MSc Accounting and Finance with CIMA
This master ’ s degree has been developed in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants ( CIMA ) and offers the opportunity for students to obtain in one year a master ’ s degree , a prestigious professional qualification ( CIMA Advanced
Diploma in Management Accounting ) and the maximum 11 exemptions from CIMA ’ s certificate , operational and management level examinations .
The aim of the course is to provide students with both the necessary technical skills expected of a part-qualified accountant and the critical analysis skills expected of a master ’ s degree graduate .
This course will appeal to those who already have a background in accounting and finance and want to gain a master ’ s qualification and an accelerated route to chartered status . It will also appeal to people who are looking for a career change .
Students graduating with the MSc will have expertise in the key areas of financial reporting , management accounting and corporate finance and will also have critical awareness of how these areas contribute to a company ’ s strategic management . Additionally , you will develop your employability skills such as teamwork , leadership and oral communication skills .
As a student on this course , you have access to our on-campus Business Gateway and Business Innovation Zone ( BIZ ). This provides business incubation space for student / graduate-led start-up companies with access to : desk space , a QMU business address , meeting facilities , Business Gateway support and advice , a profile for your company on the QMU website , support with marketing materials , and access to entrepreneurial networks within QMU and other universities , for example , Enterprise Campus , Scottish Institute for Enterprise , Sporting Chance and Converge Challenge .
Structure
You can opt to study for the full MSc or a PgDip . You can also register as an associate student to complete a single module for CPD . On completion of a single module , you may wish to complete further modules and progress your studies to a named award .
Teaching , learning and assessment
Teaching comprises a combination of lectures , seminars , guest speakers , tutorials , case studies , software demonstrations , field trips and projects . Independent learning is also important , allowing you to prepare for classes and develop your research skills . Additionally , you will carry out a dissertation or a Business Consultancy in Practice project . Your performance on the course will be assessed by essays , reports , reflective logs , exams , presentations and a dissertation .
Teaching hours and attendance
Each module will require you to attend classes and carry out independent work . Most modules consist of two to three hours of class time each week of the semester .
Industry links , accreditation and professional registration
The course has been designed in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants ( CIMA ), the world ’ s leading and largest professional body of management accountants , and offers the maximum number of exemptions from CIMA ’ s professional examinations .
Modules
Financial Reporting ( 20 credits )/ Accounting for Managers ( 20 credits )/ Advanced Management Accounting ( 20 credits )/ Fundamentals of Corporate Finance ( 20 credits )/ Research Methods ( 20 credits )/ Strategy and Leadership ( 20 credits )/ Accounting or Finance Dissertation ( 60 credits )
The modules listed are correct at time of publication ( November 2021 ) but are subject to change . In the event that modules change , QMU will seek to use reasonable endeavours to ensure that there is no detrimental impact on students .
Careers
We expect our graduates to find employment in businesses , financial services , public sector organisations , consultancy practices and accountancy firms . Example job titles include : Accountant , Finance Manager , Finance Director , Investment Analyst , Risk Manager , Finance Planning Analyst , Wealth Manager . Additionally , students can start up their own businesses during the course with support from the University .
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