Accounting, Finance & Data Analytics

The programme is for graduates looking to broaden their previous study of accounting or for those already working in accounting.

The course provides you with an advanced understanding of the theory and practice of accounting and the latest technological innovations in the profession. You will study financial management and securities markets and learn to apply cutting edge technology to strategic business decisions.

The programme provides you with
- an understanding of accounting theories and their relevance in practice

- critical awareness of recent developments in accounting standards and their implementation

- sound understanding of financial theory and analysis

- the skills to analyse big data using analytical tools such as machine learning

- knowledge of new techniques to analyse non-conventional data such as text and speech

Strathclyde Business school (SBS) has been included in the recently published Financial Times' Masters in Finance ranking (2024), which lists the top programmes worldwide. SBS was one of just 13 UK schools to be included in this highly competitive global ranking.