Master
Accounting, Auditing and Control
★ StudyPath verdict
7.2/10
Best for students seeking rigorous accounting and auditing training within a top-ranked European economics faculty in Rotterdam; consider the programme's practical focus and industry connections alongside the need for more transparent outco
Tuition · Intl
↗?
intl not published · EU: €2,694 ↗
Duration
1 year
60 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2023
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗330
DUO ↑31% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗34:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
3 direct routes ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.7/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗98%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,302
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 24 Jun 2026
About this program
Think critically. Master the latest rules and become an expert in finance and economics.
Go international through courses that will get you to the top in, e.g., accounting, auditing, controlling or consultancy. Master the ins and outs of collecting, categorising, summarising, analysing and using financial data. Get the techniques and frameworks you need to evaluate how auditing and control are done.
Erasmus School of Economics has a strong international reputation. Rotterdam is a world hub for trade and business. Lay a solid foundation from core courses, and build on it by participating actively in intensive seminars. Present papers, dig into the literature, including case studies, and engage critically in discussions. Get on track for your professional qualification as an auditor or a controller, and take advantage of the growing demand for auditors and controllers in auditing firms, industrial giants and management consultancies.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English60 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: EconomicsSector: Economie en BedrijfCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
About Erasmus University Rotterdam
Erasmus University Rotterdam, named after the famous Dutch humanist, is a leading research university founded in 1913. Home to Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), one of Europe's top business schools, and strong medicine program. Located in modern, architecturally innovative Rotterdam.
Living in Rotterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€580/mo
Monthly total
€850–€1,600
Cost of living
Medium
Population
651k
Modern, innovative, and business-oriented. Rotterdam is less touristy than Amsterdam, offering a more authentic Dutch experience. The city is known for its contemporary architecture and entrepreneurial spirit.
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Tracks from HOVI
Accounting and ControlSpecialisation
The Master specialisation Accounting and Control prepares you in the best possible way for a position as a business controller. From Accounting Process Management and Accounting Bu…
Accounting and AuditingSpecialisation
The interactive Accounting and Auditing programme prepares you for playing a pivotal role in the accounting, auditing or assurance branch. This programme covers all theoretical and…
Accounting and FinanceSpecialisation
With the combination of financial accounting, management control and finance, this specialisation offers an all-round perspective on financial issues. This programme covers topics …
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Below average job-market outlookfield: financieel management en administratie
Median starting salary (field)€3,302/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating98%
Months to a substantial job3
Working in their own field86%
Permanent contract83%
Satisfied with their job4.3/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Accountants61%
Vakspecialisten boekhouding16%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree75%
Women among first-years38%
Say workload is “just right”62%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.7/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 59 respondents
Content & set-up3.8
Teachers4
Atmosphere4
Involvement & contact4
Study guidance3.8
Testing & assessment3.7
Facilities4
Career preparation3.7
Teachers' English4.5
Would choose again3.8
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2026-05-01
Application deadline
2027-05-01
Non-EU deadline
2027-05-01
Upcoming open days
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- TOEFL computer based: 232
- TOEFL internet based: 90
Scholarships
Erasmus Trustfonds and TSH Changemaker Scholarshiptuition, housing, €600/month, and mentorship for eligible underrepresented master's students
FUNED10% tuition-fee discount plus loan/scholarship/financial support for eligible students
Internships
?No data yet
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