Overview

• Subject:
  Accounting & Finance
• Subject-category:
  Accounting and Finance
• Duration:
  1 year
• Course Level:
  Postgraduate
• Tution Fees:
  €9100
• Intakes:
  Jan/feb, Sep/Aug,

University Details

Founded in 1975, Dublin Business School specialises in the provision of career-focused education. The school has evolved over the years, expanding their offerings to meet the demand of various sectors. The extensive suite of programs include: business, finance, law, computing, media, arts, psychology and social science. 

DBS works closely with industry and professional bodies to ensure quality and relevance of material, and employability of graduates, to drive meaningful and impactful careers. 

Why Dublin Business School?

• Location: Dublin Business School is truly in the heart of Dublin city, a mere two minute walk from St. Stephens Green, the Laus and all main bus routes. The educational sites in the prime city centre locations of Aungier street and George's street are within a few minutes walking distance of each other and provide students with access to all of the infrastructure capabilities of a vibrant modern capital city.
• Internationally Recognised Education Experience: Over the last 47 years, Dublin Business School has established a considerable international reputation for the quality of programmes. This recognition has been achieved both at government level and on an individual student basis. Dublin Business School has created a unique learning environment with students from over 70 countries participating in its programmes.
• Commitment to World Class Teaching: As an institution, Dublin Business School focuses their main research activity on the constant improvement of the learning experience of their students. Also, all of their programmes have been designed and developed in collaboration with industry and the professional bodies so that on graduation in addition to their academic qualifications, students will have the skills and knowledge for a successful career.
• Student Centred Approach: At Dublin Business School, they take a holistic view of college life. Academia should be integrated with a stimulating social scene. The work/study balance is something that Dublin Business School regards as being important. Accordingly they organise, through their dedicated student services department, a range of social, sports and developmental activities for students.

English Requirement

General Requirement

The minimum entry requirements for the Master of Science in International Accounting & Finance are: 

• A Level 8 primary undergraduate honours degree with a minimum Second-Class Second Division classification (2.2) from a recognised third level institution in a cognate area who wish to specialise in the field of accountancy and finance.  Cognate subjects include general business, accountancy and finance related degree, or

• A Level 8 primary undergraduate honours degree with a minimum Second-Class Second Division classification (2.2) from a recognised third level institution in a non-cognate area but holds 3-5 years professional experience in a related field and who require a qualification in this area in order to progress professionally, or

• An equivalent professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA.

• For applicants whose first language is not English and who have not previously undertaken a degree taught through English, evidence must be provided of proficiency in English language equivalent to B2+ or above on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). This must be evidenced through a recognised English Language test such as IELTS, Cambridge Certificate, PTE or DBS English Assessment. Test certificates should be dated within the last two years to be considered valid.
  

Course Specification

The MSc in International Accounting & Finance covers essential modules including Financial Markets, Quantitative Modelling, International and Advanced Reporting, Corporate Governance & Ethics, Strategic Performance, Treasury and Risk Management, and Advanced Financial Management. Supported by Research Methods and a Dissertation, the programme develops expertise for global accounting and finance careers.