Accounting and Finance - MA (Hons)

The University of Edinburgh

This programme combines the study of accounting and finance to prepare you for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:authentic leadershipethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviourentrepreneurial practiceeffective communication.Accountancy is the fastest-growing area of business activity. The ability to measure financial information and make projections affects economic and organisational decision-making at all levels. Financial accountants report on the performance of an organisation, and management accountants provide financial information to help with planning and strategy.Accounting and finance graduates are highly valued by employers worldwide and graduates of our programmes are highly sought after by a wide range of employers.Our graduates secure employment in a diverse range of fields, the most popular being:accountancymanagementconsultingfinancemarketinghuman resourcesAccountancy graduates can train to become a qualified accountant through a traineeship with an accountancy or commercial firm. Alternatively, you can choose a career in taxation, finance or banking.During your time as a student in the Business School and following graduation, the Careers Service will help you fully develop your potential and achieve your future goals.

Business School