1-Term Pathway - Accelerated Pre-Masters - Continue to Master of Science - International Accounting and Finance

This program consists of a pathway program offered by StudyGroup at the International Study Centre for the University of Strathclyde followed by entry into a university program offered at the University of Strathclyde. Advancement into the intended program depends upon the successful completion of the pathway program. The programme is for graduates looking to broaden their previous study of accounting or for those already working in accounting or finance.

The course gives students an international perspective on the theory and practice of accounting. They will study financial management and securities markets. There is a particular focus on the move towards harmonisation with international accounting standards and the impact of leading standard-setting authorities.

The programme provides students with

• an international perspective on accounting theories of income and value • critical awareness of international accounting standards and their implementation • sound understanding of financial theory and analysis • appreciation of the nature and functioning of financial markets and institutions • ability to apply analytical techniques in practice.

Study at Strathclyde

• gain awareness of international accounting standards • study financial management and security markets • learn to apply analytical techniques in practice • for graduates looking to broaden their previous study of accounting or for those already working in accounting or finance

Careers This course is suitable for those intending to develop their careers in finance, broadly defined as: • corporate finance • security analysis • portfolio management • options and futures • treasury management • the functioning of financial institutions and markets • financial decision-taking in the public sector