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Master of Forensic Accounting
Testamur Title of Degree: |
Master of Forensic Accounting |
Abbreviation: |
MForAccy |
Home Faculty: |
Commerce |
Duration: |
1 year full-time or part-time equivalent |
Total Credit Points: |
48 |
Delivery Mode: |
On campus (Modular - compulsory 2-3 full days intensive program per subject) |
Starting Session(s): |
Autumn |
Location: |
Wollongong |
UOW Course Code: |
1541 |
CRICOS Code: |
046874C |
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.
Credit Transfer
Credit will be available for ACCY950 for 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 |
Compliance, Assurance and Governance |
Spring |
6 |
** Exit option of Graduate Certificate of Forensic Accounting after the completion of these subjects.
Other information
Further information is available at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/ or email: accfin@uow.edu.au