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Enhance your accounting career by gaining the skills to investigate fraud with SNHU's online forensic accounting degree program. With this 36-credit-minimum master's in forensic accounting, you will learn how forensic accounting principles can be applied in complex financial transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions, bankruptcies, and contract disputes; discover how forensic accounting findings are used in court cases to prosecute white-collar criminals; and earn the credit hours needed in most states to take the CPA exam.

In addition to advanced accounting principles, MS in Accounting-Forensic Accounting Concentration courses focus on the investigation of financial records to detect fraud, theft, and malfeasance.

Earn your forensic accounting degree online or at one of SNHU’s regional centers. This 36-credit-minimum program is ideal for students with an undergraduate degree in business or accounting and two years of experience in the accounting field.

Gain Knowledge and Skills to Investigate and Defend Against Fraud

Students in the forensic accounting master's degree program graduate with an understanding of:

- The characteristics of fraud, fraud prevention and detection, investigative techniques, and
asset recovery.

- How forensic accounting and fraud examination are applied in civil and criminal cases.

- How to review, detect and investigate possible financial statement fraud.

- How to use the latest technology to help detect and investigate white-collar crimes.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or should anticipate completion of a bachelor's degree before enrollment in the graduate program.

International applicants
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- Applicants should have the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree

- Applicants will require the equivalent of 2.75 on a 4.0 grading scale for admission consideration.

- Applicants who have some master’s level academic work may be eligible for transfer credits or exemptions.

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency as evidenced by: TOEFL score 79-80 and greater, IELTS 6.5 and greater, PPTE 54 and greater, ELS 107 and greater, Michigan 90 and greater. It is recommended that you have TOEFL and IELTS results sent directly to SNHU to avoid delays. SNHU’s TOEFL code is 3649. The TOIEC examination is not accepted.

- English Bridge Applicants with the following scores will start in a bridge program combining English courses and academic courses: TOEFL 71-78, IELTS 6, PTE 49-53, ELS 112, EF 106, Michigan 85-89. English as a Second Language (ESL): Students with scores of TOEFL less than 71, IELTS less than 6.0, PTE less than 48, ELS less than 112, EF less than 106, and Michigan less than 85, can register and attend English as a Second Language (ESL) program

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Specialize in taxation to enhance your career opportunities with a master's in accounting and taxation. The master's in Accounting with a Concentration in Taxation will introduce you to key concepts, rules and practices involving areas such as income taxation for individuals, corporations and partnerships, as well as excise tax on estates and goods. Through practical, interactive course work, you will gain the analytical and technical skills public and private companies, and municipal agencies require in their accounting professionals. Earning this master's in taxation online also allows candidates to sit for the CPA exam in most states, which can further advance your earning potential.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or should anticipate completion of a bachelor's degree before enrollment in the graduate program.

International applicants
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- Applicants should have the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree

- Applicants will require the equivalent of 2.75 on a 4.0 grading scale for admission consideration.

- Applicants who have some master’s level academic work may be eligible for transfer credits or exemptions.

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency as evidenced by: TOEFL score 79-80 and greater, IELTS 6.5 and greater, PPTE 54 and greater, ELS 107 and greater, Michigan 90 and greater. It is recommended that you have TOEFL and IELTS results sent directly to SNHU to avoid delays. SNHU’s TOEFL code is 3649. The TOIEC examination is not accepted.

- English Bridge Applicants with the following scores will start in a bridge program combining English courses and academic courses: TOEFL 71-78, IELTS 6, PTE 49-53, ELS 112, EF 106, Michigan 85-89. English as a Second Language (ESL): Students with scores of TOEFL less than 71, IELTS less than 6.0, PTE less than 48, ELS less than 112, EF less than 106, and Michigan less than 85, can register and attend English as a Second Language (ESL) program

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Graduates of degree courses other than accounting may later wish to enhance their management skills or become professional accountants by undertaking a conversion course such as this MACPP. A conversion course enables graduates with non-accounting or partial accounting backgrounds to meet the academic requirements for membership of CPA Australia, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants of the UK. The course focuses on contemporary knowledge and skills required for practise as a public or chartered accountant; effective management; accountability and control; and effective decision-making for financial success.

Studies in the Master of Accounting (Professional Practice) will provide the technical and conceptual skills required to become a competent accountant, and will develop students' abilities to analyse, criticise and synthesise various accounting and related principles, methods and techniques. The skills and knowledge gained from this course will prepare students to be effective managers or financial analysts. Graduates find employment as accountants or financial analysts, and may increase promotional opportunities in their existing occupations.

The course also provides the opportunity for professional practice experience and/or research and training in business communications.

Professional Practice placements are limited and may not be available in every state and territory. Students are responsible for making their own travel and accommodation arrangements and meeting all associated costs.
Students wishing to undertake Professional Practice units should first undertake a preliminary interview with the Head of School. Please be aware the Professional Practice units will not be introduced at CDU Sydney until 2015.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree in any discipline.

Applicants who have fully satisfied the entry requirements of the accounting professional bodies in their first degree are not eligible for entry. Applicants who may have partially satisfied the entry requirements of the accounting professional bodies in their first degree are required to have their qualifications assessed by CPA Australia or the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia to ensure that they will exit with the academic qualification required for accreditation by the Australian Professional Accounting Bodies.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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Gain professional skills and expertise about critical accounting and finance principals with SNHU's master's in accounting and finance, available online and on campus.

Corporations and organizations large and small are in need of qualified, trained accounting and financial professionals who understand the importance of accurate quantitative analysis on decision-making and strategy and compliance with strict financial statement rules and regulations.

Earn your MS in Accounting and Finance online or on campus and gain the tools to help these entities thrive. Topics include:

Professional auditing methods
Cost analysis
Using the latest technology to evaluate financial records
Individual and corporate tax preparation
Financial reporting and management
Budgeting and financing

Developed with input from our corporate partners such as Fidelity, our MS in Accounting and Finance degree program can open up a variety of career opportunities in for-profit, nonprofit and municipal sectors.

Build Industry Skills with Professional Faculty

Your professors bring decades of accounting and financial experience into the course work. They understand the skills that are needed in the workplace today and how to prepare you to meet those needs because they apply what they teach in the real world.

Employment Opportunities

Careers in accounting and finance can be found in nearly every type of business endeavor. The outlook for the types of professions you can explore with an SNHU Accounting and Finance MS degree appear strong well into the future. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, management, business and financial occupations are expected to grow more than 10 percent through 2018. Among the BLS’s occupations with the largest projected job growth through 2018 are accountants and auditors (22 percent), management analysts (24 percent), and bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks (10 percent).

Additional positions you may qualify for after earning your MS in Accounting and Finance online or on campus at SNHU include:

Public and corporate accountant
Personal financial planner
Investment analyst
Auditor
Budget analyst
Financial reporting and management professional
Tax preparation and planning specialist
Record and bookkeeper

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or should anticipate completion of a bachelor's degree before enrollment in the graduate program.

International applicants
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- Applicants should have the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree

- Applicants will require the equivalent of 2.75 on a 4.0 grading scale for admission consideration.

- Applicants who have some master’s level academic work may be eligible for transfer credits or exemptions.

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency as evidenced by: TOEFL score 79-80 and greater, IELTS 6.5 and greater, PPTE 54 and greater, ELS 107 and greater, Michigan 90 and greater. It is recommended that you have TOEFL and IELTS results sent directly to SNHU to avoid delays. SNHU’s TOEFL code is 3649. The TOIEC examination is not accepted.

- English Bridge Applicants with the following scores will start in a bridge program combining English courses and academic courses: TOEFL 71-78, IELTS 6, PTE 49-53, ELS 112, EF 106, Michigan 85-89. English as a Second Language (ESL): Students with scores of TOEFL less than 71, IELTS less than 6.0, PTE less than 48, ELS less than 112, EF less than 106, and Michigan less than 85, can register and attend English as a Second Language (ESL) program

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Taught from the practitioner's perspective, our curriculum in the Master of Accounting & Financial Management (MAFM) degree program can help you master the skills necessary to break through in the world of accounting and finance. The Master of Accounting and Financial Management program covers more than management coursework to provide an education that includes accounting and financial skills, with classes in managerial accounting, financial analysis, external and operational auditing, and taxation.

Students are also able to further focus their Master of Accounting & Financial Management program with one of three emphases: Finance, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

If you're a CPA candidate, our Master's in Accounting & Financial Management program curriculum can put you at a unique advantage because it integrates Becker Professional Education's proven CPA Exam Review. Students who prepare with Becker pass the CPA Exam at double the rate of non-Becker candidates.1

For over 50 years, Becker has been the leader in CPA review preparing over 400,000 candidates for the CPA Exam. And because Becker's proven exam review is infused into Keller's CPA preparation courses, you can prepare for the CPA Exam and earn your master's degree simultaneously, helping you save time and tuition. Additionally, you can earn academic credits that may help satisfy the sitting and/or licensing requirements in your state. Students must check with their state board of accountancy for eligibility requirements.

The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Board of Commissioners has granted accreditation to DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management Accounting & Financial Management Master's degree program.* ACBSP is one of three major accrediting agencies for business schools and is a leading specialized accrediting agency for business education. This recognition certifies that programs offered through DeVry University's College of Business & Management meet the rigorous educational standards established by ACBSP.

Other Fees

Textbook and Materials Expense: $2,625

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