Course Description
The primary aim of the programme is to provide students with advanced knowledge and understanding of the main theoretical and applied concepts in accounting and finance at an advanced level; and to provide advanced instruction and practice in the conduct of empirical research in accounting and finance. Typical course units are: research methods; foundations of finance; advanced management accounting; financial reporting theory; financial statements analysis; concepts and interpretations of IS; business analysis 1 and 2; behavioural finance and market efficiency; divertive securities; corporate finance; management accounting and organizational control; accounting in an international context; financial econometrics; international finance; IS assessment and evaluation; investment analysis and portfolio management; real corporate finance; corporate governance 1 and 2; and financial management and project appraisal.

Course Fees
For entry in 2008, the tuition fees are £13,990 per annum for home/EU students. Course fees are subject to change and you are advised to check the current details with the course provider before enrolling on this course

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Assessment method
Assessment is by taught examinations, individual essays, group projects and presentations and finally by a 60 credit dissertation.

Entry Requirements
We are looking for a UK bachelor degree with first or upper second class honours (overall average 65%), or the overseas equivalent, with excellent results in accounting and finance subjects. When assessing your academic record, we take into account your grade average, position in class, references and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. We particularly welcome applications from institutions of high ranking and repute. You need to have studied or be studying a degree in accounting and/or finance. We can also consider exceptional candidates with degrees in economics or mathematics. You must have taken a significant number of courses in accounting and finance during your degree, and a major or specialisation in accounting and/or finance in your final year, with top level results in final year accounting and finance subjects. You must also demonstrate a solid background in quantitative skills, econometrics or maths.. Required to hold IELTS 7.0, with a minimum writing score of 7, or TOEFL 623 paper based with a minimum score on test of written English of 5.0 or 263 computer based.

Venue Description
Guidance and advice may be available for all aspects of student life. Facilities/Support are available for students with hearing impairment. Facilities/Support are available for students whose main language is not English. Facilities/Support are available for students with learning difficulties. Facilities/Support are available for students with restricted mobility. Facilities/Support are available for students with visual impairment.

Course Venue
University Of Manchester
Oxford Road
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M13 9PL

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