Accounting and Auditing
Why choose Accounting and Auditing studies at the University of Vaasa?
Studies in Accounting and Auditing
The Master’s Programme in Accounting and Auditing offers you the opportunity to become a skilled expert in financial management. The programme blends deep theoretical knowledge with practical skills needed in today’s working life, equipping you for demanding roles in leadership, strategic planning, and financial analysis. The increasing international scope of accounting and auditing is also reflected in the curriculum, which is designed to meet the challenges of global business.
During your studies, you will gain in-depth knowledge of topics such as:
- internal and external auditing of a company's financial management
- planning and control calculations related to financial management
- data analytics, and strategic planning
- income statement calculation and the financial statement analysis
- preparation and verification of sustainability reporting
- key standards, such as IFRS and ISA standards
Teaching is mainly organized as flexible multi-modal and hybrid teaching opportunities. You can tailor your studies to your interests, for example by choosing minor subjects that will further strengthen your business expertise.
Graduates of the program work as chief financial officers, finance directors, business directors, controllers, internal auditors, auditors, sustainability reporting auditors, and business analysts. The studies also provide a strong foundation for scientific research and postgraduate studies.
More detailed course structure will be updated later.
The Master’s Programme in Accounting and Auditing is part of the CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) partnership programme. Students in the programme can count up to 11 courses toward the CIMA qualification, giving them a significant head start in their professional career.
Accreditations – ensuring quality education
The University of Vaasa's business studies has received the internationally renowned AACSB accreditation, ensuring high quality in economics and business administration education.
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