The MACC Accounting at University College Cork provides a direct postgraduate pathway to a rewarding career in professional accounting, equipping you with the knowledge and exemptions required by Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI). This intensive one-year, full-time, on-campus programme is ideal for ambitious graduates seeking to fast-track their professional qualifications. You will delve into critical areas such as financial reporting, management accounting, corporate finance, and auditing, gaining a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and their application in practice. This Masters degree is designed to give you a significant competitive edge as you embark on your accounting journey.
Throughout this Masters degree, you will engage with a rigorous curriculum that includes modules in advanced taxation, international financial reporting, and analytics for accountants, alongside a substantial accounting research report in Part II. You will benefit from intensive tuition and exposure to contemporary issues shaping the accounting and finance sectors. Upon successful completion of all course requirements, you will achieve full exemption from all but the Final Admitting Examination (FAE) of Chartered Accountants Ireland, and also from all papers in Part 1 of the AITI Chartered Tax Adviser qualification. You will graduate with the essential skills and professional standing to excel in roles across practice, industry, and financial services.