The programme aims to give you the competencies and skills necessary for a competitive position in the labour market if you are aiming to become an accountant or auditor.

Key topics include advanced courses in accounting including IFRS, management control, auditing and corporate governance. In addition to this, the programme includes a course in customer orientation and value creation which is becoming essential also in the accounting/auditing industry.

The courses are based on current research and practical case studies. This focus on both research and practice creates opportunities for you to work in both industry and academia.

As a graduate from our programme you will have a good insight into the regulatory framework governing the external reporting and auditing and the programme provides you with a good opportunity to work with financial reporting, consulting and auditing.

The programme emphasizes practice through course activities with corporate interaction combined with theoretical depth and includes work placement with a focus on sustainability, where learning is based on cooperation and integration with the business.

All courses in the programme are given in English. The programme is open to students from around the world, and courses have a diverse international participation of students. This international atmosphere contributes to a broad perspective of the issues discussed in class.

The studies are full-time for one year.

Sustainablilty

Kristianstad University are PRME Champions, which involve the UN Sustainable Development Goals. During the education, you will get the opportunity to learn more about business ethics and sustainable reporting. A Business Ethics Track about sustainability and responsible management runs through all courses.