Royal Holloway University of London
MSc Accounting and Financial Management
Egham, United Kingdom
MSc
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Please note, there are two application deadlines. The deadline for overseas applicants is 31 July 2025, and for home applicants, it is 29 August 2025. Popular courses can become full quickly, so we encourage you to apply early.
Key Summary
About: The MSc Accounting and Financial Management program offers a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and practices, equipping students with vital skills for various financial roles.
This one-year full-time program emphasizes practical application and theoretical grounding in accounting standards, financial analysis, and strategic management.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue a range of positions in finance, including roles such as financial analyst, accountant, investment manager, or financial consultant.
The program prepares you for certifications like ACA or ACCA, enhancing your career prospects in the dynamic financial sector.
This course will develop your understanding of the theory and practice of accounting and financial management, regardless of your undergraduate background. You will study financial accounting, management accounting, financial management and other important topics in accounting and finance. The course draws upon the extensive research, practical knowledge, and teaching expertise of our accounting and finance academics.
The MSc in Accounting and Financial Management is suitable if:
- you have an academic background in accounting, finance, business, or management and wish to advance your knowledge in accounting and financial management.
- you have graduated from another discipline, whether arts, sciences, or social sciences, and wish to obtain a postgraduate qualification which will provide you with an understanding of accounting and financial management issues.
On graduating you will have acquired a number of transferable skills, including the ability to assess and employ a variety of analytical techniques, write reports, give presentations and work as a team.
As a student in the School of Business and Management you will join an intellectually stimulating, friendly and supportive research environment and, through working closely with our expert and experienced academic staff, you will be in a position to realise your full potential.
- Strong career prospects in accounting, finance and commercial areas; organisations value graduates with knowledge and understanding of contemporary accounting and financial management who can also reflect on their broader setting and implications.
- Outstanding research; Royal Holloway sits in the top 25 per cent of UK universities for research which is rated as ‘world-leading’ and ‘internationally excellent’
- Inspiring international community; approximately 60% of our Management students come from overseas, with over 130 countries represented across the University.
From time to time, we make changes to our courses to improve the student and learning experience. If we make a significant change to your chosen course, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
Course structure
Core Modules
The mandatory modules you will take during your studies are:
- Financial Accounting and Reporting
- Management Accounting for Decision-Making
- Foundations of Financial Management
- Business Economics for Accounting and Finance
- Research methods for accounting and financial management
- Academic Integrity
There are a number of optional course modules available during your degree studies. The following is a selection of optional course modules that are likely to be available. Please note that although the University will keep changes to a minimum, new modules may be offered or existing modules may be withdrawn, for example, in response to a change in staff. Applicants will be informed if any significant changes need to be made.
Core Modules - option
Students will take either Accounting and Finance Dissertation (and 45 credits worth of optional modules) or Accounting and Finance Research Project (and 60 credits worth of optional modules).
- Accounting and Finance Dissertation
- Accounting and Finance Research Project
Optional Modules
- Sustainability and Accounting
- Topics in Finance and Investment Management
- International Financial Markets
- Financial Statement Analysis
Teaching and assessment
Assessment is carried out by a variety of methods including coursework, examinations and a dissertation or research project.
All course information above was updated Autumn 2024 and all information was correct at that time. Please make sure you check our website course page or contact us directly for the very latest information if you are considering an application.
On graduating with a Masters degree in Accounting and Financial Management you will be in a strong position to start a career in a variety of accounting, financial or commercial related areas. You will have acquired a number of transferable skills, including the ability to assess and employ a variety of analytical techniques, write reports, give presentations and work as a team. You will also have a solid foundation to continue PhD studies.
Our graduates have moved into roles in accounting and financial management-related areas including:
- Personal Relationship Manager at HSBC
- Auditor at Deloitte
- Senior Risk Analyst at Bank of Azerbaijan
- Corporate Tax at PwC
Your future career
On graduating with a master’s degree in Accounting and Financial Management you will be in a strong position to start a career in a variety of accounting, financial or commercial related areas. You will also have a solid foundation to continue PhD studies.
Our graduates have moved into roles in accounting and financial management-related areas including:
- Personal Relationship Manager at HSBC
- Auditor at Deloitte
- Senior Risk Analyst at Bank of Azerbaijan
- Corporate Tax at PwC

This course is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). This means your qualification is recognised in the industry, giving you a competitive edge when applying for jobs






























