Overview

finance

Please note the course details apply to 2026 entry.

The MSc in Accounting, Accountability & Financial Management at King’s Business School is an innovative course designed to provide you with an advanced understanding of the economic, technical and institutional foundations of accounting and financial management. You will also gain an appreciation of the importance of accountability and information, corporate governance, financial management and valuation and ethics in global financial markets.

Key benefits

  • Located in the heart of London, giving you unparalleled access to research facilities.
  • You will be taught by staff who are recognised leaders in their fields, and study innovative modules in a range of disciplines.
  • You will develop skills in the appropriate use and application of quantitative and qualitative methods.
  • You will experience excellent tutorial support, extensive teaching and regular discussions.
  • King’s Business School has forged close links with external industry organisations and regular speakers who will provide you with insights, and up-to-the-minute knowledge of the subject area.
  • Apply for King's Business School scholarships of up to 50% tuition fees or £10,000 for our full-time postgraduate courses.
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Working alongside a dedicated careers team, with access to the exclusive Career’s Impact Programme and networking events allows students to be fully prepared for the world of work in this industry.
Ahsan Rasheed
Ahsan, MSc Accounting, Accountability & Financial ManagementKing's Business School student

Course essentials

The Accounting, Accountability & Financial Management MSc is a multidisciplinary programme designed to develop your accounting and financial management skills and provide you with the capabilities required for global business success. You will study Financial Reporting and Analysis, Financial Management, and Management Accounting and Control. You will also choose additional topics to explore, such as Financial Statement Analysis, Behavioural Finance, or Corporate Governance and Accountability, allowing you to tailor your course to your needs.

The course is made up of optional and required modules.

Course aims

  • Understand the theoretical foundations of accounting, accountability and financial management.
  • Apply technical accounting and financial management techniques to a variety of scenarios.
  • Learn the internal workings of financial institutions and accounting firms and their inter-relationships.
  • Understand the importance of accounting and financial management for businesses and financial institutions.
  • Explore the need for accounting, accountability and financial management to incorporate corporate governance, social responsibility, the needs of a broad group of stakeholders and ethical considerations. 

Key Information

Course type:

Master's

Delivery mode:

In person

Study mode:

Full time

Duration:

One year full-time, September to September

Credit value:

UK 180 / ECTS 90

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026

Administrative bodies

Regulating body

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