Eligibility

Who Should Consider This Program

Career-Oriented Candidates

Individuals aspiring to build a long-term career in Forensic Accounting and Forensic Auditing within various sectors such as corporate, financial services, banking, and insurance. This program suits those aiming to either work within these industries or establish their independent consulting practice.

Qualified Professionals

Professionals with backgrounds as Chartered Accountants, Cost/Management Accountants, Chartered/Corporate Secretaries, and Internal Auditors. This program caters to those who want to transition into a specialized career in Forensic Accounting and Forensic Auditing or stay updated in these fields.

Diverse Backgrounds

Graduates with backgrounds in Commerce (Com), Business Administration (MBA), Law (LLB, LLM), Banking, and other finance or management professions. This program is suitable for those looking to specialize in Forensic Accounting and Forensic Auditing or enhance their foundational knowledge to improve their performance in general management roles.

Career Seekers

Individuals interested in establishing a career in the exciting field of Forensic Accounting and Forensic Auditing.

Postgraduate Students

Full-time postgraduate students pursuing programs in Forensic Accounting and Forensic Auditing.

Working Executives

Professionals currently employed who wish to boost their career opportunities and prospects in the realm of Forensic Accounting and Forensic Auditing.

Banking Professionals

Those in the banking sector seeking to elevate their expertise in the domains of Forensic Accounting and Forensic Auditing.

Educators

Academics and individuals in the teaching profession eager to enhance their knowledge in the areas of Forensic Accounting and Forensic Auditing.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Graduates from any academic background can enroll in the Forensic Accountant/Forensic Auditor (FA) Program.
  • Candidates from any field with a minimum of 50% marks and a minimum age of 18 years are eligible for enrollment in the Forensic Accountant/Forensic Auditor (FA) Program.
  • Candidates in their final year of Bachelor’s Degree programs, expecting results within three months from submitting their application to The Institute of Forensic Accountants of Pakistan (IFAP), can also apply. Such candidates will be provisionally enrolled in the Forensic Accountant/Forensic Auditor (FA) Program.

Duration Of The Program

The Forensic Accountant/Forensic Auditor (FA) Program can be completed in a period of two to three years (24-36 months) after graduation.

Validity of Registration

Candidates are required to complete all four stages/levels of the Forensic Accountant/Forensic Auditor (FA) Program within a maximum of seven years from their date of registration/enrollment. They must also complete the Formation Stage/Level 1 of the Forensic Accountant/Forensic Auditor (FA) Program within three years from their date of registration/enrollment. Candidates unable to complete the program within the specified time frame but still interested in continuing in the FA Program must re-register.

Exemptions/Waivers

Candidates with prior academic and professional qualifications like B.Com, BBA, M.Com, MBA, CA/CWA/CS, CPA, PFA, and IBP Members are eligible to get exemptions/waivers from certain subjects in all stages/levels of Forensic Accountant/Forensic Auditor (FA) Program on case to case basis.