Accounting & Financial Management (MSc) (2025 Entry)

Acounting with Financial Management students at the University of Warwick

Course code

P-NN00

Start date

23 September 2025

Duration

1 year full-time

Qualification

MSc

Led by

Warwick Business School

Location

University of Warwick

Course code

P-NN00

Start date

23 September 2025

Duration

1 year full-time

Qualification

MSc

Led by

Warwick Business School

Location

University of Warwick

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Find out more about our Accounting & Financial Management taught Master's degree at Warwick

Set yourself apart from the competition in your career as you discover how to apply accounting and financial theory into practice with our MSc Accounting & Financial Management.

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Course overview

Master the art of analysing and resolving real-world challenges in accounting and financial management while developing the critical skills to propel your career forward.

Whether you’re looking to accelerate your current career path or pivot into the world of accounting and finance, this course will equip you with the tools and knowledge to excel in today’s dynamic business landscape. You’ll broaden your knowledge on the application of accounting and finance, and be able to present, explain and interpret theoretical concepts. You will then critically evaluate these theories on the basis of evidence, deducing conclusions applicable to situations you may encounter in the workplace.

Our exclusive year-long Careers & Employability module dedicates valuable curriculum time to hone the critical skills that employers demand. You’ll dive deep into the dynamic world of accounting and financial management, exploring a myriad of exciting career paths. Take your learning beyond the classroom with our standout feature: a self-sourced three-month placement or internship that puts you at the heart of industry action. This innovative, immersive approach ensures you're not just studying, but continuously building your professional edge throughout the entire course.

Our dedicated Careers team provides personalised support throughout your journey, ensuring you're well-prepared to seize exciting career opportunities upon graduation. With this course, you're not just earning a degree – you're crafting a launchpad for an exceptional career.

Key benefits

A comprehensive year-long Careers & Employability module designed to enhance your professional skills and marketability
Gain practical, hands-on experience applying accounting and finance concepts to business scenarios
Develop the ability to interpret complex financial data and present your insights with confidence
Critically evaluate theories and deduce solutions applicable to real workplace situations
Opportunity for a self-sourced three-month internship or placement to gain valuable industry experience.

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Entry requirements

General entry requirements

Minimum requirements

2.1 achieved at Undergraduate level
We do not require a GMAT or GRE score, this will not be considered as part of your application or affect your outcome.

English language requirements

You can find out more about our English language requirementsLink opens in a new window. This course requires the following:

Band B
IELTS overall score of 7.0, minimum component scores of two at 6.0/6.5 and the rest at 7.0 or above.

International qualifications

We welcome applications from students with other internationally recognised qualifications.

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Additional requirements

There are no additional entry requirements for this course.

Modules

Core modules

Core Modules

Foundations of Financial Management
Advanced Financial Management
Data Analytics
Accounting and Financial Management in Practice
Governance and Stakeholder Engagement
Accounting and Financial Management Careers and Employability
Management Accounting for Decision Making
Analysing Value Creation
Dissertation or self-sourced Internship.

Optional modules

Optional modules can vary from year to year. Example optional modules may include:

FinTech: Digital Currencies and Decentralised Finance
Behavioural Finance
Alternative Investments
Sustainability Reporting
Financial Accounting: Theory and Context
Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Control.

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Teaching and learning

Teaching

To complete your degree, you will have the option to choose between the Dissertation or self-sourced Internship:

Dissertation route

This dissertation route offers the opportunity to synthesise, apply and extend your knowledge gained during the course, with a 6,000 word final dissertation.

Internship route

You can organise a self-sourced internship over 6 to 12 weeks, after all other modules are completed. You'll conduct a critical evaluation of your experience during your placement, reflecting on challenges, development and skill acquisition.

Typical contact hours

Students on this MSc will typically receive between 27 and 30 contact hours per module, via a mixture of virtual and in-person support.

Assessment

Assessment on the course will be comprised of a mix of exams, individual and group work, and tests.

Your timetable

Your personalised timetable will be complete when you are registered for all modules, core and optional, and you have been allocated to your lectures, seminars and other small group classes. Your core modules will be registered for you, and you will be able to choose your optional modules when you join us.

There may be events taking place in the evenings. Classes may run up to 7pm, and other events, such as careers presentations may take place later or on weekends. Occasionally, classes and exams may be held on weekends. We will notify you in advance if this is the case.

This is a full-time course, so there are no holidays as such. However, the two weeks covering Christmas and New Year are guaranteed to be free from lectures. There may also be weeks free over the Easter period (check with your programme team). Resit exams may take place outside of standard teaching periods.

Reading lists

If you would like to view reading lists for current or previous cohorts of students, most departments have reading lists available through Warwick Library on the Talis Aspire platform.

You can search for reading lists by module title, code or convenor. Please see the modules tab of this page or the module catalogue.

Please note that some reading lists may have restricted access or be unavailable at certain times of year due to not yet being published. If you cannot access the reading list for a particular module, please check again later or contact the module’s host department.

Careers

Helping you find the right career

We have our own dedicated careers team at Warwick Business School called WBS CareersPlus. You will have access to one-to-one career guidance appointments, CV checks and tailored mock interviews.

Personalised support

The WBS CareersPlus team will support you and help you to understand yourself and your strengths. They can help you to identify possible career paths, and to set and achieve your career ambitions. This helps to boost your employability and helps you prepare for your career.

You can take advantage of personalised careers coaching and advice. Our one to one careers appointments can help you if you have a question about writing applications, wish to explore your career options, or need to prepare for interviews and assessment centres.

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About the Department

Warwick Business School

If you’re interested in the bigger picture, comfortable challenging assumptions and want a degree that will open doors, then WBS is the place for you. We will give you the foundation for change and prepare you for your future career. Are you ready to make your mark in the world of business?

Find out more about us on our website.

The vision of WBS is to be Europe’s leading University-based Business School, developing transformational ideas and people that shape how we do business. We recognise that rankings are one way to profile our progress towards fulfilling this vision, and are proud to participate in the major global business education rankings.

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Tuition fees

Tuition fees are payable for each year of your course at the start of the academic year, or at the start of your course, if later. Academic fees cover the cost of tuition, examinations and registration and some student amenities.

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Fee Status Guidance

We carry out an initial fee status assessment based on the information you provide in your application. Students will be classified as Home or Overseas fee status. Your fee status determines tuition fees, and what financial support and scholarships may be available. If you receive an offer, your fee status will be clearly stated alongside the tuition fee information.

Do you need your fee classification to be reviewed?

If you believe that your fee status has been classified incorrectly, you can complete a fee status assessment questionnaire. Please follow the instructions in your offer information and provide the documents needed to reassess your status.

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Additional course costs

As well as tuition fees and living expenses, some courses may require you to cover the cost of field trips or costs associated with travel abroad.

For departmental specific costs, please see the Modules tab on the course web page for the list of core and optional core modules with hyperlinks to our Module Catalogue (please visit the Department’s website if the Module Catalogue hyperlinks are not provided).

Associated costs can be found on the Study tab for each module listed in the Module Catalogue (please note most of the module content applies to 2024/25 year of study). Information about module department specific costs should be considered in conjunction with the more general costs below:

Core text books
Printer credits
Dissertation binding
Robe hire for your degree ceremony

Scholarships and funding

Scholarships and bursaries

Scholarships and financial support

Find out about the different funding routes available, including; postgraduate loans, scholarships, fee awards and academic department bursaries.

Living costs

Find out more about the cost of living as a postgraduate student at the University of Warwick.

Department specific funding and support

Find out more about the various funding opportunities that are available in our department.

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How to apply

Applications are now open for courses that start in September and October 2025.

Applications will close on 2 August 2025 for students who require a visa to study in the UK, to allow time to receive a CAS and complete the visa application process.

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We understand how important it is to visit and explore your future university before you apply. That's why we have put together a range of online and in-person options to help you discover more about your course, visit campus, and get a sense of postgraduate life at Warwick. Our events offer includes:

Warwick hosted events
Postgraduate Fairs
Live chats
Talk and Tours
Department events

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Our hosted events run throughout the year, with a mixture of virtual and in-person sessions. These events are a great way to learn more about our courses and departments, chat to current students and staff, and find out more information about accommodation, careers, and how to apply.

Postgraduate Fairs

Throughout the year we attend exhibitions and fairs online and in-person around the UK. These events give you the chance to explore our range of postgraduate courses, and find out what it’s like studying at Warwick. You’ll also be able to speak directly with our student recruitment team, who will be able to help answer your questions.

Live chats

Join a live chat with our staff and students, who are here to answer your questions and help you learn more about postgraduate life at Warwick. You can join our general drop-in sessions or talk to your prospective department and student services.

Warwick Talk and Tours

A Warwick talk and tour lasts around two hours and consists of an overview presentation from one of our Recruitment Officers covering the key features, facilities and activities that make Warwick a leading institution. The talk is followed by a campus tour which is the perfect way to view campus, with a current student guiding you around the key areas on campus.

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