Master Program in Accounting in Africa

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A masters is the first level of graduate coursework and can be obtained after you receive a bachelor’s degree. Earning a masters usually requires two years of full-time study, which amounts to 36 to 54 semester credits.

 

The process known as accounting can be traced back thousands of years to ancient civilizations. Accounting is the measurement and analysis of a business’s economic practices. Financial accounting, for example, will focus on the business’s financial statements and transactions.

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Master In International Finance

Université Internationale de Casablanca
Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Morocco Casablanca

The training allows students to deepen their skills in the techniques, methods and tools of corporate finance in order to prepare them for the professions of the financial sector in banks and large companies [+]

Masters in Accounting in Africa 2017. The program allows students to deepen their skills in the techniques, methods and tools of corporate finance to prepare them for the financial sector in banks and large companies. The program places particular emphasis on the international aspects of finance And language competencies in order to encourage the integration of graduates in large international companies. The Master program systematically emphasizes the growing weight of international standardization in terms of control and auditing Admissions in M1 Access in the first year requires a Bachelor's degree in Management and Economics or an equivalent degree (Bac +3) in the fields of management or other similar training, the relevance of which will be assessed by the pedagogical team. TERMS OF ACCESS The selection follows: Case Study French test: drafting test English test: For UIC graduates: B1 CEFR Level test For graduates from other institutions: B2 CEFR Level test Oral talk about the general culture and the potential of the student to succeed in the chosen Master. Career opportunities The training aims to train high-level specialists in the field of international finance. It provides its winners with direct access to a wide spectrum of professions in the international financial industry. Indeed, this master's degree allows its laureates to efficiently ensure the lines of business in relation to international finance including corporate and investment banking, international treasurer, international financing specialist and international credit and investment analyst. [-]

Master In Accounting, Control And Auditing

Université Internationale de Casablanca
Campus Full time 2 years August 2017 Morocco Casablanca

This course is spread over 4 semesters and offers training for students wishing to continue their professional career in accounting, financial control and auditing organizations. [+]

This course is spread over 4 semesters and offers training for students wishing to continue their professional career in accounting, financial control and auditing organizations. The objective of this course is to give the participants a vast culture in control and steering of the organizations, enabling them to master the concepts, methods and tools of management control, audit and accounting. The program integrates the new tools of international standardization in accounting, control and auditing. The training lasts 2 years, corresponding respectively to M1 and M2. Admissions in M1 Access to the first year of the Master (M1) requires a Bachelor's degree in Management and Economics or an equivalent degree (Bac +3) in management or other similar formations whose relevance will be assessed by the " educational team. TERMS OF ACCESS The selection follows: Case Study French test: drafting test English test: For UIC graduates: B1 CEFR Level test For graduates from other institutions: B2 CEFR Level test Oral talk about the general culture and the potential of the student to succeed in the chosen Master. OPPORTUNITIES Opportunities Professionals At the end of the Master Accounting Control and Audit, the graduates of this specialty go: Or to auditing and auditing, the CCA Master program of which is the preferred access route since it offers the exemption, teaching units of national accounting diplomas, (Financial controller, treasury manager, internal auditor, accounting manager, etc.), in which they are eligible for accounting and financial management positions; Or towards a PhD thesis in order to move... [-]

Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa Executive Training Program

Strathmore Business School (SBS)
Campus Part time 6 months January 2018 Kenya Nairobi

The Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa (BMIA) aims to increase the pipeline of skilled financial journalists and analysts, embracing a data-driven journalism culture across Africa. If well trained, the contribution that financial journalists and development experts can make as continental informers, educators and watchdogs is significant. [+]

Masters in Accounting in Africa 2017. It is well documented that many key economies on the African continent are growing in leaps and ​bounds, yet the positive impact on development and progress in civil society is not fully realised. T​he role that journalism plays in society and democracy cannot be underestimated. The Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa (BMIA) aims to increase the pipeline of skilled financial journalists and analysts, embracing a data-driven journalism culture across Africa. If well trained, the contribution that financial journalists and development experts can make as continental informers, educators and watchdogs is significant. This interactive and hands-on program aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of media professionals to better serve the public interest as a critical part of continental development and progress. Bloomberg has collaborated with a consortium of pre-eminent journalism schools and top business schools across three key African markets to deliver a highly innovative, integrated and practical world-class executive training program that is firmly rooted in African market realities. Delegates will receive copies of “The Bloomberg Way”, a guide for reporters and editors written by Matthew Winkler, Editor-in-Chief Emeritus, Bloomberg News. During the six-month program, delegates will also be granted a free subscription to the Bloomberg Professional Service. This subscription will give delegates free access to the world-class analytics, key industry data, market moving news and analysis that the Bloomberg Professional Service provides​. Who should apply? This program has been developed primarily for mid-career journalists, financial professionals with an interest in financial journalism, government... [-]

Masters In Accounting Cca

UNIVERSITÉ INTERNATIONALE DE TUNIS (UIT)
Campus Full time September 2017 Tunisia Tunis

The Professional Master in CCA form of senior managers in the fields of Accounting, accounting experts but also experts of Internal Audit and Controlling. [+]

The Professional Master in CCA form of senior managers in the fields of Accounting, accounting experts but also experts of Internal Audit and Controlling. The teaching combines general education in Management and competence more specialized in the field of comptablité, law and audit. The professional accountant should, in fact, today together two skills specialist accounting area, it must also be general, given his corporate board positions. [-]

MCom in Auditing

University of Johannesburg
Campus Full time Part time 2 years February 2018 South Africa Johannesburg + 1 more

The student should develop applied specialised competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of auditing principles in the auditing field. A qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work through the master’s dissertation. [+]

Masters in Accounting in Africa 2017. The student should develop applied specialised competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of auditing principles in the auditing field. A qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work through the master’s dissertation. Admission requirements: A potential student must be in possession of an Accounting oriented Bachelor of Commerce Honours qualification on New NQF level 8 / Old NQF level 7, which is deemed applicable by the Department of Accountancy. Finalisation of registration for the programme (and/or continued registration) is subject to applicants complying with departmental-specific requirements. Such requirements usually include preparatory work leading up to a research proposal that is approved by the department. Possible examples of preparatory work are pre-reading, literature reviews, concept development, and successful completion of short courses aimed at skills and/or knowledge development. Candidates may also be required to successfully defend their research proposals at special discussion sessions. Contact details: Prof Danie Coetsee / 011 559 3859 / dcoetsee@uj.ac.za [-]

MCom in Accounting

University of Johannesburg
Campus Full time Part time 2 years February 2018 South Africa Johannesburg + 1 more

The student should develop applied specialised competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of accounting principles in the financial accounting field. A qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work through the master’s dissertation. [+]

The student should develop applied specialised competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of accounting principles in the financial accounting field. A qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work through the master’s dissertation. Admission requirements: A potential student must be in possession of an Accounting oriented Bachelor of Commerce honours on New NQF level 8 / Old NQF level 7, which is deemed applicable by the Department of Accountancy. Finalisation of registration for the programme (and/or continued registration) is subject to applicants complying with departmental-specific requirements. Such requirements usually include preparatory work leading up to a research proposal that is approved by the department. Possible examples of preparatory work are pre-reading, literature reviews, concept development, and successful completion of short courses aimed at skills and/or knowledge development. Candidates may also be required to successfully defend their research proposals at special discussion sessions. Contact details: Prof Danie Coetsee / 011 559 3859 / dcoetsee@uj.ac.za [-]

MCom in South African and International Taxation

University of Johannesburg
Campus Full time Part time 2 years February 2018 South Africa Johannesburg + 1 more

The student should develop applied specialised competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of taxation principles in the taxation field. [+]

Masters in Accounting in Africa 2017. MCom in South African and International Taxation (By Coursework) The student should develop applied specialised competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of taxation principles in the taxation field. Through a limited scope dissertation, a qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work. Admission requirements: A potential student should possess an honours qualification or a postgraduate diploma in Accounting or a Tax related honours degree on New NQF level 8/Old NQF level 7. Alternatively any other four-year qualification with honours status on New NQF level 8/Old NQF level 7 and related taxation experience which is considered relevant and sufficient by the Department of Accountancy. Preparatory study and an entrance examination may be required by the Department of Accountancy. A selection process will be followed. Contact details: Prof Danie Coetsee / 011 559 3859 / dcoetsee@uj.ac.za MCom in South African and International Taxation (By Research) The student should develop applied specialised competencies in mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of taxation principles in the taxation field. A qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work through the Master’s dissertation. Admission requirements: A potential student must be in possession of an Accounting or Financial Management oriented Bachelors of Commerce Honours qualification on New NQF level 8/Old NQF level 7, which is deemed applicable by the Department of Accountancy. Finalisation of registration for the programme (and/or continued registration) is subject to applicants complying with departmental-specific requirements. Such requirements usually... [-]

MCom in Computer Auditing

University of Johannesburg
Campus Part time 2 years February 2018 South Africa Johannesburg

The student should develop applied specialised competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of computer auditing principles in the computer auditing field. A qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work through a limited scope dissertation. [+]

The student should develop applied specialised competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of computer auditing principles in the computer auditing field. A qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work through a limited scope dissertation. Admission requirements: A potential student should possess an honours qualification or a postgraduate diploma in a related computer auditing field, on New NQF level 8 / Old NQF level 7. Alternatively any other four-year qualification on New NQF level 8 / Old NQF level 7 and related practical auditing experience which is considered relevant and sufficient by the Department of Accountancy. Preparatory study and an entrance examination may be required by the Department of Accountancy. A selection process will be followed. Contact details: Prof Danie Coetsee / 011 559 3859 / dcoetsee@uj.ac.za [-]

Master in Finance

East London University
Campus Full time 2 years February 2018 South Africa East London

In the era of new business, the formula for success demands more than clicking through spreadsheets or grabbing headlines from stock-market tickers. Here at the East London University, our greatest insights are born from a hands-on understanding of how finance can improve people's lives. We invite you to roll up your sleeves — and get down to business. [+]

Masters in Accounting in Africa 2017. In the era of new business, the formula for success demands more than clicking through spreadsheets or grabbing headlines from stock-market tickers. Here at the East London University, our greatest insights are born from a hands-on understanding of how finance can improve people's lives. We invite you to roll up your sleeves — and get down to business. This Postgraduate Master program will prepare you for a position in the Finance field (Analyst, Quant, Risk Management, etc.). The Master in Finance affords up-to-the minute knowledge in the most innovative areas of finance, including geopolitics, behavioral finance, risk governance, and Islamic finance. The master will also equip you with a practical and applied knowledge, as well as the additional values you will need to succeed as a financier. The master combines the academic rigor of the analysis tools with the experience of seasoned professionals. Our immersive, MS in Finance program will equip you with the foundational skills to: Identify, evaluate, and implement capital budgeting processes to maximize shareholder value Assess financial risk and proficiency, especially when future payoffs are uncertain Understand and implement asset allocation strategies and risk management procedures Leverage cutting-edge finance techniques and the resources that support them Program objectives This full-time program will put you to work with real world group projects and hands-on assignments revolving around the following 3 areas of expertise.: Financial modeling (including capital budgeting, basic statistics, and forecasting) Financial accounting and the principles underlying financial accounting and use... [-]

MRes Business Administration

GIMPA Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
Campus Part time 2 years September 2017 Ghana Accra

The MRes is a research-based degree that prepares graduates for academic careers in various functional areas of business at tertiary institutions and in the research departments of organizations. The programme emphasizes the development of skills in understanding theory, the research process and methodology. [+]

If you are looking for: A Master’s degree in business with world-class credentials Global faculty with latest knowledge in leadership and management The best set of PhD-qualified Lecturers in any business school in Ghana A strong link between classroom learning and the practice of global business To raise your management and leadership skills to the highest global standard Then GIMPA is your perfect match. The MRes is a research-based degree that prepares graduates for academic careers in various functional areas of business at tertiary institutions and in the research departments of organizations. The programme emphasizes the development of skills in understanding theory, the research process and methodology. Graduates of the program are expected to make contributions to the advancement of knowledge of business practices through research, teaching and consulting. It is also designed for those interested in acquiring a doctoral degree in the future. The curriculum is intended to provide graduates with a broad perspective of business plus an in-depth exposure to a specific business content area and research methods. Programme Content Required (Core) Course(s): MSCO 700 Quantitative Methods (6Cr)* (Pre-Program) *May be waived for students with quantitative based first or second degrees GMBA 601 Managing Organizations (3cr) GMBA 602 Business Economics (3cr) GMBA 603 Accounting for Decision Making (3cr) GMBA 606 Marketing Management (3cr) GMBA 607 Managing Operations (3cr) GMBA 609 Managerial Finance (3cr) Research Tools (9 Credits) MSCO 800 Foundations of Social Science Research (3cr)* MSCO 801 Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences (3cr) OR MSCO 802 Research Methods... [-]

Master Specialized Audit And Management Control

Institut Africain de Management
Campus Full time 4 semesters September 2017 Senegal Dakar

The lessons of management control and information system integrate the process approach in management control: control the information system tools for accounting and financial engineering; control the budget process and build a system of dashboards, animated steering functions and to reflect on the performance measure. [+]

Masters in Accounting in Africa 2017. The lessons of management control and information system integrate the process approach in management control: control the information system tools for accounting and financial engineering; control the budget process and build a system of dashboards, animated steering functions and to reflect on the performance measure. The expertise of the management controller: Conduct an internal audit mission control business risk through internal control, analyze the specific technical standards and internal audit. He is able to understand the issues of international accounting standards and control of corporate finance for decision support manager. This program whose implementation obeys the LMD system and the ISO program design methodological repository 9001 version 2008 is available alone or in joint-degree with Bachelor UQAC. Originality, coherence and pedagogical structure have earned accreditation African and Malagasy Council of Higher Education (CAMES) and the center of excellence of the UEMOA. It lasts four semesters divided into specialties thus offering the student a rich and varied horizon in Auditing and management control. To obtain the Master in Auditing and Controlling, beyond the validation of the student teaching units should have a memory, and support the pass. PROFILE IS FOR MASTER? Managers who firstly are equipped with proven academic skills suitable for doctoral studies 3rd cycle through research in the specialty, the other Managers with professional skills proven in Audit and management control economies and backed by digital green with a course leading to a qualification and professional integration of high level. EC OFFERED THIS... [-]

MCom in International Accounting

University of Johannesburg
Campus Full time Part time 2 years February 2018 South Africa Johannesburg + 1 more

The student should develop applied specialised competence in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of accounting principles in the financial accounting field. Through a limited scope dissertation, a qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work. [+]

The student should develop applied specialised competence in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of accounting principles in the financial accounting field. Through a limited scope dissertation, a qualifying student should show evidence of independent and original scientific work. Admission requirements: A potential student should possess an honours qualification or a postgraduate diploma in Accounting or a Financial Management related honours degree on New NQF level 8 / Old NQF level 7. Alternatively any other four-year qualification on New NQF level 8 / Old NQF level 7 and related accounting experience, which is considered relevant and sufficient by the Department of Accountancy. Preparatory study and an entrance examination may be required by the Department of Accountancy. A selection process will be followed. Duration of programme: Full-time/Part-time: 2 years Contact details: Prof Danie Coetsee / 011 559 3859 / dcoetsee@uj.ac.za [-]