INTRODUCTION

Being one of nine faculties of the School of Economics (CSE), Can Tho University, the Faculty of Accounting and Auditing is responsible for training and intensive scientific research in accounting and auditing

The Faculty’s establishment and development:

• The Department of Accounting – Finance – Banking was established in 1992, belonged to the School of Economics and Business Administration (SEBA), Can Tho University
• In 2005, the Department of Accounting and Auditing was established, which was separated from the Department of Accounting – Finance – Banking.
• In 2022, the Faculty of Accounting and Auditing was concurrently established with the establishment of School of Economics, Can Tho University (CSE), on the foundation of the Department of Accounting and Auditing.

MISSION

The Faculty of Accounting and Auditing, under the School of Economics, has the mission of training high-quality human resources in the fields of accounting and auditing, in accordance with national and international standards. The Faculty builds an innovative, creative, and integrated learning environment, and actively engages in research and consulting to serve the socio-economic development of the Mekong Delta region and the country as a whole.

VISION

The Faculty of Accounting and Auditing aims to become a leading and reputable institution in accounting and auditing training and research in Vietnam. The Faculty contributes to realizing the mission of the School of Economics through high-quality education, scientific research, strategic cooperation, and community engagement toward the sustainable development of the region and the broader area.

PROGRAM CURRICULUMS

1. On-campus training mode

1.1 Programmes

• Accounting (program code 7340301)
• Auditing (program code 7340302)

1.2 Curriculum

Current curriculum:

• Bachelor of Accounting (3.5 – 4 years)
• Bachelor of Auditing (3.5 – 4 years)

Upcoming curriculum:

• Bachelor of high-quality program in Accounting (4 – 4.5 years)

2. Part-time and distance programmes

2.1 Locations:

Training at the School and at the following affiliated units:

• CanTho University of Technology
• Soc Trang Community College
• Dong Thap Vocationnal College
• An Giang province continuing education center
• Ca Mau Community College
• Kien Giang Community College
• Vinh Long Community College
• Other provinces

2.2 Programmes

• Accounting (program code 7340301)

2.3 Curriculum

• Bachelor of Accounting/ Auditing (4 years)
• Bachelor of Accounting/Auditing (straight curruculum from college degree (1.5 – 2 years); from professtional secondary school (2.5 – 3.0 years)).
• Bachelor of second degree (2 – 2.5 years)

3. SHORT-TERM TRAINING: CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES

• Enterprise chief accountant
• Chief Accountant for Governmental and Non-Profit Organizations
• Small and medium business accounting practice
• Financial management and cash flows in the business
• Financial management in Governmental and Non-Profit Organizations
• Financial reporting skills
• Basic accounting
• Internal control
• Internal audit
• International Financial Reporting Standards ( IFRS)
• Earning management
• AI application in accounting and auditing

CAREER PROSPECTS FOR ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING GRADUATES

According to the annual graduate employment survey conducted by Can Tho University, the employment rate of graduates from the Faculty of Accounting and Auditing is consistently high, exceeding 90%. Graduates holding a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Auditing are well-qualified to take on a variety of professional roles, including:

1. Accountant in enterprises, banks, or public organizations, with responsibilities in general accounting, internal accounting, and financial analysis.
2. Audit assistant at independent auditing firms, with the potential to advance to the position of senior auditor or audit team leader.
3. Internal auditor in corporations, financial institutions, or public service units, responsible for operational audits, compliance audits, and internal control assessments.
4. Government auditor at the State Audit Office or other public sector agencies, conducting financial and legal audits of budget-utilizing entities.
5. Financial–accounting consultant at consulting firms, providing services in financial reporting, taxation, and business performance analysis.
6. Researcher or lecturer at academic institutions or specialized research institutes in the fields of accounting and auditing.

CONTACT INFORMATION

FACULTY OF ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS, CAN THO UNIVERSITY

• Campus II, 3/2 Street, Xuan Khanh Ward, Ninh Kieu District, Can Tho City, Vietnam
• Telephone: 0292 3734615
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