Accounting and Business

The University of Edinburgh
Undergraduate MA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Business and management studiesAccounting and financeEconomicsFinance

A-Level Entry

A*AA

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

About this course

This programme combines the study of accounting and business to prepare you for the social, political, environmental and cultural challenges facing contemporary businesses, governments and not-for-profit organisations.

Taught by world-leading industry professionals and researchers, you will develop personal and professional competencies such as:

* authentic leadership

* ethical, responsible, sustainable business behaviour

* entrepreneurial practice

* effective communication

This will enable you to work across a range of roles in contemporary business including:

* accountancy and finance

* strategy

* marketing

* human resource management

* data analytics

* entrepreneurship and innovation

Accounting

Accountancy is the fastest-growing area of business activity. The ability to measure financial information and make projections affects economic and organisational decision-making at all levels.

Financial accountants report on the performance of an organisation, while management accountants provide financial information to help with planning and strategy.

Environment for learning

We offer a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow and develop. Our Student Experience Team offers an extensive range of personal and professional services to support you on your undergraduate journey.

We provide a variety of opportunities for you to engage in co- and extra-curricular activities. Our dedicated Student Development Team can help you develop a range of essential business graduate competencies.

Further development opportunities

You may take undergraduate Edinburgh Awards supported by an alumni professional mentor and trained coaches:

* Personal and Professional Development (Year 2)

* Effective and Responsible Leadership (Year 3 or 4)

You can also participate in a large number of business societies, business events and peer-support schemes.

This degree offers the opportunity to study abroad in Year 3.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades A*AA
Scottish Higher AAAAA

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

7220 Customer service supervisors
1132 Marketing, sales and advertising directors
2431 Management consultants and business analysts
1150 Managers and directors in retail and wholesale
2432 Marketing and commercial managers
1259 Managers and proprietors in other services

Course Details

Qualification
Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Business and management studies, Accounting and finance, Economics, Finance
Avg. Graduate Salary
£27,000