Master of Commerce (Applied Accounting)

Master of Commerce (Applied Accounting) (KA6905)

The Master of Commerce (Applied Accounting) (MCom (AA)) programme is open, in particular, to accounting graduates and professionals who are keen on advancing further in the accountancy profession. The programme will enable candidates with a basic degree or professional qualification in accounting to develop the application aspects of accounting through practical technical knowledge. The programme will also develop the skills necessary for an accountant to deal with the strategic aspects of leading a business organization.

Graduates of the MCom (AA) programme will be able to demonstrate their capabilities and competence in the following aspects:
· Enhance their professional knowledge and application skills
· Transform themselves into new generation accountants and develop expertise in personal financial planning, fraud auditing, business consulting and in other emerging financial, business and information technology areas
· Acquire analytical or constructive skills that refer to problem identification in complicated situations and development of innovative solutions
· Acquire behavioural skills or ‘soft skills’, i.e. personal, interpersonal, organizational skills as well as the ability to work and communicate in a team environment
· Understand the value system of accountants and its relationship to societal values with special reference to work related values
· Appreciate the value of continuing professional education (CPE) in enhancing professionalism in an accountant

The MCom (AA) is a contemporary and challenging programme comprising 12 core subjects including accounting research, two elective subjects and a case writing project. Throughout the programme, candidates will be encouraged to participate in enhancement courses such as a Project Writing Workshop and to attend seminars and talks conducted by industry practitioners.

Mode of Study

Coursework and Project
The coursework-based MCom (AA) programme comprises a major coursework component and a case writing project. Satisfactory completion of both components is necessary for the award of the degree. The coursework component involves evaluation in a number of subjects by a combination of continuous assessment and final examination. Continuous assessment includes individual and group assignment work, case-studies and tests. Some subjects may include additional practical components.

Medium of Instruction
English

Duration
Minimum 18 months

Intakes
January, May


Programme Structure
Structure C: Coursework and Project

Subjects
Accounting Research
Business Consulting Skills
Business Negotiation
Risk and Control Strategies
Integrated Management
Ethical Business Leadership
Corporate Presentation Skills
Management Accounting Application on Business Strategies
Management Accounting Application on Financial Strategies
Strategic Enterprise Governance
International Managerial Accounting
Business Cases Diagnosis
Case Writing Project
Elective Major (choice of 2 papers)


Electives Major
Contemporary Managerial Accounting for Agricultural and Extractive Industries
Contemporary Managerial Accounting for Leisure, Tourism and Hotel Industries
Contemporary Managerial Accounting for Healthcare Organizations
Contemporary Managerial Accounting for Property, Construction and Real Estate
Contemporary Managerial Accounting for Financial and Insurance Institutions
Contemporary Managerial Accounting for Educational Institutions
Advanced Topics in Corporate Finance
Malaysian Mergers and Acquisitions
Performance Measurement
Multinational Business