Master of Accounting in Forensic Analysis
Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Master of Accounting in Forensic Analysis is designed to equip you with knowledge and skills in forensic accounting, including legal and ethical foundations, investigation-focused learning, and the ability to research and apply evidence in professional and ethical ways.
The programme includes 13 coursework modules (including Research Methodology) plus a project, and it also includes a set of pre-requisite modules for non-accounting students.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Pre-requisite modules for non-accounting students: Cost Accounting Fundamentals
- Pre-requisite modules for non-accounting students: Financial Accounting Fundamentals 1
- Pre-requisite modules for non-accounting students: Financial Accounting Fundamentals 2
- Quantitative Methods for Decision Making
- Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
- Criminology and Legal Framework
- Cybercrime and Investigation
- Forensic Analytics in Financial Statements
- Professional Auditing: Theories and Practices
- Research Methodology
- Project
Curriculum
Credit hours programme. Total credits for Master of Accounting in Forensic Analysis are published by MQA as 45 credits. The programme webpage lists modules, but a semester-by-semester Credit hours table is not available in the official pages retrieved for this enrichment.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | N/A | Quantitative Methods for Decision Making | ||
| Managerial Finance | ||||
| Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination | ||||
| Professional Auditing: Theories and Practices | ||||
| Advanced Corporate Reporting and Analysis | ||||
| Managerial Economics | ||||
| Semester 2 | N/A | Forensic Analytics in Financial Statements | ||
| Criminology and Legal Framework | ||||
| Cybercrime and Investigation | ||||
| Research Methodology | ||||
| Global Strategic Management | ||||
| Accounting Information Systems | ||||
| Management Accounting for Decision Making | ||||
| Final | N/A | Project | ||
| Total | 13 coursework modules (including Research Methodology module) and a Project | |||
Career outcomes
- You build court-ready forensic accounting capability, combining investigation and legal framework knowledge to support evidence-based financial decisions.
- You develop practical skills for roles such as Forensic Accountant, Investigative Accountant, Forensic Investigator, and Fraud Investigator through focused forensic and investigation modules.
- You strengthen audit and risk readiness for positions like External Auditor, Internal Auditor, Audit Consultant, and Risk Assurance Associate using advanced auditing and analytics subjects.
- You gain investigative and digital competence through modules like Cybercrime and Investigation and Forensic Analytics in Financial Statements, supporting modern fraud detection workflows.
- You are prepared to communicate investigation results effectively with professional writing and oral presentation outcomes tied to forensic research and project work.
- You can progress toward leadership and specialist roles such as Risk Department Manager and Forensic Advisor as your experience grows in forensic and assurance work.
Employability rate
Forensic accounting and related accounting graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting ongoing hiring demand for audit, risk, compliance, and financial investigation talent.
Together, these figures point to a reasonably stable outlook when you strengthen forensic, analytical, and investigative skills during your master’s program.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants require a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 (or its equivalent as accepted by the Senate). If the CGPA is at least 2.50 but below 2.75, it can be accepted subject to a rigorous internal assessment; below 2.50 may be accepted with a minimum 5 years’ working experience in the relevant fields. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields require a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and minimum 5 years’ working experience in the relevant fields or any accounting-related field, subject to internal assessment and passing pre-requisite courses. Relevant professional accounting qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s degree may also be accepted as accepted by the Senate. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Finance | Direct match | Applicants are assessed based on the APU programme entry requirements for a Bachelor’s degree in related fields and any required pre-requisite courses for non-accounting backgrounds. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the English language requirement stated for this programme. The APU page for international students indicates an IELTS requirement, with an exemption option for students from English-speaking countries or those whose previous degree was taught in English (with supporting documents for the exemption).
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 42000 / total program | Total for International: RM 42,000. Fees stated exclude deposits and other miscellaneous fees, and exclude the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by the Malaysian Government. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants applying for a student pass generally need to show they have sufficient funds for tuition and living costs during their studies. For the exact bank or sponsor requirements, follow the university’s international student visa application instructions and submit the documents requested during your application.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | August - Summer intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | August 03, 2026 | November 30, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | August 03, 2026 | November 30, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | August 03, 2026 | November 30, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | August - Summer intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | August - Summer intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Request an offer letter
Submit your application for the Master of Accounting in Forensic Analysis through the APU admissions process. Your application is used to determine your eligibility and produce an offer letter if you meet the requirements. Make sure you prepare your academic documents to support your CGPA/grade and your related-field background.
Submit documents for your student pass processing
After your application is considered, you will be guided to submit the required documents together with your international student visa application fees. APU states that it will submit the student pass application to EMGS once it receives your complete documents and the required visa and application fees. This step is part of the process to obtain your Student Pass approval (e-VAL).
Receive Student Pass approval and apply for your visa to enter Malaysia
APU’s international student procedure indicates that once you receive your Student Pass Approval Letter (e-VAL), you must obtain the visa to enter Malaysia for the purpose of studying. The university also lists countries with specific single-entry visa requirements with the e-VAL. Follow the instructions provided by APU and your local Malaysia visa channel after you receive e-VAL.