Bachelor of Business and Accounting

Overview

Master the Language of Business: Accounting and Finance

The Bachelor of Business in Accounting program is designed to prepare learners for successful careers in accounting across both private and public sector organizations. It provides a solid foundation in the essentials of accounting and finance, crucial for operating in diverse enterprises. The curriculum emphasizes the global importance of the accounting profession, equipping learners to manage financial transactions in multinational and global companies. 

The initial two years of the program build a strong base in key business functions within accountancy. This is followed by advanced courses in Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Accounting Analytics, and Contemporary Issues in Accounting and Taxation, offering a detailed examination of functional areas of accounting practice. Graduates of this program also benefit from exemptions from the first level papers required by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) professional certification. 

Who is This Program For?

For Aspiring Accountants and Business Leaders.

This program is suitable for high school graduates and professionals starting in the business and accounting career path. It also targets administrators, financial administrators, managers, supervisors, and facilitators from various sectors, including public, private, social, and accounting firms. 

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    Financial Analyst
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    Auditor
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    Tax Consultant
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    Budget Officer
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    Management Accountant
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    Finance Manager
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    Internal Audit Director
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    Chief Financial Officer
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Knowledge

Graduates of this program will gain a strong foundation in:

  • Core functional areas of business, including marketing, management, human resource management, economics, accounting, and finance.

  • Underlying concepts, theories, and models of business functions.

  • Appropriate accounting, reporting, auditing, governance, legal, and ethical standards applicable in different business and financial contexts.

  • Analyzing accounting data and information according to best business practices. 

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Skills You Will Gain

This program equips learners with the ability to:

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Prepare financial reports to support decision-making and strategy implementation.

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Employ relevant financial tools and reports for forecasting, enterprise decision-making, and strategy implementation.

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Apply relevant auditing, governance, and risk management models and mechanisms.

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Defend written business projects effectively in various business settings.

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Analyze diverse business data sets for effective decision-making.

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Design research to address business problems within the discipline.

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Conduct business operations while adhering to legal and ethical practices.

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Identify innovative entrepreneurial opportunities using a structured framework. 

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Assess current professional development practices for continuous growth

Pre-requisites

The program is designed for both in-career personnel and fresh university graduates keen on human resource management

  • Pre-program: MATH001 Remedial Mathematics.

Assessment Methods

At HBMSU, your learning journey is supported by a structured and transparent assessment process that ensures both quality and continuous improvement.

Full Program Assessment

Evaluates the overall curriculum, study plan, graduation and entry requirements, and benchmarks the program against international standards. 

Every 3 Years

Learning Outcomes Assessment

Measures how well students are achieving key Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) and how these link to course objectives (CLOs).

Annual

Course-Level Quality Checks

Reviews course design, teaching tools, assessment methods, and student performance every semester to ensure continuous improvement. 

Ongoing / Each Semester