Master https://accountancy.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/programme/master Tue, 08 Apr 2025 02:10:07 +0000 Joomla! - Open Source Content Management en-gb AC700-Master of Accountancy (by Coursework) https://accountancy.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/programme/master/40-ac700-master-of-accountancy-by-coursework https://accountancy.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/programme/master/40-ac700-master-of-accountancy-by-coursework The Master's programme in Accountancy began in 1996 as a joint collaborative programme between UiTM and Curtin University of Technology, Australia.  Since 1999, the collaborative programme has evolved into UiTM's own Master of Accountancy programme.  This progrmme aims to educate students to be critical, analytical and ethical at the managerial level.  Students may register either for full-time or part-time study for the Master of Accountancy. 

Entry Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Honours) from UiTM or any Institution of Higher Learning (recognized by UiTM Senate) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; or
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Honours) from UiTM or any Institution of Higher Learning (recognized by UiTM Senate) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 with a minimum of 3 years working experience; or
  • Bachelor’s Degree in the related fields with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 or equivalent and must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the faculty; or
  • Bachelor’s Degree in the related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 and a minimum working experience of 3 years and must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by the faculty; or
  • Professional Accounting Qualification (ACCA, CPA (Australia), CIMA, MICPA, ICAEW, or equivalent) recognized by UiTM Senate or
  • Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) candidates, Pass MQA ( Aptitude Test and Portfolio Assessment): Level 7(Master Degree)

Related field: Business Management, Business Administration, Finance, Banking, Investment, and Economics

Note: All relevant qualification must be recognised by UiTM's senate

Courses Offered 
This programme requires students to complete 36 credit units of coursework and 6 credit units of dissertation / applied research. 


Core Courses 
  • Performance Management and Control System
  • Seminar in Public Sector Accounting
  • Advanced Financial Reporting
  • Strategic Information Systems in Business Environment
  • Seminar in Auditing
  • Research Methodology
  • Advanced Financial Statement Analysis
  • Corporate Financial Strategy
  • Contemporary Issues in Taxation
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis
  • Elective 1
  • Elective 2
  • Dissertation

 

 

Elective Courses
  • Issues in Ethics and Governance
  • Advanced Corporate Reporting and Analysis
  • Seminar in Islamic Accounting and Reporting

Duration

Full-time - 1½ years

Part-time - 2 years

]]> Master Thu, 11 Jun 2020 07:21:05 +0000 AC703-Master in Forensic Accounting & Financial Criminology (by Coursework) https://accountancy.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/programme/master/39-ac703-master-in-forensic-accounting-financial-criminology-by-coursework https://accountancy.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/programme/master/39-ac703-master-in-forensic-accounting-financial-criminology-by-coursework The programme aims at producing graduates with a broad-based introduction to the nature and purpose of forensic accounting.  Graduates are exposed to courses well beyond a 'legal' focus and provide an opportunity to study skills in investigative techniques and the collection of data as well as the skills necessary to not only identify poor management but also unethical and fraudulent activities.  Graduates are expected to acquire independent accounting expert witness skills including preparation for court appearance and cross examinations.  Students may register either for full-time or part-time study for the Master in Forensic Accounting & Financial Criminology. 

Entry Requirements 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Honours) from UiTM or any Institution of Higher Learning (recognized by UiTM Senate) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50; or
  • Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) from any Institution of Higher Learning (recognized by UiTM Senate) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; or
  • Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) or Professional Degree from any Institution of Higher Learning(recognized by UiTM Senate) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and 3 years relevant working experience; or
  • Professional Accounting Qualification (ACCA, CPA (Australia), CIMA, MICPA, ICAEW, or equivalent) recognized by UiTM Senate or
  • Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) candidates, Pass MQA ( Aptitude Test and Portfolio Assessment): Level 7(Master Degree)

 

Courses Offered 
This programme requires students to complete 36 credit units of coursework and 6 credit units of dissertation / applied research.

 

Core Courses 
  • Legal Aspects of Forensic Accounting
  • Accounting Fraud Examination
  • Forensic Accounting in Public Sector
  • Audit and Investigation
  • Risk Management
  • Research Methodology
  • Commercial Crime Investigation
  • Tax Fraud and Investigation
  • Money Laundering and Specialized Fraud
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis
  • Elective 1
  • Elective 2
  • Dissertation; or Applied Research + Elective 3

 

Elective Courses
  • Issues in Ethics and Governance
  • Advanced Corporate Reporting and Analysis
  • Seminar in Islamic Accounting and Reporting


Duration 
Full-time  -  1 1/2 years  
Part-time  - 2 years

]]> Master Thu, 11 Jun 2020 07:20:36 +0000 AC704-Master in Strategic Management Accounting https://accountancy.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/programme/master/38-ac704-master-in-strategic-management-accounting https://accountancy.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/programme/master/38-ac704-master-in-strategic-management-accounting The Master in Strategic Management Accounting (MSMA) is a two in one qualification offered by the Faculty of Accountancy, UITM. The MSMA is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, UK (CIMA) and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). In line with the government’s aspiration to increase the number of Bumiputera’ Professional Accountants the MSMA program, besides fulfilling the needs for a postgraduate qualification, also provides a route to acquire an international professional qualification. The graduates of this program will be awarded with a Master’s Degree and the CIMA professional qualification (after successfully completing the CIMA Strategic Case Study Course). CIMA graduates will be able to become Associate/Fellow CIMA members and will also obtain the status of Chartered Global Management Accountants (CGMA), upon fulfilling the professional membership requirements. Students may register either for full-time or part-time study for the Master in Strategic Management Accounting.

Entry requirement

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Honours) from UiTM or any Institution of Higher Learning (recognized by UiTM Senate and accredited by CIMA) with a minimum CGPA of 3.00; or
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Honours) from UiTM or any Institution of Higher Learning (recognized by UiTM Senate and accredited by CIMA) with a minimum CGPA of 2.80 with a minimum of 3 years relevant working experience.
  • Professional Accounting Qualification (ACCA, CPA (Australia), MICPA, ICAEW, ICAS or other equivalent Professional Accounting Qualification from the Accounting Bodies) recognized by UiTM Senate.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Honours) from UiTM or any Institution of Higher Learning with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and a minimum working experience of 6 years
  • Bachelor’s degree in the Business-related fields (or equivalent) from UiTM or any Institution of Higher Learning (recognized by UiTM Senate) with a minimum CGPA of 3.30.
  • Bachelor’s degree in the Business-related fields (or equivalent) from UiTM or any Institution of Higher Learning (recognized by UiTM Senate) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 and a minimum working experience of 6 years.

MSMA Program

The MSMA program requires students to complete 37 credit units of coursework and 6 credit units of Strategic Case Study.

 

Core Courses
  • Managing Performance
  • Advanced Management Accounting
  • Research Methodology
  • Management Case Study
  • Advanced Strategic Management
  • Risk Management and control
  • Financial Strategy
  • Strategic Case Study
  • Elective 1
  • Elective 2


*Students need to complete the externally assessed CIMA Strategic Case study to be awarded the CIMA professional qualification.

 

Elective Courses
  • Issues in Ethics and Governance
  • Advanced Corporate Reporting and Analysis
  • Seminar in Islamic Accounting and Reporting


Duration

Full time – 1 ½ years

Part time – 2 years

 

https://www.cimaglobal.com/Our-locations/Malaysia/Master-in-Strategic-Management-Accounting-MSMA/

]]> Master Thu, 11 Jun 2020 07:19:22 +0000 AC750-Master of Science (Accountancy) https://accountancy.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/programme/master/37-ac750-master-of-science-accountancy https://accountancy.uitm.edu.my/index.php/en/programme/master/37-ac750-master-of-science-accountancy The Master's programme in Accountancy began in 1996 as a joint collaborative programme between UiTM and Curtin University of Technology, Australia.  Since 1999, the collaborative programme has evolved into UiTM's own Master of Accountancy programme.  As an alternative, we offer a full research master programme to educate students to be critical, analytical and ethical at an advanced level.  Students may register either fo full-time or part-time study.  The normal study period is 1 1/2 years full time or 2-4 years part time.  Each student is assigned at least one supervisor who is a member of the University academic staff.

Entry Requirements 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy (Honours) from UiTM or any higher learning institution recognized by UiTM Senate with minimum CGPA of 2.75; or other qualifications equivalent to the Honours Degree (in a relevant field) with relevant experience in a related field recognized by the UiTM Senate with a minimum CGPA of 2.75
  • International applicants are required to possess IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL of 5.5. A candidates applying for admission is required to submit a research proposal in the proposed area of study
  • Candidates must pass the interview

Research Areas 
Research degree students may choose among the following areas to conduct their research: 

Auditing, Accounting Information System, Corporate Governance, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Public Sector Accounting, Taxation, Forensic Accounting, Inter-disciplinary studies in Accounting Ethics and Goverance, Financial Reporting, Corporate Social Reporting, Risk Mangement, Corporate Finance. 

Study Mode/Duration (Master): Full-Time & Part-Time: 1 years - 4 years

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