MA by Research Finance, Accounting and Banking

University of Central Lancashire

In the area of Finance, Accounting and Banking we coordinate the research interests of academics and students in accountancy, finance, banking, business and management studies in both developed and developing countries. The main goals are to improve the understanding of challenges to inclusive and sustainable development and also to explore and develop viable practical solutions. We have a growing community of researchers who produce high quality international and world-leading research. Our research focuses on accounting practices of businesses, earnings management, auditing, taxation, the costs and benefits of computerised systems, experience and employability skills for graduates. Our research focuses on accounting practices of businesses, earnings management, auditing, taxation, the costs and benefits of computerised systems, experience and employability skills for graduates. We research corporate and development finance, credit scoring, bank ratings, risk management and various aspects of financial market efficiency. Our researchers use Artificial Intelligence (AI) modelling techniques and methodologies in finance, accounting, and banking research, and research in areas such as Fin Tech and Big Data Analytics.

Accounting and Finance