Master of Science in Accounting (By Research)
R2/0411/7/0002 (06/27) (MQA/ FA1235)

Master of Science in Accounting (By Research) is a programme designed for professional and academics seeking career advancement in accounting, finance, and other business-related areas. The programme comprises taught courses and a thesis. Students are required to produce an accounting related thesis that demonstrates students understanding on the theoretical foundations, ethical judgments, and critical and strategic thinking ability of emerging accounting issues.

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 as accepted by UNITEN Senate; or
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field not meeting a CGPA of 2.75 but above a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to UNITEN rigorous internal assessment; or
• Relevant professional accounting qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s degree as accepted by UNITEN Senate; or
• Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 as accepted by UNITEN Senate; or
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field below a CGPA of 2.50 can be accepted, subject to a minimum of 5 years of working experience in the relevant field.

KEY RESEARCH AREAS

• Sustainability accounting (e.g. environmental reporting, carbon reporting, environmental management accounting)
• Corporate governance
• Public Sector accounting
• Financial reporting
• Auditing
• Earnings management
• Risk management