The Accounting – MA at Technological University of The Shannon is designed for graduates with a degree in accounting or a business degree with an accounting specialisation who aspire to a professional career in accounting. This challenging, one-year taught postgraduate programme, running from September to August, provides a comprehensive update to its syllabus, ensuring you gain the most current knowledge and skills. You will delve into critical areas such as financial reporting, corporate governance, financial strategy, auditing, strategic management accounting, and taxation, preparing you for the complexities of the modern accounting profession.
Studied full-time on campus, this Master of Arts degree offers a structured learning experience across two semesters, culminating in a significant 30-credit Accounting Research Project. This project allows you to apply your learnings from taught modules and engage with research literature, developing both practical and theoretical expertise. The programme boasts generous exemptions from leading Professional Accountancy Bodies, including full CAP 2 exemptions from Chartered Accountants Ireland, 11 from CPA Ireland, and 8 from ACCA. You will graduate with enhanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills, ready to pursue diverse career pathways in accounting.