• OVERVIEW OF PROGRAMME


    The Business Administration programme with an Accounting option is a comprehensive academic pathway designed to equip students with a solid foundation in business principles while specializing in accounting. This programme is structured to develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for a successful career in accounting and finance.

  • OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME


    The programme is designed to enable successful graduates to able to:
    • Develop Core Business Competencies: Provide students with a broad understanding of business operations, including management, marketing, and finance.
    • Specialize in Accounting Practices: Equip students with specialized knowledge in accounting principles, financial reporting, and auditing.
    • Enhance Analytical and Decision-Making Skills: Cultivate the ability to analyze financial data and make informed business decisions.
    • Prepare for Professional Certification: Prepare students for professional accounting certifications such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants).

  • AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME


    The Business Administration programme with an Accounting option aims to provide students with a comprehensive education that blends fundamental business knowledge with specialized accounting skills. The goal is to prepare graduates for successful careers in accounting and finance, equipping them with the analytical abilities, ethical grounding, and practical expertise necessary to excel in a dynamic global business environment. This programme is committed to developing proficient, ethical, nd adaptable professionals who can navigate the complexities of modern business and contribute meaningfully to their organizations and society.

  • PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS


    4-yr Degree Programmes

    Admission to level 100 would require the following entry qualifications: Senior Secondary School applicants seeking admission must have passes in six subjects with an aggregate score of 20 or better in the WASSCE/SSSCE including core subjects such as Must have passes in core subjects such as English, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies with passes in 3 electives such as Physics, Mathematics, Geography, Literature, French, Economics, Cost Accounting, Business Studies, Business Mathematics, Typing, Clerical Office Duties, Literature in English etc. OR Three passes in Advanced Business Certificate Examinations in addition to five passes in GCE ‘O’ Level or GBCE including English and Mathematics Applicants with American Grade 12 school certificate must obtain a minimum of Credits in relevant subjects. Holders of GCTU 6-month Certificate Programmes with a minimum Cumulative Weight Average of 80%. Five passes in General Business Certificate Examination including English and Mathematics and three passes in Advanced Business Certificate Examination in relevant subjects. Candidates with GCE Advanced Level must have passes in 3 subjects of which at least one must be grade D. Holders of International Baccalaureate (IB).

    MATURE Applicants:

    Applicants must be at least 25 years of age at the time of submitting the application and should have SSSC/WASSCE or GCE ‘O’ Level Certificate in five (5) subjects including English Language, Candidates who apply as mature students must meet the following requirements: i. Be at least 25 years of age ii. Have at least three (3) years work experience iii. Have a relevant professional or work experience, or have authored some work in a relevant field. iv. Must have passes in three (3) core subjects’ i.e English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science plus a pass in any two elective subjects that are relevant to faculty requirements. v. Must have credits in 5 ‘O’ Level subjects including English Language and Mathematics. vi. Diploma from a Teacher Training College In addition, mature students must go through a compulsory mature access course for a period of at least 2 months. The applicant must also pass a competitive Mature Students Entrance Examination in order to gain admission. The examination comprises: Papers in Mathematics and English Language. ii. Papers in Physics for candidates applying for programmes in Telecommunication Engineering and Computer Engineering. Applicants to other faculties must write papers that are specific to the requirements of the faculties as well as papers in Logic and topical issues..

    2½ yr Top Up Degree

    Candidates must have an HND qualification with a minimum grade of Second Class Lower Division from a recognized Polytechnic. Holders of GCTU Diploma with a minimum Cumulative Weight Average (CWA) of 65%. Admission criteria are set and monitored by Coventry University. Applications with non-standard qualifications are sent to the Faculty of Engineering and Computing in Coventry University for a decision.

  • MODULES


    First Year

    FIRST SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS SECOND SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
    INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES 3 FRENCH II 3
    INTRODUCTION TO MATHEMATICS 3 INTRO TO ECONOMICS 3
    INTRODUCTION TO MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS 3 LOGIC AND CRITICAL THINKING 3
    INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS ADMINISTARTION 3 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT 3
    INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY 3 COMPUTER APPLICATION IN MANAGEMENT 3
    INTRODUCTION TO FRENCH I 3 COMMUNICATION SKILLS 3
    COMMUNICATION SKILLS I 2

    Second Year

    FIRST SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS SECOND SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
    FINANCIAL ACOUNTING I 3 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOUR 3
    BUSINESS LAW 3 BANKING OPERATIONS & REGULATIONS 3
    PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING 3 INTRO TO OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT 3
    E-COMMERCE 3 KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT 3
    MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS 3 COST ACCOUNTING 3
    BUSINESS MATHEMATICS 3 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION 3

     Third Year

    FIRST SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS SECOND SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
    QUANTITATIVE METHODS 3 RESEARCH METHODS 3
    FINANCIAL MARKETS 3 BUSINESS ETHICS 3
    FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING II 3 BUSINESS FINANCE II 3
    CORPORATE GOVERNANCE 3 ADVANCED ACCOUNTING 3
    BUSINESS FINANCE I 3 COMPANY LAW 3
    MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING 3 ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEM 3

     Fourth Year

    FIRST SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS SECOND SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
    AUDIT AND INTERNAL REVIEW 3 AUDITING AND ASSURANCE 3
    INVESTMENT ANALYSIS 3 FINANCIAL REPORTING 3
    TAXATION I 3 STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT 3
    PROJECT WORK 3 TAXATION II 3
    ENTREPRENUERSHIP 3 PROJECT WORK 3
    PUBLIC SECTOR ACCOUNTING 3
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