University of Economics in Katowice
Master in Finance and Accounting for BusinessKatowice, Poland
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
PLN 7,500 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* non-EU students: 7500 PLN per semester | Polish, holders of Polish Card, EU students and others: 3400 PLN per semester
Key Summary
Introduction
Finance and Accounting for Business is a full-time Master’s degree program delivered in English. The aim of the specialization is to transfer in-depth knowledge, skills, and competencies in the field of finance and accounting supporting business activity in an international environment.
The specialization aims in particular to provide practical aspects of contemporary international finance and business processes and problems. The program includes a 1-month compulsory internship in a Polish or foreign company during the last semester.
FAB allows you to improve your English language skills, which will undoubtedly strengthen your position in the domestic and international labor market. Modern teaching techniques and close contact with the lecturers will allow you to expand your knowledge of finance with an international aspect in a friendly atmosphere.
Program structure
The studies are aimed at acquiring knowledge and competencies by the students in the areas of:
- strategic financial management;
- financial risk management;
- international finance;
- financial reporting and auditing from an international perspective;
- strategic management and international marketing;
- international human resources management;
- corporate tax management;
- legal basis for the functioning of enterprises on the international market;
- IT tools necessary for effective analysis of financial data;
- methodology of conducting economic and financial analyzes.
Lecturers
The teaching methods are in general oriented towards the inclusion of students into the didactic process. The methods most widely used are especially the following: case studies, group discussions, team building exercises, group work, and student presentations. The active lectures using multimedia – as more classical teaching methods – are also the obvious choice for some teaching in chosen subjects. Teachers aim to facilitate students’ activities, which suit the philosophy of graduate learning. The problem-based teaching and studying approach challenge students to develop the ability to think critically.
The teaching staff has domestic and international scientific achievements (implemented research projects, participation in international conferences, publications in the English language) and high didactic competencies (teaching abroad, cooperation with foreign universities). Some of the teachers have also practical experience in the business and financial sectors.
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Curriculum
Program structure from 22/23
Semester I
Core
- Business English
- Business Relationships In Finance
- Global And European Business Environment
- International Business Law
- Performance Management
- Strategic Management
- Topics In International Finance
Elective
- Leadership Essentials
- International Contracts
Semester II
Core
- Business English
- International Business Research
- International Financial Reporting Standards
- International Marketing
- Strategic Financial Management
Elective
- Financial Innovations & Alternative Investments - Team Project
- Green Finance And Investments
- Insurance Strategies In Business
- Innovations In Business Models
- International Investments
- Fintech: Finance Industry Transformation
Semester III
Core
- Multi-Generational Teams - Challenges
- Consolidated Financial Statements
- Corporate Governance
- Corporate Management With Information System
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Dissertation
- Global Financial Markets
Elective
- Earnings Management
- Valuation Of Firms' Environmental Performance
Semester IV
Core
- Advanced-Data Analysis
- Corporate Tax Management
- Dissertation And Placement
- International Issues In Financial Accounting
- Financial Risk Management
Program Outcome
Competences after graduation
A graduate has knowledge and skills in the fields of:
- strategic management of the company's finances;
- economic and legal basis for the functioning of enterprises on the international market;
- strategic management, marketing, and human resources management;
- financial risk assessment and management;
- financial reporting and auditing;
- consolidation of financial statements;
- methodology of conducting economic and financial analyzes;
- taxes in international terms;
- IT tools use for effective analysis of financial data;
- team-building, teamwork, assignments and projects;
- general English and ESP language skills in economics, finance, and business.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Accreditations and Internships
The program includes a 1-month compulsory internship in a Polish or foreign company during the last semester. The companies in which the students have completed their internships:
- Allianz Technology SE (Germany);
- EprojectConsult (Italy);
- ING Solution Investment Managment (Luxemburg);
- ArcelorMittal Business Center of Excellence Poland (Poland);
- Capgemini (Poland);
- PWC Services Delivery Center Poland Sp. z o. o. (Poland);
- Agata S.A. (Poland);
- UHY ECA Audit Sp. z o.o. Sp. k. (Poland);
- Paccor Polska Sp. z o.o. (Poland);
- Firma Usługowa AGA Agnieszka Kasińska (Poland);
- Kancelaria Rachunkowość Podatki Ewa Domagała (Poland);
- BG Bogdan Goliński (Poland);
- Biuro Rachunkowe E-Biuro - Edyta Smolik (Poland);
- PTA Audyt Sp. z o.o. (Poland);
- P.P.U.H. TREX-HAL Sp. z o.o. (Poland);
- Cyclad Sp. z o.o. (Poland).
Job opportunities after graduation
After graduation, it is possible to work as:
- middle- and top-level manager;
- financial analyst;
- budget analyst;
- financial advisor;
- accountant;
- management consultant;
- independent entrepreneur and business owner.
Examples of institutions and companies in which students can work after graduation:
- domestic and international non-financial corporations;
- domestic and international financial institutions (including banks, insurance companies, and investment funds);
- tax and accountancy offices;
- consulting companies;
- central and local governmental entities.