Graduate Certificate in Forensic Accounting
Explore the investigative side of accounting. The Accountancy Graduate Certificate in Forensic Accounting provides specialized knowledge in forensic accounting practices, auditing and issues affecting today's accounting profession.
Program Overview
The Accountancy Graduate Certificate in Forensic Accounting is a 12-credit-hour graduate program focused on developing expertise in forensic accounting and related auditing issues. Coursework helps students build knowledge in specialized areas of practice while examining challenges facing the auditing profession.
The program is designed for professionals interested in investigative accounting, compliance, risk management and auditing-related fields.
Why Earn Your Accountancy Certificate at the College of Charleston?
Businesses and organizations face increasing scrutiny related to financial reporting, fraud prevention, governance and compliance. Forensic accounting professionals play an important role in helping organizations address these challenges.
This certificate provides focused graduate-level training that helps students better understand the complexities of forensic accounting and the evolving issues facing the profession.
Careers & Outcomes
This certificate can support career advancement in areas such as:
- Forensic Accounting
- Fraud Examination
- Internal Auditing
- Compliance
- Risk Management
Accountants and auditors remain among the occupations identified as important to workforce development needs, with accounting expertise continuing to be valued across industries.
Graduates of the College of Charleston's accountancy programs have been placed with leading firms and organizations, including PwC, KPMG, Ernst & Young and Deloitte.
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Application Deadlines
- Fall: February 1
- Spring: October 1
- Summer: February 1
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Admission Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in accounting or a bachelor's degree with sufficient coursework in accounting principles, intermediate accounting, cost accounting, taxation, accounting information systems, and auditing with a 3.000 GPA overall and in accounting coursework.
- A completed application form with a nonrefundable application fee of $60.
- Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework. An earned bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
- International applicants should refer to the International Students area within the “Admissions Information” section of the catalog for information on providing appropriate documentation with the application.
Tuition & Aid
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Tuition & Fees
Tuition and fees are assessed according to current College of Charleston graduate tuition rates. Visit the Treasurer's Office website for current tuition and fees information.
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Financial Assistance
Students should consult the Graduate School and Student Financial Assistance offices for current information regarding financial aid options and eligibility.