About Dr Jay Jung
Dr Jay Jung is a Senior Lecturer in Accounting at Bayes Business School, City St George’s, University of London. He is the Course Director of the International Accounting and Finance MSc and the International Accounting and Finance with Management MSc at Bayes Business School. He also serves as the Director of Academic Research at the Centre for Financial Analysis and Reporting Research (CeFARR). Dr Jung is a Representative Member of the European Corporate Governance Institute and a Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy.
His research focuses on financial analysts and capital markets, and his work has been published in leading peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of Accounting and Economics. His research has been featured in international media including Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance, Le Monde and NBC News Radio. He has presented his research at more than 30 international conferences and 40 university seminars worldwide.
Dr Jung contributes to the academic community through editorial roles, serving as an ad hoc Associate Editor of the British Accounting Review and as a board member for both British Accounting Review and European Accounting Review. He also reviews for top journals including The Accounting Review and Management Science, and has received multiple Excellence in Reviewing awards.
He has taught across executive, MBA, undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels.
How the International Accounting and Finance MSc courses prepare students for the future
Bayes Business School offers two MSc courses in this area: the International Accounting and Finance MSc and the International Accounting and Finance with Management MSc. Both courses equip students with a strong understanding of accounting and finance, analytical expertise, and practical experience, while the Management course adds broader strategic and leadership skills for students aiming for managerial roles.
Industry-focused learning
Both MSc courses combine academic theory with real-world applications through company visits, guest lectures, and engagement with industry professionals. Students gain insight into organisational decision-making, financial processes, and international business operations.
- International Accounting and Finance MSc focuses on advanced accounting, corporate finance, and analytics, preparing students for technical and analytical roles in finance.
- International Accounting and Finance with Management MSc includes additional modules in strategy, leadership, organisational behaviour, and international business, preparing students for leadership positions alongside technical expertise.
Comprehensive skill development
Students across both MSc courses develop skills including:
- Financial reporting, interpretation and analysis
- Contemporary corporate finance and investment valuation
- Analytics for accounting and business
- Strategic thinking, leadership and managerial decision-making (Management MSc)
- Integration of finance knowledge with broader business strategy (Management MSc)
These skills are developed through core modules, electives, case studies, and applied projects.
Industry engagement and networks
Students benefit from experiential learning, networking opportunities, and practitioner-led workshops. The Management MSc adds exposure to strategic and leadership-focused discussions with senior industry professionals.
Career preparation
Graduates from both MSc courses are prepared for roles across accounting, finance, consultancy, and corporate management:
- International Accounting and Finance MSc graduates typically enter roles such as audit associate, consultant, tax associate, auditor, and financial analyst.
- International Accounting and Finance with Management MSc graduates are prepared for leadership-focused roles such as financial controller, management consultant, finance manager, and other managerial positions in multinational corporations and professional services firms.