Graduate Certificate in Forensic Studies (Accounting)

Course code: 3378 * Course abbreviation: GradCertAcctg * Total credit points required: 24 * 6 months full-time

Study mode and course location

Multimode (Melbourne city - F/T only)

Course description

This postgraduate degree has been developed for accountants by Monash Law's International Institute of Forensic Studies in conjunction with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA) and The Australian Advocacy Institute (AAI).

The course is aimed specifically at professionals and has been developed for accounting practitioners who may be involved in litigation and will be especially beneficial for those who are called upon to give expert evidence in the courts.

The first of its kind in Australia, the course has been developed in conjunction with the forensic accounting community. It has both a conceptual and practical emphasis, particularly relevant to the interaction between the accounting and legal professions.

It is designed to provide minimal disruption to professional practice and to encourage attendance by practitioners from all states.

Course structure

Students must complete the following four units, each worth 6 points:

LAW7281 The expert witness in the adversary system
LAW7282 Pre-trial analysis and preparation
LAW7283 Loss, causation and damages
LAW7284 The expert witness in the courtroom

Contact details

Course inquiries: telephone +61 3 9641 6230 or email christina.rubina@law.monash.edu.au.

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