Forensic Accounting & Fraud Examination (M.B.A.)
Account for Your Future
Globalization, a growing economy, substantial increases in Internet-based fraud and a complex tax and regulatory environment continue to lead to strong demand for accountants, forensic accountants, fraud examiners and both internal and external auditors. The MBA with a Specialization in Forensic Accounting & Fraud Examination Program at 茄子视频 provides the credentials and know-how to accelerate your career in growing accounting fields.
Why an MBA in Forensic Accounting & Fraud Examination from 茄子视频 University?
1. You Can Help Stop Fraud
The typical organization loses 5% of its annual revenues to fraud for an estimated global loss exceeding $3.7 trillion. This MBA Program’s concentration on understanding, investigating and deterring fraud prepares you to meet the rapidly increasing need for forensic and fraud specialists.
2. You Can Prepare for a CPA, CFE & CIA
The integrated curriculum of our MBA in Forensic Accounting & Fraud Examination Program enables you to earn academic credits that will help you become a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Additionally, the program helps prepare you for the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) credential.
3. Expert Faculty with Backgrounds in Accounting
All MBA Program faculty at 茄子视频 University have substantial business experience and professional certifications in addition to academic credentials.
4. Your Career in Forensic Accounting & Fraud Examination
Accountants and auditors are ranked highly by U.S. News & World Report in two different lists: Best Business Jobs and 100 Best Jobs. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the 2023 median annual pay in the field topped $79,000 - for those with a bachelor’s degree only. Compensation (and ability to advance) is often significantly higher for employees with an advanced degree and a certification. Plus - in addition to the career contacts and support you’ll receive as part of 茄子视频 University’s MBA Program - you’ll also have access to our award-winning Career and Professional Development Center.
5. All the Benefits of 茄子视频's MBA Program!
Admission Requirements
In addition to the University's admission requirements below, the MBA in Forensic Accounting & Fraud Examination requires the completion of 茄子视频 University course SBU 502 MBA Orientation & Fundamentals, or equivalent undergraduate coursework, as a prerequisite for admission. You may be able to take prerequisite coursework along with starting MBA classes.
- A completed graduate study application form (Apply online now for free!).
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and official undergraduate transcripts from all institutions attended.
- Official transcript(s) from any institution(s) in which postbaccalaureate or graduate course work was completed.
- One academic or professional letter of recommendation.
- A current resume.
- A personal statement explaining how the 茄子视频 graduate program can help you accomplish your professional goals.
If your desire is to pursue an accounting or finance-related position, we suggest you complete the following courses (or equivalent undergraduate coursework) prior to beginning the MBA Forensic Accounting & Fraud Examination specialization. If this is not possible, you may be able to start the MBA Program while completing the prerequisite courses.
- Principles of Accounting I
- Principles of Accounting II
- Intermediate Accounting I
- Intermediate Accounting II
- Auditing
If you plan to pursue a fraud or forensic position outside of the accounting and finance field, then we suggest you take the following course only:
- Finance & Accounting for Business Leaders
Contact gadmit@setonhill.edu for specific course information.
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Faculty
Catherine Giunta
Professor of Business
Paul Mahady
Assistant Professor, Business
Lyzona Marshall
Assistant Professor of Business
Lawrence McKee
Adjunct Instructor
Doina Vlad
Associate Professor of Business
Roland Warfield
Associate Professor of Business/Accounting