Program Overview

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Master of Science (MSc) International Accounting & Finance

Overview

The Master of Science in International Accounting and Finance is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time programme designed to appeal to graduates seeking to gain exposure to data-driven financial decision-making roles. The programme focuses on practical skills in core areas such as the role of capital markets, quantitative financial modelling, treasury risk management, international financial reporting, and advanced financial management.

Aims and Objectives

• Enable learners to develop in-depth knowledge and analytical skills in current and evolving disciplines of international finance and accounting.
• Provide learners with a systematic knowledge of the organisational and regulatory context of international accounting and finance.
• Facilitate the learners’ development and application of skills and attributes that are complementary and relevant to the contemporary workplace.
• Identify and develop autonomous learning skills for the learner.
• Develop in the learner a contextual understanding of evolving financial and economic trends and technologies.
• Enable the learner to identify, develop and apply detailed analytical, creative, problem-solving and research skills.
• Provide the learner with a comprehensive platform for career development, innovation and further study.

Delivery

This programme is taught on a hybrid basis, with learners timetabled either in-class or online, in a mix of online and in-class days.

Entry Requirements

• A Level 8 primary undergraduate honours degree with a minimum Second-Class Second Division classification (2.2) from a recognised third-level institution in a cognate area.
• A Level 8 primary undergraduate honours degree with a minimum Second-Class Second Division classification (2.2) from a recognised third-level institution in a non-cognate area but holds 3-5 years professional experience in a related field.
• An equivalent professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA.
• For applicants whose first language is not English and who have not previously undertaken a degree taught through English, evidence must be provided of proficiency in English language equivalent to B2+ or above on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).

Course Content

Core Modules

• Principles of Financial Markets
• Quantitative Financial Modelling
• International Financial Reporting
• Corporate Governance & Ethics
• Advanced Financial Management
• Treasury and Risk Management
• Advanced International Financial Reporting
• Strategic Performance Management
• Research Methods
• Dissertation/Applied Research Project

Assessment Methods

The programme teaching and learning strategy is designed to allow the learner to progress through the theoretical and practical concepts in an orderly and logical fashion. The assessment strategy is planned to ensure practical application of the core principles of the module and facilitates feedback, which underpins the overall learning experience.

Structure

The programme contains a wide range of formative and summative assessments including individual and group work, projects, presentations, case studies and examinations.

Full-time

For full-time students, the taught component consists of 10 modules. Successful completion of the taught component stage allows you to move on to the dissertation stage.

Part-time

For part-time students, delivery of the programme is structured over 4 taught semesters. During each semester, students are typically required to attend lectures on two evenings per week and occasional weekend workshops.

Career Opportunities

Employers have given the following job titles by way of example:

• Accountant
• Financial Analyst
• Portfolio Manager
• Business Analyst
• Business Intelligence
• Consultants
• Private Equity Analyst (VC)
• Fintech Entrepreneur and/or Innovator

Fees

The course fees for the next academic year are €9,100 full-time, €5,600 p.a. part-time.

Improve your employability

All of our postgraduate courses offer strong links with industry and the professional world and often carry accreditation from professional bodies. By choosing to study at postgraduate level, not only do you gain valuable skills and experience but you also demonstrate your determination to succeed in a chosen career.

Get your foot on the career ladder

A large number of our postgraduate programmes include a work placement option, giving you the opportunity to gain vocational experience, make valuable contacts and gain transferable skills.

Gain skills for success

During your undergraduate degree you will have developed a strong foundation of transferable skills. Postgraduate study will build on this base, giving you the opportunity to put these highly valuable skills in to practice.

Next Steps

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EU Applicants

Applicants should complete the appropriate application form and return it to the Postgraduate Admissions Office along with the following documentation:

• Academic Transcripts (Original & Official English Translation where issued in another language)
• Proof of Identification (Birth Certificate, Drivers Licence or Passport)
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Proof of English (i.e. IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent) where full-time study has been conducted in a language other than English or applicants whose first language is not English
• Academic/Business References - Ideally one Academic & one Business

International Students/ Non EU Applicants

Applicants should complete the appropriate application form and return it to the Postgraduate Admissions Office along with the following documentation:

• Academic documents
• Academic transcripts
• Proof of English (i.e. IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent)
• A Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of your passport

Awarding Body

Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI)

Award

Masters Degree

NFQ Level

Level 9

Award Title

Master of Science in International Accounting & Finance

Award Type

Major

Duration

• Full-time: 1 Year
• Part-time: 2 Years

Next Intake

September 2025