International Accounting and Banking MSc

This course equips you with in-depth financial knowledge and the practical skills needed for a rewarding career in accounting or banking in multinational organisations.<br/><br/>MSc International Accounting and Banking is a unique degree amongst UK universities, giving you a competitive edge by combining theory and practice with real-life examples. You gain an advanced understanding of contemporary accounting and banking issues and produce a business report on a listed company. You develop your ability to research issues, analyse and solve business problems and operate effectively in a fast-paced international business environment.<br/><br/>Whether you have a first degree in accounting, or are looking to study the subject for the first time, this course is for you if you’re looking for a career in international organisations, such as banks, accountancy firms, accountancy and finance departments or business consultancy.<br/><br/>You explore topics including: <br/>- international management accounting<br/><br/><br/>- international financial reporting<br/><br/><br/>- corporate reporting and analysis<br/><br/><br/>- modern banking<br/><br/><br/>- bank strategy and risk<br/><br/><br/>Essex Business School, where this course is taught, is an internationally diverse place to study, with more than half of our staff and students joining us from overseas. As a result, this course is informed by a wide range of global perspectives, preparing you for the demands of an international career in accounting or banking.<br/><br/>You benefit from academic excellence in two fields where you work with researchers who are at the cutting-edge of accounting and banking theory:<br/><br/>The Essex Finance Centre (EFiC) works with leading financial services firms and public sector organisations, governments and policy institutions to produce work that makes real-world impact across the globe.<br/>The Essex Accounting Centre is at the forefront of the field of accounting and produce empirical and theoretical research.