Accounting for Finance
Foster your financial career with a foundation in financial accounting and analysis. Earn master’s level credits online.
Cost
£1,480
Develop fundamental financial accounting skills to progress your career
Equip yourself with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate financial markets, analyse financial statements, and evaluate corporate performance for sustainable success.
Master the fundamentals of financial markets and institutions
You’ll begin your journey by delving into the core principles of financial markets and their institutions. This overview will help you better understand the objectives of corporations and the consequences of financial crises.
Not only that, this foundational knowledge will serve as the entry point to the basics of financial accounting. In knowing how financial markets function and their role in the global economy, you’ll be able to explore the key aspects of managing financial accounts.
Analyse financial statements for better financial decision-making
An important part of financial accounting, and thus, financial decision-making is preparing and assessing financial statements. Develop this skill by mastering the preparation and analysis of balancing sheets, as well as income, cash flow, and equity statements.
Evaluate corporate performance using financial ratios
You’ll develop the expertise to evaluate corporate performance through financial ratio analysis. In doing so, you’ll learn to measure and interpret various performance metrics to assess a firm's efficiency, profitability, and overall financial health.
This skill set is indispensable for corporate managers, financial analysts, and anyone involved in performance evaluation and financial decision-making.
Apply project analysis techniques for efficient capital budgeting
By the end of the microcredential, you’ll be equipped with the techniques of project analysis and capital budgeting. You’ll understand the risk and return characteristics of various projects, employ risk assessment tools, and implement capital budgeting strategies to make sound investment decisions
This module equips you with practical skills for evaluating investment projects and managing budgets effectively.
Grow your financial career with the University of Aberdeen
This microcredential offers you the opportunity to learn from the University of Aberdeen’s experienced professionals and expert academics.
You’ll have the flexibility to learn at your own pace, from anywhere in the world, allowing you to achieve your professional objectives and make a significant impact within your organisation.
How will the skills you learn help in your career?
On this microcredential, you'll master fundamental accounting skills highly sought after by financial institutions and crucial for a successful career in finance. Armed with the knowledge of financial market analysis, account and risk management, financial statement preparation, and more, well-equipped to make informed decisions, drive financial strategies, and enhance your organisation's financial performance.
How will you be assessed?
Your progress will be assessed via an analytical project and reflective essay.
What will you receive?
Once you’ve completed this microcredential, you’ll receive 15 master’s-level credits which can be applied towards the University of Aberdeen’s Online MSc Finance.
How long is this microcredential?
This microcredential is designed to be completed over 12 weeks, with a part-time commitment of 10-15 hours per week. This flexible structure allows you to balance your studies with your professional and personal commitments, making it feasible to advance your education without sacrificing other responsibilities.
Are you eligible for this microcredential?
This course has no formal entry requirements, but since it’s delivered at the master’s level, it’s recommended you have at least a 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or relevant professional experience that supports this level of learning.
Is this microcredential right for you?
This online microcredential is a great first step for any business professional setting out to build a career in the dynamic world of finance and accounting.
It’s ideal for both entry-level and experienced financial managers and analysts who use the financial and accounting frameworks covered on this course on a regular basis.
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