Master’s Double Degree Programme in Sustainability Reporting and Financial Analysis
Since there is an increasing need for professionals who can deal with the global challenges and institutional regulation related to the financial and ESG reporting requirements, this programme was designed as a response to this need. Especially the EU Sustainable Finance Framework has been, and will be, increasing demands on knowledgeable finance and auditing professionals in corporations and audit firms.
The Master's programme in Sustainability reporting and financial analysis will offer its students knowledge and education in sustainable finance, financial and ESG analysis, and sustainability reporting competencies and skills required to meet the needs of the job market. This programme is also the first one year master's programme by an university or business school in Finland.
The students will be taught both science-based decision making and understanding theories as well as how to use their knowledge in real-life cases and current challenges. This way the students get the best of both world - both the academic, more theory-heavy knowledge and practical knowledge from real-world cases.
The programme will be taught full time in English, full-time and on-site in both Umeå and Vaasa. This means that the students graduating from the double degree programme will receive degrees from both universities. In the center of this programme is the idea of the students participating in so called experimental learning projects, where theory meets practice and the students will be addressing real-world financial and non-financial reporting challenges.
The programme and courses:
During the first semester, you will study at Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics (USBE), where you will study our 30 ECTS course, Financial Analysis, Sustainability and Reporting, you will study for different modules, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Advanced Management Accounting, Advanced Financial and Sustainability Reporting, and Risk Management. These modules will give you a deep understanding of topics that are essential in the current business landscape. All modules integrate sustainability perspectives to the key themes of the corresponding modules.
During the second semester you will study at Hanken School of Economics, where the courses will focus on areas such as Financial Modelling, Sustainable Finance and ESG Analysis. You will also write your master thesis at Hanken School of Economics. After completing the master program, you will receive two degrees, one from each business school
Application information can be found on USBE's website, since the application is done through the Swedish universityadmissions.se portal.
Why choose a one-year double degree master's programme?
This focused one-year program not only provides a unique educational experience in two dynamic environments, but also awards you a desirable double degree focusing on highly relevant topics for a career in business.
Graduates of this program will be uniquely positioned to pursue a career as sustainability experts in accounting or finance. Graduates will receive an educational background which makes the suitable to work with both traditional tasks within finance and accounting as well as with sustainable finance and the new CSRD directives, which will have a big impact on both large and small corporations. The program's international character provides good opportunities for a career abroad.
Why choose Hanken School of Economics and Umeå Business School?
Why choose Hanken School of Economics?
As Hanken is a research-oriented university-level business school, research-based studies is a given. Our students receive an education that gives them the tools to take on the future's challenges; to think analytically and to communicate effectively for both academic and business purposes. Sustainability being one Hanken's core values means that our students understand the implications of social responsibility and sustainable development, with an international perspective.
Why choose Umeå Business School?
Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics (USBE) is a university integrated business school located at Umeå University Campus. USBE is known for its high quality of education, research, interaction with external stakeholders and its strong focus on internationalization. They are proud that their students, lecturers, and researchers represent a stimulating mix of people from different countries and cultures around the world.
Read more about Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics (USBE) at their website (link).