Accounting Analytics and Sustainability MSc

**Subject to approval**<br/><br/>Delivered fully online, in a part-time study format, our new MSc in Accounting Analytics and Sustainability (MAAS) is an executive-level programme, specifically designed for accounting and auditing professionals, or those interested in developing their data analytics and sustainability knowledge, skills and capabilities in the area of accounting.<br/><br/>**Flexible study options to meet your learning journey**<br/>Offering great flexibility, the study programme has been created to allow you to continue in full-time employment, enabling you to achieve your personal and career aspirations, whilst also contributing to your CPD obligations. You can tailor your study journey through the MSc Accounting Analytics and Sustainability programme, opting to complete the full four-year programme for the MSc qualification, or, depending on your circumstances, exit earlier with a Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma.<br/><br/>Delivered in three phases over 48 months, you will need to study and successfully complete the modules in each phase, before advancing to the next:<br/>Phase 1 - Postgraduate Certificate<br/>Phase 2 - Postgraduate Diploma<br/>Phase 3 - MSc<br/><br/>You will enhance your awareness of technology, data analytics, ML and AI in the related fields of accounting and auditing, while improving your analytical skills and knowledge in sustainability, integrated reporting, and ESG areas, including ESG investment ratings and assurance analytics.<br/><br/>The programme is delivered by Durham University Business School, accredited by the AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, and recognised for its academic rigor and commitment to excellence. You will learn from an outstanding academic team, world-class experts in their fields, which is reflected in their research, innovation and teaching.<br/><br/>Modules have been designed on this innovative new programme as a blend of academic knowledge, research and practitioner insight. You will study analytics within the context of accounting and be able to link to the various sustainability issues that affect organisational survival. Additionally, the programme provides hands-on experience in developing an analytical mindset, data interpretation, and insights development skills, alongside improving your technology and sustainability literacy. <br/><br/>The programme also offers a unique opportunity to build knowledge and skills in the high-demand areas of digitalisation and sustainability, giving you confidence in the level of quality of the service you’ll provide.