Overview
Key facts
This Forensic and Fraud Examination degree from West Virginia University combines online learning with two campus visits. This low-residency approach allows students to have the convenience of web courses, and the benefit of face-to-face interaction with both faculty and peers.
Career
There are multiple career opportunities in the public and private sectors for those who earn this degree. Federal agencies such as the Securities and Exchange Commission and the F.B.I. are seeking specialized accountants. Private firms who must comply with legislation such as the Dodd-Frank and Sarbanes-Oxley Acts also need auditors who are skilled at detecting, preventing and deterring fraud.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Fraud Investigation
- Fraud Data Analysis
- Advanced Fraud Investigation
- Advance Analytical Techniques
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
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Disciplines
Biology Forensic Science Auditing View 90 other Masters in Auditing in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- An overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above and a score of 500 on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT).
- OR, one of the following: a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certificate; a related certification by an approved credentialing body; a Juris Doctor (JD) degree; two years of relevant work experience.
Tuition Fee
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International
1440 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 720 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
1440 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 720 USD per semester during 12 months.
Living costs for Morgantown
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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