MSc. Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
Why Study for an MSc. Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination programme at the University of Ghana Business School?
The MSc forensic accounting and fraud examination programme is the first masters’ programme of its kind in Ghana with a direct emphasis on forensic science and accounting in the public and private sectors. The uniqueness of the programme can be seen in the variety of courses to be taught on the programme with specific emphasis on forensic audit and fraud investigation in the public and private sector. The MSc in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination is aimed at preparing students to scientifically analyze economic and financial crimes and related problems regarding dispute resolution, expert witness and reporting, expert litigation support and cyber and digital inquiries; develop appropriate solution, and to see to the efficient and effective implementation of the solution.
COURSE CONTENTS
Course Code | Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|
MSFE 601 | Forensic Financial Analysis | 3 |
MSFE 603 | Financial Crime and Law | 3 |
MSFE 605 | Forensic Audit | 3 |
MSFE 607 | Ethics and Accountability | 3 |
MSFE 609 | Research Methods | 3 |
15 | ||
Elective | (3 credits to be taken) | |
MSFE 611 | Audit and Assurance | 3 |
MSFE 613 | Cyber Forensics and Prevention | 3 |
MSFE 615 | Computerized Accounting Techniques | 3 |
Long Essay | - | |
Total | 15-18 |
Course Code | Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|
MSFE 602 | Fraud Examination and Investigation | 3 |
MSFE 604 | Anti-Money Laundering & Countering of Terrorist Financing | 3 |
MSFE 606 | Financial Risk Modelling | 3 |
MSFE 608 | Psychology of Fraud | 3 |
MSFE 612 | Tax Audit and Investigation | 3 |
15 | ||
Elective | (3 credits to be taken) | |
MSFE 614 | Enterprise Risk Management | 3 |
MSFE 616 | Internal Audit and Compliance | 3 |
MSFE 618 | Enterprise Resource Planning Systems | 3 |
Total | 15-18 |
Physical Address:
One-Year Special Programmes Office
University of Ghana Business School Graduate Building (UPSA Junction, Opposite Goil Filling Station), 3rd Floor, Room 3W9.
Mail:
The Coordinator, MSc. Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination, Department of Accounting,
P.O. Box LG 78, University of Ghana Business School, Legon, Accra, Ghana.