MA/MS in Accounting and Auditing at Reykjavík University in Reykjavík, Iceland is a master's degree in Accounting programme. The programme runs for 1 year. It carries 90.0 credits (ECTS).
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Accounting
Duration: 1 year
Credits: 90.0 (ECTS)
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Accounting and Auditing is a one-year master's programme in the Department of Business and Economics at Reykjavik University. It leads to the MAcc degree and is worth 90 ECTS credits. The subject matter is financial reporting and auditing under current accounting standards and professional ethics, supported by study of finance, taxation and company law.
The teaching stresses analytical ability, professional judgment and critical thinking. Students deal with data handling, IT systems, assessing risk, strategy and how companies are governed, and they learn to prepare and examine financial statements, carry out audits and offer assurance services. They also acquire a working knowledge of tax legislation and business regulation.
Instruction is mainly in Icelandic, and new students are admitted for the autumn only. Graduates can work as certified public accountants, financial or accounting managers, internal auditors and valuation specialists, in audit firms, in companies, and on boards and audit committees.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants need a BSc in business administration, economics or a related subject and excellent Icelandic skills. The online application includes certified transcripts and diplomas, a CV naming 1-2 referees, and a personal statement of up to 300 words, all submitted as PDF files in Icelandic.
Application Details
Start Date:Autumn
Application Deadline:Applicants outside the EU/EEA: January 31; residents of the EU/EEA: April 30
