Program Overview
The Accounting at The University of Manchester is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Accounting programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Accounting programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Corporate Financial Reporting
- Quantitative Research Methods in Accounting
- Assurance and Credible Corporate Reporting
- International Accounting Practice and Regulation
- Issues in Critical Accounting Research
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Accounting and Society
- Corporate Governance in an Accounting Context
- Elements of Market-Based Accounting Research
- Financial Statement Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
We normally look for a First or Upper Second class honours (2:1) degree from a UK university or the overseas equivalent.
- You need a degree in accounting or overseas equivalent. Excellent results in accounting subjects are preferable, although a relevant and advanced UK professional accounting qualification (or overseas equivalent) will also be considered
- We also consider applicants studying degrees in business administration, business management or commerce or economics. Due to competition for places, we give preference to applicants with an undergraduate degree in accounting
- You need to demonstrate a very strong background in accounting throughout your degree, and a final year major or specialisation in accounting will also be considered.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Manchester directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The University of Manchester
The University of Manchester
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University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
