Accountancy and Controlling-Master at University of Groningen

About the Programme

The MSc in Accountancy and Controlling at the University of Groningen is a one-year master’s programme focused on accounting, financial control, information systems, and sustainability management. It explores how technological innovations and sustainable practices influence the information organisations provide to internal and external stakeholders. Students learn to design information systems, evaluate their quality, and understand the evolving roles of auditors and controllers in society.

Specialisations and Career Preparation

The programme offers three profiles: Accountancy, Controlling, and Sustainability Management and Controlling. It prepares students to address professional challenges such as auditing financial data for multinational companies, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations, and managing financial sustainability in environmentally conscious organisations. The programme is taught in English and comprises 60 ECTS credits.

Tuition and Admission

For the 2026/2027 academic year, the listed tuition fees are €2,694 for EU/EEA students, €22,200 for non-EU/EEA students, and €21,200 for the institutional fee category. The programme lists start dates of 1 February 2027 and 1 September 2027, with an application deadline of 15 October 2026 for the February intake and 1 May 2027 for the September intake. The programme is listed with NVAO accreditation.