Graduate Certificate of Forensic Accounting

Macquarie University

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Overview Forensic accountants are highly skilled in analysing and preparing financial information for a court of law.

Forensic Accounting is a field that requires a combination of accounting, auditing, law and investigative skills and knowledge.

The aim of this program is to produce graduates within this highly specialised field.

Macquarie University … For more content click the Read More button below.Forensic accountants are highly skilled in analysing and preparing financial information for a court of law.

Forensic Accounting is a field that requires a combination of accounting, auditing, law and investigative skills and knowledge.

The aim of this program is to produce graduates within this highly specialised field.

Macquarie University will be the only university in Sydney offering a Graduate Certificate of Forensic Accounting and is the only Australian university program that CA ANZ has agreed to accredit.Read More

Entry requirements

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Inherent requirements are the essential components of a course or program necessary for a student to successfully achieve the core learning outcomes of a course or program. Students must meet the inherent requirements to complete their Macquarie University course or program. For more information see https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/inherent-requirements. Inherent requirements for Macquarie University programs fall under the following categories:

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The physical inherent requirement is to have the physical capabilities to safely and effectively perform the activities necessary to undertake the learning activities and achieve the learning outcomes of an award.

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The inherent requirement for cognition is possessing the intellectual, conceptual, integrative and quantitative capabilities to undertake the learning activities and achieve the learning outcomes of an award.

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The inherent requirement for communication is the capacity to communicate information, thoughts and ideas through a variety of mediums and with a range of audiences.

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The behavioural inherent requirement is the capacity to sustain appropriate behaviour over the duration of units of study to engage in activities necessary to undertake the learning activities and achieve the learning outcomes of an award.

Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of forensic accounting, fraud detection and the legal system.
2. Apply advanced technical skills in fraud detection, dispute resolution and legal obligations to forensic accounting engagements.
3. Critically appraise financial records and information and evaluate issues related to their preparation and use.
4. Solve complex problems and transform data to conduct fraud investigations.
5. Communicate effectively and appropriately in a professional environment.

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