, and technology.
- Global Finance Manager: Develops strategies for entering and managing operations in global markets, addressing financial issues and opportunities. Relevant in multinational corporations, international banks, and consulting firms.
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO): Oversees the financial planning and management of an organization, focusing on maximizing shareholder value and achieving business objectives. Critical in large corporations, non-profits, and public sector organizations.
- Financial Planner: Develops comprehensive financial plans and strategies to ensure the effective use of financial resources and attainment of organizational goals. Common in financial advisory firms, wealth management, and corporate strategy departments.
- Audit Manager: Leads audit teams in assessing financial operations and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Employed in public accounting firms, financial institutions, and large enterprises.
- Market Research Analyst: Gathers and analyzes data to inform business decisions, focusing on market trends and consumer behavior. Essential in marketing firms, research agencies, and large corporations.
- An honours undergraduate degree in related subject or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification.
- Learners must be 21 years old or older at the beginning of the course.