Master of Commerce in Management Accounting at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A full-thesis Master of Commerce for candidates with a strong financial or management accounting background who want to advance research expertise. It consists of a supervised thesis and a related article suitable for an accredited journal.

Faculty: Economic and Management Sciences | Department: School of Accountancy | Duration: Two years | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A compulsory 180-credit Thesis in Management Accounting, a publishable article, and attendance of a research-proposal writing workshop presented by the Language Centre.

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Entry requirements

A BComHons (Management Accounting) from Stellenbosch University or an equivalent qualification, with at least 60% for Management Accounting in previous undergraduate studies and at least 60% for Management Accounting and overall in postgraduate studies. Any additional preparatory work approved by Senate. Registration as Chartered Management Accountant with CIMA or an equivalent professional registration, and knowledge of research methodology. Selection involves a mini research proposal and presentation to the School of Accountancy admissions committee. CV, proof of professional registration and a statement of research interest are required.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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