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Why study forensic accounting at La Trobe?

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Top 300 globally

We're ranked in the world’s top 300 for accounting and finance.

Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), 2023, QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023: Accounting & Finance

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Professional accreditation in accounting

Our contemporary curriculum is accredited by professional bodies including CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

*Accreditation criteria apply. Learn more about accreditation in the La Trobe Business School

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Committed to sustainability

Our Business School is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME).

Learn more about PRME.

Career opportunities in forensic accounting

Career pathways

The skills you build when you study forensic accounting prepare you for a range of careers.

Possible roles include:

  • Forensic accountant
  • Consultant
  • Investigator
  • Dispute analyst
  • Risk adviser

Future employers

Potential employers of forensic accounting graduates include:

  • Accounting firms
  • Insurance agencies
  • Law enforcement agencies
  • Regulatory bodies
  • Federal and state government

Meet our graduate

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Studying at La Trobe has been a memorable and valuable experience. My course has allowed me to expand both my knowledge and skills, and opened up many opportunities along the way. My time at La Trobe has made me realise my potential to make a difference in my field of study.

Ustashia Pillay
Bachelor of Accounting graduate

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