MSc Professional Accounting

The MSc Professional Accounting equips you with the advanced technical knowledge, analytical capability and ethical judgement required for a successful career in the global accountancy profession. Designed for graduates from a range of academic backgrounds, this programme provides a rigorous academic foundation alongside the professional skills sought by employers worldwide. You will study core areas such as financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, audit and assurance, and financial management, developing your understanding of how accounting information informs strategic organisational decisions. Throughout the programme, you will be encouraged to apply professional scepticism, critically evaluate financial information, and engage in structured evidence-based reasoning. What you’ll learn The MSc Professional Accounting focuses on: Advanced accounting principles, standards and frameworks Critical evaluation of financial information Ethical and professional judgement in accounting practice Quantitative and qualitative data analysis for decision‑making Regulatory, governance and compliance requirements Effective communication of complex financial information Successful completion of the MSc provides graduates with a qualification recognised internationally, supporting progression into professional accreditation and opening opportunities across sectors, industries and countries.

You will need: Home International Qualification requirements Show all sections Undergraduate degree A minimum 2:1 honours degree in a range of subjects from a recognised university or equivalent awarding institution. Range of subjects could include Business related subjects including economics and finance, engineering, mathematics, history, geography. Candidates applying need to be confident in their numerical ability. Candidates also need to be confident in their ability to complete heavily weighted closed book examinations as the main assessment type across the majority of modules. Alternative qualifications considered An award which the university has agreed to accept as equivalent to a degree. Candidates may qualify for entry to the programme on the basis of considerable work experience, normally comprising of at least three years at managerial or equivalent level, which would be subject to scrutiny by the programme team. Further information RPL RPL is accepted on the programme. RPL decisions will comply with LJMUs RPL policy regulations and processes. International requirements Show all sections IELTS IELTS score of 6.5 with no component less than 5.5 or equivalent View country specific entry requirements Other international requirements Please note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check via ECCTIS. View country specific entry requirements Further information is also available from our international web pages. Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme.

IELTS IELTS score of 6.5 with no component less than 5.5 or equivalent View country specific entry requirements Other international requirements

International students: £9,450 per year

UK students: £9,450 per year

UK/Home: £9,450 per year

International: £9,450 per year

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• Liverpool John Moores University, Mount Pleasant Campus, Liverpool, United Kingdom