ACC3031 ST: Forensic Accounting

This course introduces students to applied accounting concepts using the framework of human behavior and business practices. Students gain an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial and forensic accounting, and techniques used to determine the presence of financial wrongdoing, such as gathering and organizing relevant information, generating critical evaluations of acconting misconduct, and connecting with business legalities. Students examine cases of corporate financial crime to determine the effectiveness of the forensic accounting techniques used as well as case studies involving corruption, money laundering and embezzlement. ACC2011 Principles of Accounting II is recommended as a prerequisite, but not required. Students who already have credit in ACC2031 Forensic Accounting may not earn credit for this course. Credits: 3.000

WRT1012 Lecture Min Credits: 3.00