Program Overview

Overview

The DCU MSc in International Accounting and Business is the leading graduate programme of its kind in Ireland, an innovative partnership of accounting and business which is informed and shaped by the needs of the professionals of tomorrow.

Duration

12 Months

Fees

• €11,600 (EU)
• €19,500 (Non-EU)

Start Date

September 2025

Application

Accepting Applications

Course Overview

The programme is designed for graduates to combine study for a Master’s degree while gaining business knowledge and skills, and exemptions from professional accounting examinations at the same time. This course is a perfect opportunity for graduates of non-business undergraduate degrees to convert to accounting.

Professional Exemptions

• ACCA: 6 subjects at Foundation stage F1 – Accountant in Business F2 – Management Accounting F3 – Financial Accounting F5 – Performance Management F7 – Financial Reporting F9 – Financial Management with ACCA
• 3 subjects at CAP1 stage Finance Financial Accounting Management Accounting with Chartered Accountants Ireland

Programme Aims

The programme aims to foster the student’s ability to provide professional solutions based on a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between the various elements of accounting and business.

Modules

• International Financial Accounting Principles
• International Financial Reporting
• Mgmt Accounting: Costing Planning & Control
• Mgmt Accounting: Decision Making & Performance
• Financial Management
• Data Analytics for Accounting and Business
• Global Management Challenges
• Building Sustainable Organisations

Why DCU Business School

• DCU Business School is accredited by AACSB, a standard reached by only 5% of business schools worldwide reflecting its established international reputation for high quality graduates.
• We have an excellent reputation with the accounting profession and other business recruiters meaning our graduates are highly sought after in the job market both at home and abroad.

Career Prospects

• Interdisciplinary Approach – Graduates of the MSc in International Accounting and Business will have a strong combination of technical accounting and general business skills.
• Professional Exemptions – Graduates will be attractive to leading international accounting firms as they can achieve generous exemptions from the globally recognised Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Chartered Accountants Ireland.
• High Level of Employability – Graduates will also be attractive to national and international employers seeking to recruit graduates who can make significant contributions to discussions and decisions that have a financial dimension, even when these graduates are employed in roles other than accounting.

Entry Requirements

• A 2.1 Honours degree in any discipline, or equivalent international qualification
• Applicants who have achieved a 2.2 Honours degree may still obtain a place.
• Applicants with relevant professional qualifications and/or at least 5 years of appropriate work experience may also be considered for admission to the programme.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applicants are required to submit a cover letter along with their application under the Transcripts section of the portal, affirming their intent to apply for RPL.
• International candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language.

Application Deadlines

• Closing date for EU applicants is 30th August 2025.
• Closing date for Non-EU applicants is 1st July 2025.

Commencement of Programme

The programme commences in September 2025.