Faculty of Commerce

Master of Forensic Accounting

Testamur Title of Degree:

Master of Forensic Accounting

Abbreviation:

MForAccy

Home Faculty:

Commerce

Duration:

1 year or part-time equivalent

Total Credit Points:

48

Delivery Mode:

Modular - compulsory 2-3 full days intensive program per subject (Fri and/or Sat and Sun)

Starting Session(s):

Autumn

Location:

Wollongong

UOW Course Code:

1541

CRICOS Code:

N/A

Overview

The Master of Forensic Accounting emphasises a forensic rather than a control-based or risk management approach to the analysis of corporate governance and the possibility of fraud.

Students will be given a broad-based introduction to the nature and purpose of forensic accounting. The scope and content of all subjects extend well beyond a 'legal' focus and provide an opportunity to study and acquire skills in investigative techniques and the collection of data as well as the skills necessary to not only identify poor management but also unethical and fraudulent activities.

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree with a major in accountancy from a recognised tertiary institution with an average mark of at least 60%. Applicants with a combination of other university qualifications plus relevant professional experience may also be considered.

Advanced Standing

Advanced standing for ACCY950 will be offered to applicants who have completed the CPA Australia or ICAA Program.

Course Program

Subjects

Session

Credit Points

ACCY950

Introductory Forensic Accounting **

Autumn

6

ACCY951

Forensic and Litigation Framework **

Autumn

6

ACCY952

Fraud and Failure **

Autumn

6

ACCY953

Investigative Processes **

Autumn

6

ACCY954

Advanced Investigative Techniques

Spring

6

ACCY957

Independent Accounting Expert Reports

Spring

6

ACCY958

Evidence & the Forensic Accountant

Spring

6

ACCY959

Research Project

Autumn/Spring

6

** Exit option of Graduate Certificate of Forensic Accounting after the completion of these subjects.

Professional Recognition

Recognised by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (ICAA).

Other information

Further information is available at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/ or email: accfin@uow.edu.au