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Royal Holloway University of London MSc Accounting and Financial Management
Royal Holloway University of London

Royal Holloway University of London

MSc Accounting and Financial Management

Egham, United Kingdom

MSc

1 year

English

Full time

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.