Business Finance and Accounting
Master’s Degree
Duration: 2 years / 4 semesters

What you will learn?

Already have a solid foundation? The Master’s program in Business Finance and Accounting will take your knowledge to the next level, expand your horizons, and equip you with specialized skills opening new career opportunities. During your studies, you will:

• Deepen your expertise in finance, accounting, and law, applying them practically to solve complex problems.
• Understand the utilization of financial data in managerial decision-making.
• Learn advanced financial analysis tools, risk management techniques, and business project evaluation methods.
• Develop skills to operate effectively in dynamic local and international environments.
• Acquire strategic and responsible thinking aimed at career advancement as an expert, leader, or advisor.

Your skills

This Master’s program is more than continuation; it is a leap toward specialized expertise and substantial career growth. After completing this program, you will:

• Effortlessly prepare and interpret financial statements according to international and national standards.
• Skillfully analyze data to draw meaningful conclusions supporting key financial decisions within firms and institutions.
• Gain confidence with analytical tools and finance management technologies.
• Develop presentation and persuasive skills for team interactions and board-level discussions.
• Enhance leadership and project team management competencies.
• Be well-prepared for expert, advisory, managerial roles, or further academic pursuits.

This program is for individuals who continually seek knowledge, deeper understanding, and greater effectiveness.

Strong points of the program

• Combines theoretical knowledge with practical training in data analysis, finance management, and decision-making within complex economic environments.
• Delivers cutting-edge education based on international research, trend analysis, and collaboration with global universities and business partners.
• Courses taught by experienced lecturers with significant consulting and professional expertise.
• Offers practical training using professional software, case studies, and financial analysis methodologies.
• Prepares you for prestigious certifications like ACCA, CIMA, CFA, statutory auditor, or tax advisor.
• Provides an environment that fosters growth through international projects, research collaboration, and strong business connections.

Who should study Business Finance and Accounting?

• Individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of financial mechanisms and accounting practices.
• Professionals aspiring to gain specialized competencies essential for making informed financial decisions under risk.
• Candidates interested in advanced financial data analysis, reporting, auditing, and risk management.
• Those aiming for expert, advisory, or managerial roles in the finance and accounting sectors.
• Individuals seeking market advantage through current knowledge, digital tools, and prestigious certifications.
• Strategically minded individuals who view finance as integral to responsible, modern management.

Career paths and opportunities after graduation

The Master’s in Business Finance and Accounting prepares graduates for specialization in finance, influencing strategic decisions critical to the future of companies and institutions.

• Broad career opportunities across private firms, banks, funds, administrative bodies, and international organizations.
• Opportunities in finance, accounting, consulting, and auditing sectors, domestically and internationally.
• Roles include financial analyst, tax advisor, auditor, financial controller, and team leader positions.
• Acquire competencies crucial for managing finances in startups, small businesses, or advisory firms.
• Preparation for continued education, such as postgraduate programs, MBA, or doctoral studies in international environments.

Contact with the Recruitment Office

E-mail: rekrutacja@wz.uw.edu.pl – for candidates from Poland

admissions@wz.uw.edu.pl – for international candidates

Recruitment Schedule for the 2025/2026 Academic Year

• Registration in the IRK system: June 5, 2025 – July 9, 2025
• Payment of the application fee: June 5, 2025 – July 10, 2025
• Entrance exam: July 17, 2025 (online exam via the campus-rekrutacja platform)
• Announcement of results: July 22, 2025
• Submission of documents by admitted candidates: July 23–25, 2025.
  If there are any shifts on the reserve list, additional two-day submission dates will be posted on the candidate’s individual account in the IRK system.

Fees

Application fee (including payments made from abroad)

Fee for issuing a student ID card (ELS)

Admission Criteria

Candidates will take a written entrance exam in the form of a single-choice test, covering topics in economics, financial and managerial accounting, and finance.
The maximum number of points available is 50. The qualification threshold is 25 points.

Internet Candidate Registration (IRK)

Required Documents

List of documents to be submitted in paper form if admitted to the program.