Introducing Professor Moise Louisy-Louis: EDHEC’s New Academic Director for the MSc in Accounting & Finance

Meet the new Programme Director: Moise Louisy-Louis

Professor Moise Louisy-Louis is an accomplished scholar and practitioner in international accounting and corporate finance, with a passion for education and innovation. His approach to teaching goes beyond traditional frameworks, focusing on making accounting both accessible and meaningful to students.

"Accounting tells a story," he says. "Too often, students view accounting as just maths or complex analysis, but it’s really about organising data in ways that influence organisations and help them achieve their goals." 

 

With his guidance, the MSc in Accounting & Finance is set to further enhance its reputation as a programme that blends academic rigour with real-world application.

About the MSc in Accounting & Finance Programme

EDHEC’s MSc in Accounting & Finance equips students with the skills and expertise to excel in accounting, financial analysis, and corporate finance. The programme offers:

• Advanced technical skills: With a focus on financial valuation, complex tax mechanisms, and analytical problem-solving, students are well-prepared for technical challenges in the field.
• Practical industry experience: Partnerships with leading firms such as PwC enable hands-on learning through case studies and roundtables, bridging the gap between theory and practice.
• Future-forward curriculum: Topics like the intersection of accounting and global challenges, such as climate change, are integrated to ensure graduates are equipped for evolving business landscapes.

Graduates pursue careers in auditing, consulting, transaction services, and equity research, bolstered by the programme’s holistic approach to education.

What sets EDHEC’s MSc in Accounting & Finance apart?

1. Strong industry integration
The MSc in Accounting & Finance benefits from its collaboration with PwC, whose consultants engage with students through interactive sessions and real-world case studies.

 "PwC helps us refresh our approach," says Professor Louisy-Louis. "Through brainstorming and collaboration, we ensure our students are aligned with the latest market trends."

2. Global perspectives
Courses such as international accounting expose students to diverse practices and their impact on decision-making in an interconnected world.

 

3. Societal impact
Addressing challenges like climate change, the curriculum explores how accounting can guide organisations toward sustainability.

 "We focus on how accounting influences decisions that shape our world," adds Professor Louisy-Louis.

4. Dual expertise
Graduates emerge with advanced competencies in accounting and corporate finance, making them versatile professionals prepared for a range of career opportunities.

Professor Moise Louisy-Louis’ vision

As the new Academic Director, Professor Louisy-Louis is spearheading initiatives to enhance the MSc in Accounting & Finance, including:

• Modernised curriculum: Introducing emerging topics such as ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) integration in financial reporting.
• Expanded industry collaboration: Building partnerships to increase experiential learning opportunities.
• Strategic decision-making focus: Training students to understand how financial information drives broader organisational strategies.

 "We’re not just preparing students to solve accounting problems," he explains. "We’re equipping them to lead organisations toward responsible and effective decision-making."

 

Shaping the future of financial leadership

With a strong curriculum and Professor Moise Louisy-Louis’ dynamic leadership, EDHEC’s MSc in Accounting & Finance continues to be a benchmark for innovation in financial education. The programme prepares graduates to excel in complex global markets, from equity research to transaction advisory services.

 "Our goal is to produce leaders who combine technical expertise with a vision for impactful decision-making," says Professor Moise Louisy-Louis.

For more details about the MSc in Accounting & Finance, visit EDHEC’s official webpage.