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The MSc Forensic Accounting is designed to train professionals to apply their expertise in litigation support, investigation, and dispute resolution. Graduates will also acquire the skills to protect systems, networks, and data from cyber threats, ensuring the security of sensitive information. The programme equips students to scientifically analyse and resolve financial crimes and related challenges across government, private sector, and SMEs, while building the theoretical foundation necessary for further academic research.
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At the end of this programme, students will be able to:
- Perform forensic and cyber research to trace funds and identify assets for recovery.
- Conduct forensic and cyber analysis of financial data.
- Prepare forensic and cyber accounting reports from financial findings.
- Compile analytical data for litigation and testify when required.
- Protect information, preserve system integrity, manage risk, and support organizations in recovering from cyber-attacks.
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- A good first degree with at least a 2nd Class Lower in Accounting, Finance, or related fields (BBA Accounting, BSc Accounting & Finance, BCom, ICA-Ghana, ACCA-UK, CIMA-UK, CITLFA, etc.).
- Applicants with a 3rd Class degree and relevant work experience may be considered, subject to passing a selection exam and interview.
- Applicants without an Accounting background must complete a one-semester Department Foundation Programme before entry.
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Programme Duration: 18 Months
Semester I (18 Credit Hours)
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours FAC 501 Research Methodology in Forensic Accounting and Cyber Security 3 FAC 503 Corporate Governance and Ethics 3 FAC 505 Advanced Accounting Information System 3 FAC 507 Advanced Forensic Accounting and Audit Investigations 3 FAC 509 Forensic Financial Statement Analysis 3 FAC 511 Advanced Business Law and Taxation 3 Semester II (18 Credit Hours)
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours FAC 502 Forensic Issues in Public Financial Management 3 FAC 504 Cyber Crime and Fraud Examination 3 FAC 506 Forensic Audit Investigations and Assurance 3 FAC 508 Advanced Financial Reporting and Business Analytics 3 FAC 510 Tax Audit and Investigation 3 FAC 512 Seminar in Forensic Accounting and Cyber Security 3 Semester III (18 Credit Hours)
Course Code Course Name Credit Hours FAC 513 Advanced Financial Crimes, Cyber Security and Digital Forensics 3 FAC 515 Advanced Business Forensic and Ethical Consultancy 3 FAC 517 Advanced Forensic and Cyber Law 3 FAC 519 Thesis in Forensic Accounting and Cyber Security 6 Electives (Choose One) FAC 521 Advanced Tax, Fiscal and Monetary Policy 3 FAC 523 Advanced Cost and Management Accounting 3 FAC 525 Natural Resources Accounting and Cross Border Taxation 3 -
Graduates of the MSc Forensic Accounting programme can pursue careers in:
- Banks and financial institutions
- Government agencies and departments
- Insurance companies
- Law firms and security services
- Risk management firms
- Accounting, auditing, and tax consultancy
- Cybersecurity analysis and digital forensics
- Financial crime investigation
- Investment and data protection roles
- IT security, compliance, and system administration
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Chartered Institute of Tax Law and Forensic Accountants (CITLFA), Ghana
- Full exemptions – no papers required at lower levels.
- Direct entry to Chartered Level with full membership.
Chartered Institute of Financial and Investment Analysts (CIFIAG), Ghana
- Exemptions granted – only one paper required at the Chartered Level.
- Submission of a 30+ page research project on an approved topic.
- Successful graduates awarded Chartered Financial and Investment Analyst designation with full membership.
MSc Forensic Accounting