The Accounting and Data Analytics MSc at the University of Portsmouth equips you to navigate the complex financial landscape where accounting principles intersect with advanced data analysis. In an era of unprecedented data availability, businesses urgently need professionals skilled in managing, interpreting, and leveraging financial information for strategic decision-making. This postgraduate degree is designed for ambitious individuals seeking to deepen their expertise in financial accounting, corporate governance, and ethical practices, while mastering cutting-edge data management and visualisation tools. You will gain a critical understanding of how financial data informs business strategy and performance.
This intensive, full-time Master's degree is studied on campus over one year, immersing you in core modules such as Database Design and Implementation, Financial Analysis, and Statistics and Data Modelling. You will engage with practical applications through modules like Data Analysis and Visualisation, and have the opportunity to explore specialist areas through optional modules like Fraud Examination and Forensic Investigations. Throughout the course, you will develop essential research methods and critical evaluation skills, culminating in a substantial dissertation. You will graduate with a highly sought-after, flexible skillset, prepared for diverse career paths in accounting, finance, data science, and forensic accounting.