Master of Science [M.Sc] [Accountancy and Financial Management] From University of Bolton

The principal aims of the programme are to:

• Develop a Systematic understanding of the tools and techniques of strategic accounting and financial management.
• Develop in students a critical understanding of the principal research traditions and research methods used in accountancy and financial management.
• Develop a critical awareness of the principles and techniques needed for effective strategic financial decision making.
• Apply knowledge and understanding of strategic accountancy and financial management to complex issues, both systematically and creatively, to improve business performance.
• Develop an in depth knowledge of contiguous disciplines such as accounting, business ethics, social responsibility and information systems
• Develop student’s ability to apply knowledge and a critical understanding by undertaking a research project in an area of accounting or financial management in the global business context (this applies only to those students that progress beyond the Diploma/Certificate and undertake a research project as part of a Masters qualification).
• Develop in students, a comprehensive understanding of research techniques applicable to accounting and financial management which will enable students to continue on to doctoral work should they so choose
• Enhance lifelong learning and transferable skills and personal development so as to be able to work with self-direction and originality and to contribute to business, the professions and society at large.