Course Overview
The programme equips students with a strong foundation in accounting, auditing, and law, preparing them to detect and prosecute economic fraud. The program emphasizes analytical techniques, quantitative research, and practical application using modern software. It aims to develop skilled professionals capable of serving Kenya, the East African region, and beyond, while also providing a solid academic base for postgraduate studies in forensic accounting or related field.
Who Can Join
This program is ideal for students interested in accounting, auditing, and uncovering financial fraud. It suits those who are analytical, detail-oriented, and drawn to the intersection of finance, law, and investigation. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in forensic accounting, auditing, fraud investigation, and compliance.
Entry Qualifications
- KCSE mean grade C+ (plus) OR any other equivalent qualification approved by the university senate. For actual subject and work experience requirements please contact the enrollment office.
Duration & Structure Of The Programme
Mode of Delivery of The Programme/Course
- Full-Time
- Part-Time
- Weekend
Curriculum Road Map
Year I
Year II
Year III
Year IV
| Year 1 - Semester I |
Year 1 - Semester II |
- ECO 1101: Introduction to Microeconomics
- CUU 1102: Fundamentals of Computer Systems
- ACC 1104: Financial Accounting I
- CRM 1105: Introduction to Criminology
- MGT 1101: Principles of Management
- MAT 1106: Management Mathematics I
- CUU 1103: Communication Skills
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- CUU 1201: Health Awareness and Life Skills
- LAW 1201: Commercial Law
- CUU 1202: Foundations of Critical and Creative Thinking
- ACC 1201: Financial Accounting II
- ECO 1203: Introduction to Macroeconomics
- FAA 1201: Occupational Fraud
- MAT 1201: Management Mathematics II
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| Semester I |
Semester II |
- FAA 2101: Principles of Evidence
- ACC 2105: Introduction to Taxation
- ACC 2106: Intermediate Accounting I
- FIN 2103: Business Finance
- STA 2109: Statistics I
- CUU 2102: Information Literacy and Academic Writing
- DSA 2105: Introduction to Data Analytics
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- FAA 2201: Interrogation and Interview Skills
- ACC 2201: Cost Accounting
- FIN 2201: Principles of Insurance and Risk Management
- FAA 2202: Corporate Legal Environment
- STA 2205: Statistics II
- FIN 2203: Financial Management
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| Semester I |
Semester II |
- FAA 3101: Internal Auditing
- LAW 3101: Company Law
- FAA 3103: Money Laundering
- FAA 3104: Cyber Crime
- ICT 3106: Computer Application Software
- CUU 2103: Ethics and Leadership
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- ACC 3201: Management Accounting I
- ACC 3202: Intermediate Accounting II
- FAA 3201: Forensic Accounting
- FAA 3202: Forensic Investigation Techniques
- FAA 3203: Taxation Fraud
- ACC 3203: Financial Accounting Theory
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| Semester I |
Semester II |
Semester III |
- ACC 4101 – Advanced Accounting I
- SBU 4101 – Research Methodology
- FAA 4101 – Data Mining
- FAA 4102 – Report Writing
- FAA 4103 – Sustainability Accounting Practices
Electives (Choose One):
- FAA 4104 – Assets Tracking and Recovery
- ACC 4104 – Specialized Accounting Techniques
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- FAA 4201 – Financial Statements Fraud
- ACC 4201 – Advanced Accounting II
- ACC 4202 – Auditing and Investigation Theory
- SBU 4201 – Research Project (2 Units)
Elective Units (Choose One):
- FAA 4202 – Fraud Case Management
- FAA 4203 – Forensic Dispute Resolution
- ACC 4215 – Advanced Cost Accounting
- FAA 4204 – Mediations and Arbitrations
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- BU 4301: Industrial Attachment (12 weeks)
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