About the Course
The MSc in Professional Accountancy offered by the University of London is a globally recognised programme designed for finance and accounting professionals. Delivered fully online, it provides advanced master’s-level knowledge that builds directly on the ACCA qualification pathway. The programme is open to ACCA students and members worldwide, allowing them to enhance their expertise without interrupting their professional commitments.
Although the MSc is taught and assessed exclusively through the University of London’s online platform, our sister institution, British Professional College, provides comprehensive remote tuition support. This includes academic guidance, study resources, mentoring, and structured learning support to help students progress effectively through the programme while meeting the University of London’s academic standards.
Programme Objectives
- Develop and apply master’s-level skills in accountancy, financial modelling, and corporate finance.
- Critically evaluate alternative solutions using systematic analysis of complex business and financial problems.
- Enhance independent research skills and present complex ideas through various media, including financial reporting and regulatory compliance formats.
Course Delivery and Important Dates
This programme has two intake dates per year: April and October. Admissions are currently open for the April 2025 intake.
Key Dates for Applying and Registering with UoL
| October 2025 Intake | |
|---|---|
| Application open | 1 July 2025 |
| Application deadline | 8 September 2025 |
| Registration deadline | 25 September 2025 |
| Programme starts | October 2025 |
| April 2026 Intake | |
|---|---|
| Application open | 19 December 2025 |
| Application deadline | 16 March 2026 |
| Registration deadline | 30 March 2026 |
| Programme starts | April 2026 |
You can register with British Professional College, post-registering with UoL and select British Professional College as the tuition provider.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Master advanced financial strategies and decision-making that drive organisational success.
- Master the key concepts that drive financial decisions and create value in organisations.
- Navigate the complex relationships that influence management decisions both internally and externally.
- Critically analyse and interpret data for strategic financial decision-making.
- Solve business challenges effectively while building teamwork and leadership skills through real-world simulations.
Why MSc in Professional Accountancy at British Professional College?
- Academic direction for this programme is provided by UCL, ranked 9th in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
- The British College is the only Recognised Teaching Centre (RTC) in Nepal of The University of London (UOL).
- A valued and recognised qualification by employers
- Some professional accountancy bodies may recognise MSc learning hours as equivalent to CPD units. Please check with your professional body on specific CPD equivalency conversion. ACCA members can claim CPD against the MSc learning hours.
- Join an international alumni group with various networking opportunities.
Ready to enroll? Here are the key requirements you need to meet:
To register for the MSc, you must:
- Hold a recognised professional accountancy qualification.
Meet one of the following conditions:
- Your qualification was awarded within the past five years, or
- If it was awarded more than five years ago, you must provide proof that you remain in good standing with your professional body. (This applies to retired or non-practicing members as well.)
| Professional Accountancy Body | Applicant Status |
|---|---|
| Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) | Full member (ACCA, FCCA). Affiliates must have passed all examinations. |
| Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) | Full member (ACMA, FCMA, CGMA). Applicants must have passed all examinations. |
| Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) | Full member (ACA and FCA). Applicants must have passed all examinations. |
| The Institute of Chartered Accountants India (ICAI) | Full member only (CA, FCA). |
| The Institute of Chartered Accountants Nepal (ICAN) | Full member only (CA, FCA). |
Check here for entry requirements and accepted qualifications for MSc Professional Accountancy:
https://www.london.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate/msc-professional-accountancy#admissions
Learn From the Best
The British Professional College boasts a distinguished faculty of Ph.D. holders, MBAs, FCAs, and FCCAs, combining academic excellence with real-world expertise.
Head of Professional Education: Dipendra K Shrestha
Overview of the MSc Programme
| Elements | Capstone Project | Elective 1 | Elective 2 |
| Credits | 30 credits | 15 credits | 15 credits |
| Assessment | Research Proposal (30%) & Business Simulation (ICARUS) and Final Project (70%) | 1 unseen written end-of-term coursework (100%) | 1 unseen written end-of-term coursework (100%) |
Elective Modules (choose any 2):
- Global Issues in Finance and Accounting (GIFA)
- Analysing Risk for Decision Making (ARDM)
- Issues in Investment Management (IIM)
- Capital Markets and Global Perspectives (CMGP)
