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Qualification
MRes - Master of Research
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Location
Colchester Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
03-OCT-24
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
Accounting refers to a wide range of topics within a vast research field which covers themes including management accounting, reporting and analysis and accountable accounting. You will explore qualitative and quantitative methods of research specifically designed to reflect the field of accounting.
MRes Accounting is designed for those wishing to follow a career in research and/or academia there is a strong research focus in this degree, although there are some taught elements which will support your knowledge of the research field. An MRes is the ideal first step if you hope to progress to doctoral studies, such as PhD.
You deepen your thinking about accounting and develop a broader understanding of the changing roles and perception of accounting within an ever-changing social context.
MRes Accounting explores research and accounting theory issues, such as:
- research skills, including both quantitative and qualitative approaches
- theoretical stances underpinning different approaches to research
- how to design a research proposal, including construction of research questions and/or hypotheses
- launching and managing a research project, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation
- corporate reporting and analysis
- management accounting
We equip you with the skills and knowledge to appreciate the depth and breadth of accounting theories and techniques and apply these within a social science context. You benefit from cutting edge research conducted by our Accounting Group who specialise in accounting, accountability, and global development.
At Essex Business School. we champion ethical management and sustainable business. We believe accounting information is the foundation for successful decision-making and further develop your practical accounting skills and theoretical knowledge so you can make a positive impact in the workplace or in accounting research.
Your Future
Many of our students enjoy roles in areas such as financial analysis, management, public administration, and accountancy.
They progress to work for high-profile organisations and innovative SMEs such as:
- KPMG
- Grant Thornton LLP
- Ministry of Taxes of the Republic of Azerbaijan
- ERS Insurance Group
- Groupon
- Credit Data Research, an SME finance provider
- Coast Digital, an award-winning marketing agency
- Humanity First UK
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£ 22,400per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
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University League Table
32nd
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Campus address
University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ, England
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Subject ranking
56th out of 104 10
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Entry standards
/ Max 222116 51%62nd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10053.0 53%70th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.86 77%78th
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