MSc Accounting and Finance at Kingston University

Kingston University’s MSc in Accounting and Finance will give you the in-demand analytical and leadership skills needed to make an immediate impact in the workplace. You'll be able to follow in the footsteps of previous graduates, who have progressed to roles such as accountant, trader and investment banker.

Faculty: Kingston Business School  |  Department: Department of Accounting, Finance and Informatics  |  Duration: 1 year full time / 2 years full time including professional placement  |  Study mode: full-time (optional professional placement year)  |  Intake: January 2027, September 2027  |  Location: Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is underpinned by the latest research and best practice. Modules have been developed to provide you with up-to-date and relevant knowledge of accounting, finance and research methods. Year 1 - core modules: Management Accounting, Financial Accounting and Reporting, Corporate Finance, Financial Modelling and Data Analytics, Financial Statement Analysis, Dissertation and Research Methods; optional modules (choose one): International Money and Finance, Corporate Reporting and Investor Relations, Auditing and Control. Year 2 (optional): Professional Placement.

Career pathways

You’ll complete this course with the skills you need for a successful career in the financial services, corporate finance, treasury or banking sectors. Recent graduates have progressed to roles like accountant, trader, financial analyst, investment banker, portfolio/fund manager and more.

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