MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY DEGREE IN FORENSIC ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING

MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY DEGREE IN FORENSIC ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING

The Master of Technology Degree in Forensic Accounting and Auditing furnishes students with relevant modern-day technology and tools to explore innumerable forensic accounting and auditing issues around the globe. The programme provides in-depth forensic investigative and analytic expertise in guiding fraud investigations through the study of a combination of theoretical, hands-on and technologically enhanced courses. The degree combines specialized forensic accounting and auditing knowledge, modern technology, law, digital forensics and skills with a practitioner’s experience, expertise and objectivity. In addition, the Master’s degree seeks to advance knowledge and practical expertise in the prevention, detection and investigation of diverse fraud schemes. The programme provides a progressive, challenging and stimulating scholarship and application of forensic accounting and fraud investigation tools, models and techniques in the prevention and investigation of fraud, corruption, cyber-fraud and bribery.

Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)

At the end of the programme graduates are expected to:

• Conduct forensic accounting investigations.
• Prepare forensic reports for both private and public use.
• Apply forensic evidence management techniques.
• Apply big data and data analytics in solving real-world complex financial crimes.
• Demonstrate the usage of forensic accounting software/tools.
• Evaluate fraud risk management frameworks, systems and models.
• Design anti-corruption and integrity management programmes.
• Develop forensic investigation tools, software, models, and simulations.

Programme Structure