With the development of the Vietnamese economy, there is a high demand for ensuring the financial records of businesses. As a result, graduates in the field of accounting can easily find employment opportunities in both domestic and international companies. Financial accounting ranks third among the top five functional departments with the highest recruitment demand (according to Navigos Group). Moreover, the department has good relationships with international professional accounting associations such as CPA Australia Vietnam, ACCA Vietnam, multinational corporations, and Big4 audit firms, providing internship and job opportunities for students.
1. DECISION ON OPENING A NEW ACADEMIC PROGRAM [Access here]
2. GENERAL INFORMATIONS
2.1. Program General Objective (POs)
Table 1. Program General Objective – Accounting
| POs | Program General Objective |
| PO1 | The programme aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge in accounting and auditing. |
| PO2 | The programme helps students be able to pursue postgraduate studies as well as obtain professional certificates in accounting and auditing (VACPA, ACCA, and CPA). |
| PO3 | The programme equips students with research skills and proficient professional practice skills, including analysis, planning and consulting. |
| PO4 | The programme aims at developing management skills in the field of accounting and auditing for the students. |
| PO5 | The programme helps students be able to self-study and to participate in training courses to keep up with new regulations related to accounting and auditing laws. |
2.2. Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Table 2. Program Learning Outcomes – Accounting
| PLOs | Content of Program Learning Outcomes |
| PLO1 | Have knowledge and argumentation in the field. |
| PLO2 | Have basic knowledge of the structure and principles of the political direction of the Communist Party of Vietnam and the basic principles of Marxism-Leninism. |
| PLO3 | Analyze financial statements, management reports, tax reports, and audit reports to assist businesses in making short and long-term decisions. Have critical thinking skills, examination, evaluation of risk issues, and the assurance, reliability of accounting information, thus providing appropriate solutions in the field of accounting and auditing. |
| PLO4 | Research and develop in the field of accounting and auditing. Be able to research laws, standards, decrees, circulars when faced with an accounting issue and to propose optimal solutions for businesses |
| PLO5 | Possess skills in organization and management in professional accounting and auditing activities. |
| PLO6 | Possess skills in applying advanced information technology in the field of accounting and auditing (MS-Office or specialized software). |
| PLO7 | Demonstrate communication skills, teamwork, debate, and presentation of ideas. |
| PLO8 | Adhere to professional and ethical standards in accounting and auditing. |
| PLO9 | Respect ethical principles, professional responsibility, and professional regulations; enthusiastic and responsible for their work. |
| PLO10 | Collect, process information, apply new methods and current regulations in the field of accounting, auditing, taxation in Vietnam and internationally. Engage in activities of professional organizations such as: VACPA (Vietnam), CPA Australia, ACCA (UK), CIMA (UK), CMA (US), CFM (US). Respect diversity differences in a multicultural environment, be proactive and strive to improve the work environment. |
3. PROGRAM DETAILS
Entrance exam group: A, A1, D1
Program Code: 7340301
3.1. For the 2019 cohort, please choose the English level:
3.2. For the 2020 cohort, please choose the English level:
3.3. For the 2021 cohort, please choose the English level:
3.4. For the 2022 cohort, please choose the English level:
3.5. For the 2023 cohort, please choose the English level:
3.6. For the 2024 cohort, please choose the English level:
3.7. For the 2025 cohort, please choose the English level:
4. THE PROGRAM SPECIFICATION
The program specification serves as an official and comprehensive document describing the academic structure and key characteristics of the program. It covers essential components such as the program’s vision and mission, program educational objectives, intended learning outcomes, curriculum structure, teaching and learning strategies, assessment methods, academic regulations, and course descriptions.
The document is divided into two major sections: Program Specification and Course Specification. The Program Specification section presents the overall curriculum framework, program learning outcomes, curriculum mapping, and the alignment between courses and intended learning outcomes. Meanwhile, the Course Specification section provides detailed information on individual courses, including general education courses, core courses, specialized courses, and thesis-related courses.
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5. MODULE HANDBOOK
The module handbook offers a comprehensive description of the program and its curriculum structure. It includes detailed information on all modules, covering general education courses, foundational courses, specialized compulsory and elective courses, as well as internship and thesis components. For each module, the handbook outlines the course learning outcomes, course content, teaching and assessment approaches, workload requirements, and prerequisites. This ensures transparency and supports the alignment between the curriculum, program objectives, and the expected competencies of graduates.
* Information about the Enhanced English Proficiency Program at IU, please [refer here].