BSc in Accounting and Finance

Overview

The Accounting and Finance (AF) program provides a comprehensive knowledge of the main theories, concepts, and tools in the areas of accounting, corporate finance, investments, financial markets and institutions in a global setting. The program emphasizes on the implications of important accounting and finance issues from the perspective of various stakeholders such as individual investors, corporations, financial institutions, and policy makers. Students will acquire knowledge and skills covering a broad range of accounting and finance topics needed for successful careers in these fields.

The Accounting and Finance (AF) program successfully acquired AACSB accreditation in Fall 2021 for a ​period of five years.

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The Curriculum

The curriculum for the Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance program shall set you up with the skills to explain the fundamentals of the main business disciplines and their interaction with the financial environment, describe and discuss key concepts and principles of accounting and economics and identify the concepts, theories and practices related to finance and investment.

You will analyze real-life business and financial scenarios and formulate decisions and solutions, evaluate the feasibility of various options and decisions, and draw valid conclusions and conduct research into current problems related to finance.

You will develop keen analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills grounded in ethical values, use mathematics and statistics to solve financial problems and develop your interpersonal skills to be able to function effectively in a team. 

At the early years of your academic journey at Bachelor of Science in Finance, you will take General Education Program (GEP), attributed to the Liberal Arts – an American style education. The (GEP) covers arts and humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and technological studies to help you gain insight into varied critical learning skills, investigate essential branches of knowledge, and develop appreciation of diversity and change across time, culture, and national boundaries. ​

The curriculum and program implementation is reviewed annually by Georgetown University McDonough School of Business to ensure our BSc in Accounting and Finance degree program is industry leading.​​

Vision

To offer data-driven education to transform financial analysis and research in the region.

Mission

The program is committed to creating and sustaining high quality finance education, innovative research to lead the region.

Goals

1. Position the Accounting and Finance Program for a leading ranking through quality education, progressive research and community engagement.

2. Ensure a positive work environment, professional ethical consideration and participatory decision making and leadership; and maintain national and obtain international accreditations and benchmarking while promoting a culture of quality and excellence.

3. Prepare students for the increasingly complex challenges of financial markets through innovative problem-solving based teaching styles, and equip them with the necessary skills for national and international professional distinction; and Expand learning and information resources, optimize the use for academic and research excellence, further develop curriculums and instructional resource materials, and integrated information technologies into the teaching and programs content.

4. Attract national and international qualified students, and continue to nurture holistic leadership and entrepreneurial development.

5. Recruit and retain diverse, qualified, and competent faculty to meet the program needs.

6. Expand and optimize EU facilities and resources to support a conducive learning and working environment; and secure external research funding, reduce costs, and diversify financial sources.

7. Increase innovative research activities for faculty and students, with visible socio-economic impact.

8. Enhance the partnership with the community and industry through mutual exchanges of expertise, novel contributions to the 2030 vision, and effectively engaging students, faculty, and alumnae in the service of society.​​
   

Students who undertake this program will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the key terms, theories, practices and latest trends in the field of Accounting and Finance.

• Demonstrate problem-solving skills in the field of Accounting and Finance.

• Provide innovative solutions to problems in the field of Accounting and Finance.

• Demonstrate ability to conduct research in the field of Accounting and Finance.

• Demonstrate the understanding of ethical issues in Accounting and Finance reporting.​
  

1. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and comprehension of materials, techniques, practices, and terminologies of Finance, Accounting and Economics. (Itqan)

2. Comprehension and ability to conduct research applying various methodologies related to Finance, Accounting and Economics. (Itqan)

3. Use critical thinking to develop creative solutions to current issues and problems within the field. (Itqan)

4. Utilize advanced processes, tools and techniques to solve complex problems within the discipline. (Itqan)

5. Communicate effectively theoretical knowledge through application of IT, mathematics and statistics software in analyzing and presenting data and results. (Ambassador)

6. Demonstrate personal, professional, and ethical competencies expected for good leadership. (Ihsan)

7. Demonstrate ability to work independently and in group, responsibly and constructively, on tasks and activities related to the discipline and/or work. (Stewardship)​