Master in Accounting and Financial Management
Barcelona, Spain
DURATION
10 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 12,500
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Train as an expert professional in accounting and finance, and specialize in Corporate Finance, Controlling, or International Finance.
The main objective of the Master in Accounting and Financial Management at UPF Barcelona School of Management is to train expert professionals who can successfully manage the accounting and finance department of any company or institution.
You will acquire the essential knowledge for aligning the evolution of the economic and financial environment with the financial strategy of any organization. In addition, you will master the specialties of Controlling, Corporate Finance, and International Finance and Accounting, which allow you to focus your professional career on the field that interests you the most.
Throughout the course, you will learn the latest techniques for customer management, treasury, and long-term financial management. You will delve into the design and implementation of capitalization, indebtedness, and dividend policies and you will learn to choose those financing instruments that best suit the needs of the company.
In addition, in the Corporate Finance specialization, you will have the opportunity to obtain a double degree with Montpellier University - MOMA (France).
The Master in Accounting and Financial Management is endorsed by Pompeu Fabra University, the 1st Spanish university and the 15th best university in the world (of those with less than 50 years), according to the Times Higher Education ranking. In addition, UPF Barcelona School of Management has EQUIS accreditation, the most prestigious institutional recognition for business schools globally.
Why choose this program
01 Study at an accredited school
Study at a school accredited by EQUIS, an international distinction that guarantees the quality of our institution and makes us the 1st school of management linked to a public university with this accreditation in our country.
02 Choose the modality that suits you
We offer the same program, content, and academic qualification in 3 different modalities: on-campus, blended, and online. You can choose the modality that suits your personal and professional situation. The program is also offered entirely in English as well as in Spanish.
03 Learn from industry professionals
You will train with UPF professors, whose Department of Economics and Business has been rated 1st in Spain, 3rd in Europe, and 46th in the world, by Times Higher Education. You will also train with recognized active professionals who will contribute their knowledge and experience in applying theory to practice.
04 Undertake your internship in top-level entities
You will be able to undertake professional internships in prominent companies such as Danone, VidaCaixa, E&Y, Boehringer Ingelheim, or Nestlé, among others.
05 Access to CIMA, ACCA, and CFA credentials
Completing the master's degree gives you accelerated access to the CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) and ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) credentials, two of the most internationally recognized institutions for accrediting professionals in management & accounting, financial accounting, and management accounting. At the end of the Master, you can also take the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exam.
06 CFA Accreditation
The Master's is a member of the University Affiliation Program of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute. At the end of the Master, you will be ready to take the exam to obtain the CFA accreditation, a prestigious international recognition in investment management and financial analysis, for which there are two scholarships offered in each course. You can also take part in the CFA Research Challenge, a team competition in which more than 1,000 universities and Business Schools participate from all over the world.
Specializations
The master is made up of 4 modules. The first 3 are transversal, that is, they are common in the three specialties. The last module of the master's is the specialty, which you can choose depending on the field in which you want to develop your professional activity.
- Corporate finance: Master the design and implementation of financial policies and optimal decision-making regarding financing and investment.
- Controlling: Specialize in the controller function. Learn to define and operationalize company strategy and coordinate business operations such as analytical accounting, advanced financial planning, and sector analysis.
- International Finance and Accounting: Focus on companies with an international presence. You will deal in depth with basic aspects such as international accounting regulations, the financial management of multinationals, or international taxation. 25% of this specialization is taught in English.
Accreditations
UPF Barcelona School of Management is the management school of Pompeu Fabra University, the 1st Ibero-American university and the 16th-placed university in the world, among those under 50 years of age, according to the Times Higher Education ranking.
UPF Barcelona School of Management has EQUIS accreditation, the most prestigious institutional recognition for business schools globally, and places itself among the top business schools in the world.
The Master in Accounting and Financial Management is an official master's degree and has the academic recognition of the Ministry of Education of the Government of Spain. The Quality Agency of the University System of Catalonia (AQU) has also institutionally accredited UPF-BSM. This accreditation certifies all the official master's degrees that we teach and recognizes the quality of our educational model in accordance with the criteria of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA).
The master provides access to the CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants), ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), and CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) accreditations.
Ideal Students
Aimed at both young graduates in the field of Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, and Finance or Management, as well as graduate professionals who currently work in departments related to accounting and finance.
Student profile
The master's degree brings together young professionals from the fields of accounting and finance, economics, or business administration for each course.
The participants come from different countries, but they all have a common goal: to access quality training and live an academic experience that prepares them for their professional future.
Curriculum
The Master in Accounting and Financial Management is structured into 4 differentiated modules, the first 3 modules are common and are made up of compulsory subjects. The 4th module is the specialization: a series of optional subjects are offered from which you must choose 3.
The Master's degree is completed with professional internships and the preparation of the Master's Final Project, which are developed during the course, at the same time as the teaching activity.
Financial Accounting
- New trends in Financial Accounting and international accounting standards
- Consolidation of Advanced Balance Sheets
- Advanced audit
Accounting Management and Management Control
- Business analysis I
- Strategic cost management
- Budget management and control
Financial Management
- Stock market and markets
- Advanced working capital management
- Fiscal aspects of finance
- Higher-level investment evaluation
- Strategy and Finance
- Finance system
- Financial management
Controlling Specialization (choose 3)
- IT tools for optimizing management control
- Internal control
- Advanced management control
- International Controlling (in English)
- New Trends in Finance **
- Technological disruption in organizations
Corporate Finance Specialization (choose 3)
- New financial instruments
- Fusions and acquisitions
- Futures, options, and currencies
International finance (in English, choose 3)
- New Trends in Finance
- Technological disruption in organizations
International Finance and Accounting Specialization (choose 3)
- International Controlling
- International Financial Reporting Standards. Advanced Level I
- International Taxation
- International Finance
Professional Internships
- Professional Internships
Master's Final Project
- Master's Final Project
Elective courses will be carried out in case of reaching a minimum number of enrolled students. The final offer for each academic year may be adapted depending on the academic planning.
Complementary activities
The Master's degree gives accelerated access to the CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) and ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) credentials, two of the most internationally recognized institutions for accrediting professionals in management & accounting, financial accounting, and management accounting.
Its contents mean that once you finish the master, you are prepared to take the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exam. There will be 2 scholarships available to access the CFA exam.
The Master in Accounting and Financial Management also includes the possibility of participating in practical activities and activities for personal and professional growth such as:
- International mobility: The UPF Barcelona School of Management offers you the possibility of expanding your training and international vision through different programs and activities:
- International mobility program: extend your studies extracurricularly, during the academic year following the completion of your Master's, at a top-level institution. Limited places.
- Study Trip: an optional trip to a European city in which conferences and visits to companies will be scheduled so as to expand knowledge and acquire a global vision.
- UPF-BSM Inside: is a group of interdisciplinary subjects (applied data, communication, creativity, innovation and project management, sustainability, and leadership among others) that, if you take this program, you can access at no additional cost. They are 100% online and you can take them throughout the academic year at your own pace, as they have been designed as self-study subjects.
Career Opportunities
We train you to direct your professional career to accounting and finance departments, the consulting sector, and Corporate Finance.
The master's includes curricular internships that will help as a gateway into your professional future. They can be recognized with 2 years of experience in the field.
- Director of Accounting/finance department
- Business advisor on accounting, financial, and management issues
- Business Consultant
- Risk analyst in the financial department Internal
- Auditor Staff/middle management in the financial department of multinational
- Financial Controller
- Director of Finance
- General Director
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
The UPF Barcelona School of Management offers you different means of financing so that you can take any of our programs without worry. We offer you the opportunity to finance part of your program, either by rewarding your talent through scholarships, through grants from entities dedicated to promoting education, or through collaboration agreements with financial entities.
Merit-Based Scholarship
Apply for our Merit-Based Scholarship, awarded to those who prove they have talent and motivation.
External financial aid
A large number of external entities and institutions offer financial aid options to students who want to enroll in one of our master's programs and postgraduate courses.
Alumni discounts
If you are a member of our alumni associations or of one of our partner universities, we offer you a series of applicable discounts on the amount of tuition for your program.
UPF Employee Discounts
If you are a member or family member or an employee of the UPF group or belonged to the collaborating institutions of the UPF Barcelona School of Management, you can enjoy a series of applicable discounts on the tuition fees for your program.
ACCID discount
Members of the ACCID will have a 10% discount on the registration fee.
UPF Partner Latinoamerican Universities Discount
If you are an alumnus of one of our Partner Universities, you are entitled to a discount of 10% on the UPF Barcelona School of Management Masters and postgraduate program tuition fees (those programs with more than 15 credits).
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