University of Johannesburg UJ MCom (International Accounting)



University of Johannesburg UJ MCom (International Accounting)

UJ MCom (International Accounting)

Admission requirements: A potential student should possess an honours qualification or a postgraduate diploma in Accounting or a Financial Management 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 programmePart-time: 2 years



Contact details: Prof Danie Coetsee / 011 559 3859 / [email protected]

Brief description of programme: 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.

Micro- and Macroeconomics and or related experience which is considered relevant and sufficient by the Department of Economics and Econometrics. A preparatory study and an entrance examination may be required by the UJ Department of Economics and Econometrics. Students whose previous degrees did not include Local Economic Development (LED) will have to complete a bridging module in the form of a short learning programme (SLP) entitled “Introduction to LED”.

Duration of programme: Full-time/Part-time: 2 years

Contact details: Prof Lorraine Greyling / 011 559 2057 / [email protected]



Brief description of programme: The purpose of the Professional MCom (Local Economic Development) is to develop an advanced level of knowledge, skills and applied competence in the field of Local Economic Development (LED). The programme is specifically designed to meet the requirements of the LED profession and is aimed at students who plan to qualify as Certified LED professionals. This professional Master’s degree will prepare students to reflect on the practice of LED professionals. Through the research component, students will contribute towards the development of knowledge at an advanced level and prepare them for specialised professional employment.