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MSc in Accounting National University of Singapore Business School
Introduction
This master's degree is designed to help recent graduates adapt to the cultural and technological shifts in the accounting field. With the increased adoption of technology, accounting firms now face new demands to recruit employees who possess data analytics skills combined with accounting knowledge. The NUS Business School curriculum will equip you with the necessary skills, network and knowledge to transform data into actionable insights.
Why Choose NUS MSc in Accounting?
Expand Your Capabilities, Create Your Legacy
The accounting sector is becoming more automated and less labour-intensive. In addition, new capabilities beyond traditional accounting skills are being increasingly demanded. Our MSc in Accounting programme helps to train you to be adept in traversing these new territories. Structured over 12 months, you will learn from distinguished faculty members with recognised expertise in their fields, as well as from talented peers and colleagues from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Inspiring Global Leaders
With more than 150 distinguished international faculty from over 20 regions, offering broad industry experience and seasoned business insights, our NUS Business School faculty are committed to providing you with an enriching and stimulating business education.
A Vibrant Community
As a student in the MSc in Accounting program, the student experience should not only be restricted to the classroom. In addition to academic activities, you will have access to a myriad of social, corporate, and enrichment activities, which are organised specially for you to have a fulfilling time here at NUS.
The NUS Alumni Community
The National University of Singapore is world-renowned for its academic excellence in education, research, and service. Upon completion of your NUS MSc in Accounting, you will join a vibrant network consisting of more than 39,000 business school graduates and 300,000 university alumni from diverse backgrounds and disciplines. On top of this, you will have the honour of establishing the alumni network for our NUS MSc in Accounting community.
Admissions
Curriculum
Program Structure & Curriculum
Our MSc in Accounting program is delivered intensively over 12 months in a three-semester structure that includes a practicum in the final semester. You are expected to complete 40 Units to graduate.
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Special Term |
| August – November | January – April | May – July /May – November |
| 4 Core Courses (16 Units) | 1 Core Course (4 Units) 4 Elective Courses (16 Units) | Experiential Learning (4 Units) |
Programme Structure & Curriculum
Core Courses
Semester 1:
- Applied Data Science & Visualisation
- Corporate Valuation Models
- Managerial Planning and Control
- Preparing Financial Statements
Semester 2:
- Corporate Accounting and Reporting
Students will read five elective courses across Semester 2 and Special Term to attain a specialisation. (Specialisation in Financial Analytics)
Elective Courses
Semester 2:
- Analytics and Data Management
- Bank Compliance and Rick Management
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Mergers and Acquisitions
Special Term
- Experiential Learning
Rankings
NUS
1st in Asia
QS World University Rankings 2023
2nd in Asia
US News and World Report 2023
3rd in Asia
Times Higher Education 2023
NUS Business School
11th in the world
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 (Business & Economics)
13th Globally
QS World University Rankings 2023 (Business & Management)
14th Globally
QS World University Rankings 2023 (Accounting and Finance)
Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
Study Awards
Full Scholarship & study awards are available for selected outstanding applicants. Study awards will cover a portion of the programme fees.
There is no need to apply separately for the study awards and scholarships, but candidates must submit an application by the first cut-off date. Study award and scholarship recipients are chosen based on merit.
Other Financial Aids
Prodigy Finance
Started by three MBA graduates who experienced first-hand the difficulties of financing an MBA, Prodigy Finance offers loans to international postgraduates attending top universities like the National University of Singapore.
InCred
InCred is an India-based new-age financial services platform that leverages technology and data science to make lending quick and easy. Backed by a passionate team of experts with a track record of education lending, InCred has assisted thousands of Indian students to attend 700+ universities across 22+ countries in 3 years since its inception. InCred is proud to financially support Indian students to pursue their higher education dream in the world’s best schools, including the National University of Singapore.
Accreditations
Career Opportunities
Upon graduation, you will join a vibrant network consisting of more than 39,000 business school graduates and 300,000 university alumni from diverse backgrounds and disciplines. BIZAlum helps you to stay connected to the community with lifelong learning and networking events, promoting a spirit of giving and volunteerism.