MSc International Accounting and Finance

Reimagine Everything®. Lead with Integrity. Master Global Finance.

The MSc International Accounting and Finance is designed for ambitious finance professionals ready to lead with integrity, insight, and strategic acumen across borders, sectors, and systems. Delivered by Robert Kennedy College in exclusive partnership with the University of Salford, this programme is a deliberate intervention in shaping the next generation of financial professionals — equipping you to navigate complexity in an era of global volatility, regulatory reform, and digital transformation.

Grounded in international standards and contemporary practice, the curriculum integrates financial theory with applied analytics, ethical governance, and strategic decision-making. You'll progress from foundational principles of financial reporting and corporate finance to advanced competencies in risk management, global taxation, and financial technology — positioning yourself as a globally fluent, technically rigorous, and ethically grounded finance leader.

Swiss Quality. Since 1998. British Excellence. Financial Precision.

This programme combines the excellence of Swiss-quality online education with the prestige of a British degree from the University of Salford. For over two decades, Robert Kennedy College has been at the forefront of online education, while Salford Business School's accounting and finance faculty ensures you graduate with a globally recognised and respected qualification.

Why This Programme?

  • International Standards Focus: Master IFRS and global accounting frameworks
  • Strategic Reporting: Translate financial data into board-level insight and shareholder value
  • FinTech Integration: Blockchain, CBDCs, and ethical algorithmic governance built into the curriculum
  • Career-Ready: Designed to support progression into senior roles in accounting firms, financial institutions, and multinational corporations
  • Flexible Online Learning: Study 100% online via OnlineCampus — six intakes per year, complete in 12 months to 6 years

Your MSc International Accounting and Finance degree is:

  • Recognised worldwide by employers and industry leaders
  • Awarded directly by the University of Salford
  • Identical to degrees earned on campus
  • Fully recognised by the UK government

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for roles such as:

  • Finance Director / CFO
  • International Financial Controller
  • Group Reporting Manager
  • Investment Analyst
  • Corporate Accounting Manager
  • Strategic Reporting Lead
  • Corporate Finance Manager
  • FinTech Strategy Consultant

Award-Winning British Education

The University of Salford is a winner of the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education 2025, recognising the University's pioneering research in sustainable building design and tackling fuel poverty, led by its Energy House Labs.

Part of the United Kingdom's national Honours system (formerly known as the Queen's Anniversary Prizes), the Prize is granted every two years to recognise outstanding work by UK universities and colleges that demonstrates excellence, innovation, and benefit for the wider world.

Duration

12 months to 5 years

Delivery Method

100% online via OnlineCampus (an interactive online learning environment) with intensive class discussion and collaboration.

Terms

We offer rolling admissions throughout the year. Register at any time and begin your learning journey immediately.

Tuition Fees

CHF 525 per month for 24 months (total CHF 12,600). This covers everything: tuition, online study materials, and University fees.

Dean's Bursaries and early-payment reductions available. Full details and currency options are listed on our Tuition Plans & Rates page.

Programme not eligible for UK Government student finance.

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Accreditation and Recognition

This degree is awarded by the University of Salford, which received a Royal Charter in 1967 from Her Majesty the Queen. The University is fully recognised by the British government; The University of Salford degree transcript will mention Robert Kennedy College as your teaching institution.

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Admission Requirements

We welcome applications from students who may not meet the formal entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.

The formal entry requirements are:

  • A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent
  • Or a recognised professional qualification in a related discipline
  • English language at IELTS 6.5 (minimum of 5.5 in each component)

Applications are considered from candidates who do not meet the formal entry requirements but can provide evidence of equivalence.

Examples of equivalence are:

  • A wide range of professional qualifications and/or work experience
  • Working or studying in English or an English-speaking environment

Programme Outline

Introductory

Not-for-credit

  • Induction

This is the first module of the programme which gives an orientation to the course and the online learning style. It does not carry credits, and students are encouraged to go through the material in this module at their own pace and get accustomed to the online medium.

The MSc International Accounting and Finance consists of 180 credits delivered through five modules:

Stage 1: Taught Modules (120 credits)

  • Module 1: Global Financial Technologies (30 credits)
  • Module 2: Corporate Finance (30 credits)
  • Module 3: International Financial Reporting (30 credits)
  • Module 4: Strategic Management Reporting (30 credits)

Stage 2: International Dissertation (60 credits)

Module 5: International Dissertation (60 credits)

Module Descriptions

Module 1: Global Financial Technologies (30 credits)

  • Emerging financial models within digital ecosystems
  • Blockchain applications and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs)
  • Fintech platforms and ethical algorithmic governance
  • Financial innovation through regulatory, legal, and societal lenses
  • Advising on responsible financial strategies in digital industries

Module 2: Corporate Finance (30 credits)

  • Strategic and operational dimensions of financial management
  • Investment decisions, capital structures, and dividend policy
  • Mergers and acquisitions in corporate growth
  • Risk assessment and value optimisation
  • Application of financial theory to real-world scenarios

Module 3: International Financial Reporting (30 credits)

  • Principles and practices of global accounting standards (IFRS)
  • Financial analysis and valuation techniques
  • Capital structure decision-making in international contexts
  • Strategic role of finance in organisational performance
  • Shareholder value creation and reporting

Module 4: Strategic Management Reporting (30 credits)

  • Strategic leadership and professional development in finance
  • The role of finance in corporate strategy
  • Mergers, acquisitions, and global expansion
  • Communicating financial insights to diverse stakeholders
  • Aligning financial strategy with broader organisational and societal goals

Module 5: International Dissertation (60 credits)

  • Independent, business-focused research project
  • Application of accounting and finance theory to a strategic challenge
  • Synthesis of FinTech, corporate finance, IFRS, and reporting knowledge
  • Research methods, critical thinking, and evidence-based decision-making
  • Final dissertation demonstrating academic rigour and practical relevance