The programme is for graduates looking to broaden their previous study of accounting or for those already working in accounting or finance. The course gives you an international perspective on the theory and practice of accounting. You’ll study financial management and securities markets. There’s a particular focus on the move towards harmonisation with international accounting standards and the impact of leading standard-setting authorities. The course provides you with: an international perspective on accounting theories of income and value critical awareness of international accounting standards and their implementation sound understanding of financial theory and analysis appreciation of the nature and functioning of financial markets and institutions ability to apply analytical techniques in practice

This course is suitable for those intending to develop their careers in finance, broadly defined as: corporate finance security analysis portfolio management options and futures treasury management the functioning of financial institutions and markets financial decision-taking in the public sector