Applicants normally must hold an approved honours degree in the field of accounting and finance or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary / professional institution.

English Language
All applicants for whom English is not their native language must provide proof of English language proficiency to a standard of at least 6.5 in IELTS, 575 TOEFL or equivalent.

Griffith College is accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency. Please see here(PDF file) for further details.

Accreditation of Prior Learning and Prior Experience (APL/APEL)
The Graduate Business School welcomes applications from those with prior academic and/or professional learning experience which may be relevant to the MSc in Accounting and Finance Management programme. Applicants who wish for their prior academic and/ or professional learning experience to be considered are requested to indicate this at the time of application and we will be happy to examine all of the relevant documentation accordingly.

How to Apply
Applicants can apply directly on our website.

The entry requirement for this programme is a minimum of 2.2 honours undergraduate degree (level 8) in an accounting and finance-related discipline.

Non-business graduates with relevant work experience may apply on the basis of their experiential learning. Please contact the admissions team to find out more.

How to Apply
Applicants can apply directly on our website.

The entry requirement for this programme is a minimum of 2.2 honours undergraduate degree (level 8) in an accounting and finance-related discipline.

Non-business graduates with relevant work experience may apply on the basis of their experiential learning. Please contact the admissions team to find out more.

As part of your application, you will be asked to provide supporting documents, including:
• Proof of ID (passport)
• Undergraduate Degree Award and Transcripts
• Up to date and detailed CV

If applicable:
Translation of both degree award and transcripts
Current GNIB
Proof of English Proficiency

If applicable:
• Translation of both degree award and transcripts
• Current GNIB
• Proof of English Proficiency

Intake Dates
Dublin - Part-Time - September 2025
Cork - Full-Time - September 2025
Dublin - Full-Time - September 2025
Dublin - Part-Time - February 2026
Dublin - Full-Time - February 2026
Cork - Full-Time - February 2026

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Administrative

Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.

They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.

Enterprising

Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.

Graduates can pursue employment, for example:
Graduate trainee financial/ management accountant
Graduate trainee financial manager
Graduate trainee external auditor
Graduate trainee internal auditor
Graduate trainee tax advisor/ consultant
Financial Data Analyst
General manager
Entrepreneur and business owner

Academic Progression
Graduates can progress to professional accountancy and finance bodies to advance their studies and attain professional qualifications, including:

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Chartered Accountants (ACA)

Exemptions:
ACCA: Up to 9 exemptions in the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) fundamental exam papers:

Graduates from MSCAF/ PDAFM 2025-2029 who choose to pursue the ACCA professional qualification may claim up to 9 exemptions in the ACCA Fundamental papers, then complete FOUR Strategic Professional Exams, an Ethics and Professional Skills module and THREE years relevant practical experience, to qualify as an ACCA member.

ACA: Exemption from CAP 1 with the Association of Chartered Accountants (ACA) Ireland

Graduates from MSCAF/ PDAFM 2025-2029 who choose to pursue the ACA professional qualification may claim exemptions in the CAP 1 (Chartered Accountants Proficiency 1) exam and then complete CAP 2 and FAE (final admitting exams) and THREE years relevant practical experience, to qualify as an ACA member.