Master of Accounting in Forensic Analysis

This programme is designed to equip students with both the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary for forensic accounting, including legal frameworks, financial investigations, and professional ethics. Students will gain the ability to critically assess financial information, conduct investigations into fraud, and communicate their findings effectively in both corporate and legal settings.

The programme also integrates FinTech knowledge relevant to the accounting and finance sectors, enabling graduates to apply technological solutions in the forensic accounting field.

General Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

• Bachelor’s degree in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75, or its equivalent qualification as accepted by the Senate.
• Bachelor’s degree in related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.75 can be accepted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment.
• Bachelor’s degree in related fields below a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 as accepted by the Senate and with minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant fields or any working experience in the Accounting related fields, subject to a rigorous internal assessment and passing pre-requisite courses.
• Relevant professional accounting qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s degree as accepted by the Senate.

Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
 

English Requirements

International Students

• IELTS : 5.5
   

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Students from English speaking countries and those with qualifications taught in English (previous Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree taught in English) are exempted from English requirements. Applications for exemption must be accompanied by supporting documents.

Pre-Requisite Modules (for non-accounting students)
Duration: 1 month (Full-time) 

• Cost Accounting Fundamentals
• Financial Accounting Fundamentals 1
• Financial Accounting Fundamentals 2

Modules

• Quantitative Methods for Decision Making
• Managerial Finance
• Management Accounting for Decision Making
• Management Control and Audit
• Financial Accounting and Reporting
• Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
• Forensic Accounting Engagement
• Financial Statement Fraud
• Accounting Information Systems
• Research Methodology
• Anti-Money Laundering
• Cybercrime and Investigation
• Criminology and Legal Framework
• Project

Graduates of this programme can pursue careers as forensic accountants, auditors, fraud investigators, risk managers, and financial consultants in both the public and private sectors.

Typical career paths include:

• Forensic Accountant
• External Auditor
• Risk Department Manager
• Internal Auditor
• Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
• Forensic Investigator
• Investigative Accountant
• Audit Consultant