Master of Science in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing

The Master of Science in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing program is an increasingly important field with the increase in financial fraud cases. Designed for students who want to specialize in this field, this program aims to provide students with in-depth knowledge and skills in forensic accounting and fraud auditing.

The program aims to provide students with knowledge and skills in preventing, detecting and proving financial fraud in court. In this context, students are expected to specialize in law, accounting, auditing and information technologies.

The curriculum of the program includes topics such as detecting, reporting and preparing financial frauds for use in court, detecting fraudulent activities, document review and computer-based auditing techniques. In addition, topics such as case preparation and court process are also covered.

In the program, students will be trained by experienced instructors in the prevention and detection of financial fraud. In addition, students will be offered internship and research opportunities within the scope of the program. In this way, students will gain real-world experience and will have an advantage in the job search process after graduation.

The Master of Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing program offers an excellent opportunity for students who want to pursue a career in financial fraud prevention and detection. Students who enroll in the program will open a new door in their careers.

Upon completion of the Master of Science in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing program, the degree earned will be "Master of Science". This program is usually pursued by students with a bachelor's degree in business or accounting and covers topics such as forensic accounting, fraud auditing, legal regulations, and financial crime prevention and detection. Students who specialize in this area can have job opportunities in many sectors, especially in law firms, accounting firms, and financial institutions.

The Master of Science in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing program is a graduate program that aims to provide students with special expertise in accounting, finance and auditing. The program aims to provide students with knowledge and skills in forensic accounting, fraud auditing, financial reporting and auditing, tax legislation, business laws and management, law and ethics.

The program is aimed at students who work or plan to work in the field of forensic accounting and fraud auditing. Students can specialize in the investigation and prevention of financial crimes such as forensic accounting and fraud auditing. In addition, they can develop their skills in analyzing and evaluating the financial transactions of businesses by gaining expertise in financial reporting and auditing.

The aim of the program is to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge in forensic accounting and fraud auditing. In the program, students gain real-world experience through practical courses, seminars and case studies. In addition, it is aimed for students to gain knowledge in professional ethics and professional responsibility.

Graduates of the program can work in the private sector, public sector or non-governmental organizations in forensic accounting and fraud auditing. In addition, graduates can pursue careers as independent consultants or freelancers.

The achievements of the Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing Master's program are as follows:

To have theoretical knowledge in forensic accounting and fraud auditing and to specialize in these areas.

To understand forensic accounting and fraud auditing processes and to be able to manage these processes.

To be able to apply the methods and techniques used in forensic accounting and fraud auditing processes.

To be able to prepare forensic accounting and fraud auditing reports.

To have knowledge on detecting, preventing and managing fraud and corruption.

To understand and apply ethical principles in the field of forensic accounting and fraud auditing.

To understand the legal legislation on forensic accounting and fraud auditing and to act in accordance with this legislation.

To be able to use technology in forensic accounting and fraud auditing processes and to manage this technology.

To be able to conduct research on forensic accounting and fraud auditing and to present the results in written and oral form.

To develop leadership and management skills in forensic accounting and fraud auditing.

Graduates of the Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing Master's program can find job opportunities especially in fields such as finance, accounting, law and auditing. This program is designed to train qualified experts to manage the financial reporting and auditing processes of companies and other institutions.

Graduates can find jobs in accounting, tax, auditing or consulting firms. In addition, they can find jobs in internal audit departments of large companies, banks, insurance companies, government institutions and even private accounting offices.

In addition, those who receive postgraduate education can also take part in senior management positions and financial decision-making processes. In general, job opportunities for graduates of the Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing Master's program are quite wide and are a good option for those who want to make a career in the financial sector.

The student's success in the courses is determined by evaluating the mid-term grades and the final exam grade together.

Mid-term grades consist of quizzes, mid-term exam grades and grades given to homework, applications and practical work depending on the course. In the credit system, the type and weight of mid-term and final evaluations (exams, homework, applications and similar) are reported to the relevant department head by the instructor teaching the course within the first two weeks of the semester and announced to the students by the relevant teaching unit administration. The final evaluation is determined by the instructor teaching the course with one of the following letter grades, taking into account the general success level of all students taking that course.

While the impact of the homework given during the semester on the final grade is 40%, the impact of the final exams at the end of the semester is 60%.

Graduation Requirements are as follows:

  • Successfully completing all courses in the program,
  • Having no FF grade,
  • Achieving a minimum grade of CB or higher for each course,
  • Completing 120 ECTS credits, with 60 credits from coursework and 60 credits from the thesis,
  • Submitting a thesis of at least 15,000 words in accordance with the "Thesis Writing Guide" provided by the Graduate Education Institute, and defending it if deemed necessary,
  • Presenting a thesis with a plagiarism rate below the accepted maximum of 30%,
  • Submitting the thesis approved in Turkish in English.