MSc Accounting & Financial Management

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

Designed for ambitious minds ready to tackle real-world financial challenges and drive meaningful change in their careers, our one-year accounting and financial management MSc provides the advanced knowledge and practical tools needed to excel in competitive global markets. 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 fast-tracking your current trajectory or making a bold leap into the world of accounting and finance, this MSc Accounting and Financial Management programme empowers you with the analytical precision, strategic insight, and critical thinking skills demanded by today’s global business environment. You will move beyond financial theory, learning to interpret and apply it confidently through advanced financial modelling and evidence-based decision-making.

To ensure you stand out to top employers, the MSc Accounting & Financial Management degree features an exclusive year-long Careers & Employability module alongside personalised support from our dedicated MSc CareersPlus team. You can also take your learning beyond the classroom with a self-sourced three-month internship or placement, putting you at the heart of industry action and building your professional edge.

University of Warwick is ranked in the top 40 globally for Accounting and Finance studies by the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. 

Warwick Business School is accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, and is proud to hold gold level Athena Swan status. Learn more about our accreditations and rankings.

Where could an MSc Accounting & Financial Management take your career?

An Accounting and Financial Management MSc can open up a range of career paths across accounting, finance, professional services and wider business.

The programme’s dedicated Careers & Employability module and MSc CareersPlus & Employer Relations team are designed to help you identify career opportunities, develop your professional skills and prepare for the graduate recruitment process.

Potential career directions may include roles in areas such as:

• Financial analysis
• Accounting
• Audit
• Corporate finance
• Investment banking
• Business analysis
• Financial management
• Data analysis
• Financial business partnering

Your three-month self-sourced internship or placement can also allow you to gain relevant industry experience before graduation.

Our graduates typically work across the finance, professional services, consulting, and technology sectors, securing roles with top global employers such as Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan, PwC, EY, and KPMG. Learn more about the journeys our alumni have taken in our MSc Employment Report.

Visit our careers page to discover where this course could take you.

 

Why study MSc Accounting & Financial Management with us?

Designed to prepare you for a successful career in accounting and financial management, this MSc Accounting and Financial Management course combines academic knowledge with practical, career-focused learning.

• A comprehensive year-long Careers & Employability module designed to enhance your professional skills and marketability
• Gain practical, hands-on experience applying accounting and financial management concepts to business scenarios
• Develop the ability to interpret complex financial data, utilising advanced financial modelling and present your insights with confidence
• Critically evaluate theories and deduce solutions applicable to real workplace situations
• Break the experience barrier with an opportunity for a self-sourced three-month internship or placement to gain valuable industry experience
• Benefit from potential ACCA exemptions, giving you a highly sought-after head start on your professional accounting qualifications
• University of Warwick is ranked among the UK's top 10 institutions in the QS World University Rankings 2027.

What will I learn on this Accounting and Financial Management MSc?

This Master's degree will help you develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to understand accounting information, analyse financial problems and make informed business decisions. You’ll explore accounting and financial management through real-world business scenarios while developing your analytical and critical thinking skills.

You will:

• Develop your understanding of accounting and financial management and how they influence business decision-making through core modules such as Financial Accounting and Reporting, and Strategic Management Accounting
• Learn to interpret and analyse complex financial data, understand Corporate Finance, and communicate your findings with confidence
• Develop practical analytical skills that can be applied to real-world financial challenges, including Risk Management and Governance
• Explore financial management and accounting concepts and critically evaluate how they are applied in organisations, with a strong focus on Ethics and Sustainability
• Develop your ability to make evidence-based financial decisions and tailor your learning to your career goals through a range of optional modules
• Consolidate your learning in your final term by choosing to complete either a Dissertation or self-sourced Internship
• Build your professional skills through a dedicated year-long Careers & Employability module
• Apply your learning beyond the classroom through the opportunity to undertake a self-sourced three-month internship or placement.

Read more about our core and optional modules on our MSc Accounting & Financial Management programme structure page.

Who is the MSc Accounting & Financial Management for?

This programme is designed for ambitious students looking to develop their knowledge of accounting and financial management and prepare for careers in finance, accounting and related areas.

It can suit graduates who want to deepen their understanding of accounting and finance, as well as those looking to develop practical analytical and financial management skills that can be applied across different business environments.

If you are currently evaluating different Master's in accounting and finance programmes, it is important to look beyond the degree title. Our course is designed to stand out, offering a powerful combination of rigorous core modules, hands-on practical opportunities, and exceptional careers support to ensure you are fully prepared for the competitive global job market.

MSc Accounting & Financial Management entry requirements

To earn a place on the MSc Accounting & Financial Management at Warwick Business School, you’ll need to demonstrate strong academic potential and a keen interest in the world of finance and accounting. We are looking for ambitious individuals who are ready to tackle real-world financial challenges.

You will need:

• A 2:1 undergraduate degree from a UK university (or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution).
• Strong quantitative skills will be advantageous.

This is a generalist Master’s programme, meaning we welcome applicants from a wide variety of academic disciplines. You do not need a prior degree in business, finance, or accounting to apply. Please note that we do not require a GMAT or GRE score.

Read more about our full MSc Accounting & Financial Management entry requirements and how to apply.

Course tuition fees

2027 entry

UK fees: £35,600

EU/International fees: £44,500

Your tuition fee covers registration, tuition, examinations and re-sits, and your graduation ceremony. To secure your place on the course, you must pay a £3,000 deposit with us within four weeks of receiving your offer.

Because we know funding postgraduate study is a significant commitment, we offer a range of scholarships and guidance on securing postgraduate loans. See our MSc Accounting & Financial Management fees and funding information for a full breakdown of tuition fees and available funding opportunities.

How to apply for our MSc Accounting & Financial Management

Applying for the MSc Accounting & Financial Management is completed through the University of Warwick’s online application form. We recommend applying early because places are competitive, particularly for international applicants who may also need time to arrange their visa.

You’ll need to provide a current CV, your undergraduate transcript, one academic or professional reference and a personal statement.

Your personal statement is your opportunity to explain why you’ve chosen MSc Accounting & Financial Management, how the course fits your career ambitions and what you could contribute to the WBS community.

There is a non-refundable application fee of £75. For a complete overview of the application process, including supporting documents and key deadlines, visit our How to Apply page.