Overview
The Financial Accountability MFAc program at York University is the only program in Canada to offer a specialized focus in financial accountability and consists of four dynamic and interrelated conceptual cornerstones: Corporate Ethics; Regulative Standards and Legislative Requirements; Effective Information Systems; and Transparency in Reporting (the program’s ultimate goal).
Learning outcomes
The cornerstones are well reflected in core courses and optional courses to be taught by nationally and/or internationally recognized faculty members and industry experts.
The program is also distinguished by its orientation towards accredited and experienced practicing professionals who are encountering an increased demand for specialized skills and knowledge unique to the area of governance and accountability.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Accountability & Governance
- Corporate Responsibility & Ethics
- Performance Measurement Systems
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Research Methods & Statistical Inference
- Corporate Governance
- Accountability Issues in the Public Sector
- Synthesis of Theory and Practice in Accountability and Governance
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Finance Accounting Risk Management View 11 other Masters in Risk Management in CanadaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions*
- Resumé or CV
- Statement of interest
- 3 letters of reference
- Supplementary application form
- Students interested in MRP option must provide a statement of research
- A Skype interview will be a requirement as part of the application process unless waived by the school
Tuition Fee
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International
12550 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6275 CAD per semester during 24 months. -
National
2870 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1435 CAD per semester during 24 months.
Part time tuition fees:
- National students - $717
- International students - $3,137
Living costs for Toronto
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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