MBA in Finance & Accounting

MBA in Finance & Accounting

Introduction:


The MBA in Accounting and Finance provides advanced training in financial management, accounting principles, and strategic financial planning. The program covers key areas such as financial reporting, investment analysis, risk management, and tax strategies. With a strong emphasis on practical applications, students engage in case studies, simulations, and real-world projects to refine their skills.

In Europe, the demand for financial professionals is robust, with a projected growth rate of 8% in accounting and finance roles over the next five years. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to lead in diverse financial environments, drive business success, and adapt to industry changes effectively.

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Programme Accreditation & Key Facts:

The MBA in Accounting and Finance provides advanced training in financial management, accounting principles, and strategic financial planning. The program covers key areas such as financial reporting, investment analysis, risk management, and tax strategies. With a strong emphasis on practical applications, students engage in case studies, simulations, and real-world projects to refine their skills.

In Europe, the demand for financial professionals is robust, with a projected growth rate of 8% in accounting and finance roles over the next five years. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to lead in diverse financial environments, drive business success, and adapt to industry changes effectively.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance & Accounting is a 90 ECTS, Level 7 Masters degree programme as per European Qualifications Framework (EQF), Europe.

EU Global accepts both experiential Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfer through the use of learning outcomes for either an advanced entry into the programme, or module exemptions for an advanced progression in a programme.

On Campus

Study Mode Malta, Full-time - 3 Years
Start Date: Dec, April, Aug
Application Due Date: Ongoing
ECTS Credits: 90 ECTS Credits
Language: English
EQF Level: Masters Degree, Level 7
Weekly Hours: 40 Hours per week
Teaching: On-campus face to face

Online

Study Mode Accelerated - 1 Year
Full-time - 18 Months
Part-time - upto 3 years
Start Date: 1st working day of every month
Application Due Date: Ongoing
ECTS Credits: 90 ECTS Credits
Language: English
EQF Level: Masters Degree, Level 7
Weekly Hours: 15 - 40 Hours per week
Teaching: Asynchronous, Live MasterCamps

Award Titles & Qualifications:

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance & Accounting

Road Map

Core Courses: Holistic Management Perspective (Total 30 ECTS)
Module 0: Induction & Study Skills Residency
Module 1: Management and Organisational Dynamics (3 ECTS, 75 Hours)
Module 2: Accounting for Business (10 ECTS, 250 Hours)
Module 3: Strategic and Digital Marketing (3 ECTS, 75 Hours)
Module 4: Project and Operations management (3 ECTS, 75 Hours)
Module 5: Financial Markets & Valuation (3 ECTS, 75 Hours)
Module 6: Strategic Decision Making: Dealing with Business Complexity (3 ECTS, 75 Hours)
Module 7: Economics for decision-making (3 ECTS, 75 Hours)
Module 8: Ethical Leadership and Governance (3 ECTS, 75 Hours)
Module 9: Corporate Sustainability and Leadership (3 ECTS, 75 Hours)
Module 10: Business Communication for Competitive Advantage (3 ECTS, 75 Hours)
Pathway Modules (Total 30 ECTS)
Module 11: Investment Analysis (6 ECTS, 150 Hours)
Module 12: Corporate Reporting (6 ECTS, 150 Hours)
Module 13: Derivatives and Financial Risk Management (6 ECTS, 150 Hours)
Module 14: Fintech & Financial Analytics (6 ECTS, 150 Hours)
Module 15: Strategic Audit (6 ECTS, 150 Hours)
Research & Innovation Modules (Total 30 ECTS)
Module 16: Innovation Management and Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs (6ECTS, 150 Hours)
Module 17: Data-Driven Research and Analytical Insights (6 ECTS, 150 Hours)
Module 18: Capstone Consulting Project (18 ECTS, 450 Hours)


Learning Outcomes:

- PA1: Critically evaluate complex and ambiguous business scenarios integrating interdisciplinary approaches to formulate strategic decisions with limited information.

- PA2: Tackle dynamic business environments, in particular related to accounting and finance by establishing criteria, formulating innovative courses of action, implementing adaptive strategies, and evaluating results in uncertain conditions with limited information. 
- PA3: Demonstrate leadership and team-building skills within complex multicultural settings, effectively managing conflict resolution and stakeholder engagement, in particular related to accounting and finance. 
- PA4: Direct self-driven learning and professional development through reflective insights, applying research-based innovations to solve emerging challenges in the accounting and finance field. 
- PA5: Benchmark strategic objectives, mentor teams, monitor performance, and lead continuous improvement in diverse business contexts, ensuring best practices relevant to accounting and finance . 
- PA6: Navigate ethical dilemmas involving conflicting stakeholder demands and cross-border business complexities, ensuring compliance with ethical and corporate governance standards relevant to accounting and finance. 
- PA7: Conduct rigorous business and management research, critically reviewing literature, applying advanced research methods, and contributing findings to professional practice within the accounting and finance field.Note: PA1-4 will be required to achieve the diploma exit, PA1-7 will be required for a complete Masters degree (please refer exit awards for details)
- PB7: Critically review literature, apply research methods, and leverage derived specialized or multidisciplinary theoretical and practical knowledge to create and adapt innovative frameworks that are at the forefront of the business studies within the accounting and finance field. 
- PB8: Evaluate and apply ethical leadership principles, corporate governance frameworks, and sustainability strategies to ensure responsible business practices and positive social impact, especially in the accounting and finance field. 
- PB9: Synthesize and integrate specialized domain knowledge within the accounting and finance field to address field-specific challenges and opportunities.


Skills Outcomes:


- PC1: Critically evaluate and synthesize complex, multidisciplinary data, transforming raw information into actionable insights while demonstrating awareness of social, cultural and environmental impact of their decision-making related to the accounting and finance field. 

- PC2: Apply advanced quantitative and qualitative research methods to critically analyze and evaluate business challenges, producing original research and deriving data-driven conclusions in dynamic and evolving environments related to the accounting and finance field. 

- PC3: Effectively communicate, comprehend, and conclude based on research-driven insights, demonstrating leadership in stakeholder engagement, negotiations, and decision-making across diverse professional settings. 

- PC4: Exercise innovation, adaptability, and strategic foresight in professional and personal development, fostering continuous learning, leadership excellence, and the ability to respond to emerging knowledge and techniques to strategize actions for competitive advantage. 

- PC5: Lead high-performance teams by fostering collaboration, critical evaluations, and transformative decision-making, demonstrate leadership skills and innovation in complex and unpredictable work environments relevant to the accounting and finance field.


Curriculum And Structure:

EU Global follows a few unique concepts for teaching its Business students. These are:

- Evidence-based Management
- Reflective writing
- Research and Academic Coaching
- Professional Coaching

EU Global Master of Business Administration begins with Period 0 where the basics are taught that helps to make of the entire tenure of studies. Post the foundation, the learners study in modular manner to study and research on one module at one time.


Exit Awards/Qualifications:

Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting and Finance (EQF Level 7 – 60 ECTS) is available as an exit award for those who complete 60 credits for the core courses.


Target Learners Age:

- Ages 16 – 30
- Ages 31 – 65


Assessments:

EU Global assessment includes formative, and summative assessments. Formative assessments allows learners to seek feedback and prepare for summative assessments. Summative assessments may be categorised in continuous or end of the module assessments.

The nature of end of the module assessment is the report submission. The report can be a project, analysis, case study, research paper, etc.

Grading system can be accessed via Quality Policies in Download section


Industry Expert Message:

As an industry expert, I can confidently say that the MBA in Accounting and Finance provides a robust foundation for advancing in today’s competitive financial landscape. This program offers comprehensive training in financial management, strategic decision-making, and regulatory compliance, preparing graduates for leadership roles. The curriculum’s emphasis on real-world applications and advanced financial techniques ensures that students are equipped with the skills to handle complex financial challenges and drive organisational success. Graduates emerge with a strong understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of finance, ready to make impactful contributions to their organisations and the broader financial sector.

Best Wishes,

Prof. Michael Epping
Professor, Accounting & Finance

Master of Business Administration, University of Applied Sciences, Munich, Germany II CEO Finance2Stay and consultation to SMEs


Awarding Body:

European Global
Institute of Innovation & Technology