Master of Science in Economic Crime Forensics – General Online
Empower yourself with corporate crime-fighting abilities to help protect organizations, their customers and employees. Based on real-life scenarios, this program focuses on both policies and practices.
Program Overview
Gain valuable insights with an M.S. in Economic Crime Forensics – General online program
Corporate growth and globalization have given rise to increasingly sophisticated methods of fraud. In the Master of Science in Economic Crime Forensics – General online program, you will explore the intersection of crime and business from the use of technology to uncover financial statement fraud and misappropriation of assets to implementing policies and internal controls that reduce the risk of cyberattacks, occupational fraud and embezzlement.
Coursework also covers the U.S. legal system’s processes and procedures regarding fraud investigation, prosecution and civil remedies. Approximately half of the curriculum is customized to your professional goals, as you will work with your advisor to choose specialization courses and a capstone project.
Graduates of this online master’s in economic crime forensics – general program will learn how to:
- Propose business law standards, standards of ethics and professional codes of conduct related to corporate leadership
- Evaluate and support accounting and auditing concepts related to the causation of corporate economic crime
- Develop standards of conduct relative to litigation services, including conflicts of interest and background considerations
- Develop managerial and communication skills to measure and support fraud deterrence
- Propose business law standards, standards of ethics and professional codes of conduct related to corporate leadership
- Evaluate and support accounting and auditing concepts related to the causation of corporate economic crime
- Develop standards of conduct relative to litigation services, including conflicts of interest and background considerations
- Develop managerial and communication skills to measure and support fraud deterrence
Potential careers upon completion of this online economic crime forensics – general program:
- Fraud Examiner
- Fraud Investigator
- Forensics Investigator
- Internal Auditor
- Compliance Officer
- Risk Manager
- Fraud Examiner
- Fraud Investigator
- Forensics Investigator
- Internal Auditor
- Compliance Officer
- Risk Manager
Online technology programs also available:
La Salle University offers a variety of specialized technology programs. Check out all of our technology online programs.
Need More Information?
Tuition
Take a look at our competitively priced tuition
Our M.S. in Economic Crime Forensics – General online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All program and course fees are included in the total tuition cost.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Economic Crime Forensics – General | $940 | $2,820 | $28,200 |
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Our flexible calendar fits your schedule
La Salle University online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
Now enrolling:
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring II | 3/18/24 | 3/4/24 | 3/8/24 | 3/8/24 | 3/14/24 | 5/9/24 | 8 weeks |
| Summer I | 5/20/24 | 5/6/24 | 5/10/24 | 5/10/24 | 5/16/24 | 7/14/24 | 8 weeks |
| Fall I | 8/26/24 | 8/12/24 | 8/16/24 | 8/16/24 | 8/22/24 | 10/20/24 | 8 weeks |
| Fall II | 10/21/24 | 10/7/24 | 10/11/24 | 10/11/24 | 10/17/24 | 12/15/24 | 8 weeks |
Now enrolling:
Have questions or need more information about our online programs?
Ready to take the rewarding path toward earning your degree online?
Admissions
We’ve streamlined the admission steps for the M.S. in Economic Crime Forensics
Applications for the economic crime forensics online master’s degree are evaluated on a holistic basis. The Admissions Committee takes into account interest, aptitude and potential for achievement in graduate studies. The requirements include:
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum 3.0 GPA*
- No GMAT required
Prior to evaluation by the Admissions Committee, applicants must submit the following:
- Transcript(s) from the college/university where you earned your bachelor’s degree and, if applicable, master’s degree. You will be notified if you need to submit additional transcripts for advising purposes.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA*
- No GMAT/GRE required
- A current professional resume
- Provide a personal statement (about 500 words in length) explaining why you are interested in this program, your qualifications and how this program will assist with your professional goals
Documentation can be sent via email to [email protected]. If you need to submit official documents by mail, send them to:
La Salle University
Office of Adult Enrollment
Box 112
1900 West Olney Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
Have a question? Call us at 844-466-5587.
Courses
See the topics you’ll study in this economic crime forensics program
For the M.S. in Economic Crime Forensics – General online, the curriculum is comprised of five core courses, four specialty courses and the integrated capstone course. Students will work directly with their program advisor to choose 4 courses to complete out the specialization requirement. Students can choose from a variety of options and customize their study plan based on individual needs.
For the M.S. in Economic Crime Forensics – General online program, the curriculum is comprised of five core courses, four specialty courses and the integrative capstone course.
La Salle University is ranked in the top 50 percent of national universities nationwide by U.S. News & World Report (2023).
