Accounting and Financial Analysis

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At a time of global concern with international financial and accounting issues, including the so-called 'credit crunch' and associated problems with liquidity and solvency, it is vital that managers are aware of accounting and financial standards and their application.

Our course will enable you to follow an academically rigorous course of study in the area of accounting and financial analysis, whilst giving due consideration to the environment in which practitioners must operate.

The tutor team involved in the development and delivery of our course are closely linked with the accountancy profession and include authors, examiners and markers for the international bodies.

On successful completion of our course you should be able to comment critically, and with some insight, on a range of accounting and financial problems and issues. You will also be able to work independently or as a member of a group: able to identify problems, evaluate possible solutions, and work to implement suitable changes.

Additional course information
Our course aims to:

* provide you with a general foundation for subsequent practice as an accountant or financial manager in a large, possibly international, organisation
* stimulate, and offer the opportunity to develop, a critical perspective of current developments in a range of accounting and financial issues.

Our Postgraduate Diploma and Masters awards:

* provide an opportunity for detailed research
* enable the development of analytical and research skills.

Our Masters award produces appropriately skilled accounting and financial experts.

Module guide
Core modules: PG Cert

* Accounting Through Audit
* Decision Making and Problem Solving
* Strategic Financial Analysis

Core modules: PG Dip

* International Accounting
* Strategic Management Accounting
* Research Methods for Managers

Core modules: MSc Postgraduate Project Optional modules

* International Financial Markets
* International Business Environment
* International Corporate Finance
* Venture Capital and Private Equity
* Management Theory into Management Practice: Global Perspectives
* Finance for Non-Financial Managers

Assessment
Assessment is through exercises, written assignments, presentations, examinations or any combination of these. Assessments can be completed either as part of a group or on an individual basis.
A highly participative approach to teaching and learning is adopted, with considerable use of discussions, group work, case studies and presentations. You will also be expected to supplement each formal taught hour with three hours of self-managed study and learning, under general guidance from your module tutor.

Candidates will normally be expected to hold a degree in a relevant discipline. Usually this will be at a minimum of lower second-class honours. Holders of other awards, including those from non-UK universities will be considered on the equivalence of their qualifications. Requests for admission via APEL will be managed via usual University procedures. We welcome applications from International and EU Candidates.Those candidates for whom English is not a first language will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 60 (Grade C) TOEFL paper-based test score : 600 TOEFL iBT® test: 100 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.