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Bachelor of Education in Primary Education

The Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) programme offered at Botho University focuses on training and preparing learners for a range of valuable careers that require educational skills, competencies and knowledge needed by the learners to become the professionals that they aspire to be. The programme is designed for both pre-service and in-service teachers with specializations in English language and
Mathematics. The programme is specifically designed to align with current policy initiatives regarding retooling and re-skilling teachers, as well as preparing fresh entrants into the teaching profession. With a bachelor’s degree in primary education, prospective graduates could secure good jobs in the education, social services, training, and research fields.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can:

  • Master the art of student -centered learning and teaching using modern technologies.
  • Competently apply 21st century teaching and learning approaches
  • Conduct action research into the areas of primary education with a focus in English language, Mathematics and Science.
  • Pursue continuous professional development in educational activities to expand their knowledge of professional practice.
  • Demonstrate the ability to effectively assess learning.
  • Apply problem solving skills in the different areas of specializations of primary education.
  • Be eligible to register with professional bodies both at local and international levels.
  • Demonstrate understanding of effective pedagogical practices in primary education.

Career Prospects

  • Teachers of Basic Education
  • Remedial Teachers
  • Specialist Subject Teachers of Basic Education
  • Education Researchers
  • Curriculum Development and Evaluation Officers
  • Education Officers
  • Education Counsellors
  • School Inspectors
  • Instructional Coordinators
  • Language Interpreters
  • Basic Education Policy Analysts
  • Basic Education Policy Developers
  • Basic Education Community Service Leaders

Skills Developed

  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Listening skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Good classroom management skills
  • Interactive teaching skills and patience
  • Ability to relate well with, and teach learners with learning difficulties
  • Ability to teach mixed- ability learners
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Good leadership and management skills
  • Expertise in specific subjects of specialization
  • Ability to work innovatively and in teams
  • Good time management skills

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication Engineering

The Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Electronics and Communication program is a comprehensive five-year, 600 credits undergraduate program designed to equip students with a deep understanding of electronic systems and communication technologies. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and hands-on experience, students will develop the expertise necessary to thrive in the dynamic field of electronics and communication engineering.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including Mathematics and Physics/Double Sciences/Physics +Chemistry.
  • • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field will be given exemptions based on the credit point
    equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Demonstrate high technical proficiency in electronic systems and communication technologies.
  • Excel in analytical problem-solving.
  • Innovate solutions using emerging technologies.
  • Communicate engineering concepts clearly.
  • Collaborate effectively in diverse teams.
  • Uphold ethical standards in engineering practice.
  • Embrace lifelong learning and professional development.
  • Demonstrate leadership and project management skills.
  • Understand global engineering contexts.
  • Exhibit an entrepreneurial approach to engineering.

Career Prospects

  • Electronics Engineer
  • Communication Systems Engineer
  • Network Engineer
  • Embedded Systems Developer
  • Signal Processing Engineer
  • RF Engineer
  • Telecommunications Engineer
  • Systems Engineer
  • Research and Development (R&D) Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Sales Engineer
  • Quality Assurance Engineer

Skills Developed

  • Technical Skills
  • Problem-solving Skills
  • Design and Development Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Research Skills
  • Adaptability and Innovation
  • Ethical and Professional Conduct
  • Project Management Skills
  • Continuous Learning and Professional Development

Bachelor of Technology in Software Engineering

This programme is designed to enable the students to create high-quality software applications for complex organisational environments, with an emphasis on good engineering practices that allow for ease of maintenance and the use of existing components. Candidates enrolled in this qualification will familiarise with the tools and rigorous methodologies used to develop mission-critical and safety-critical software systems. They will be equipped with skills to critically evaluate design paradigms, languages, algorithms, and techniques used to develop large-scale and complex software systems and a deep appreciation of the importance of software architecture, testing, documentation, and maintainability.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Develop strategies that drive the operations of financial institution
  • Adapt and use specific software needed for industry, business, or function.
  • Apply latest technology and tools.
  • Analyse, interpret and apply Software Engineering principles in different functional units of an organization.
  • Reflect on their managerial decisions and to assess the effect thereof in the holistic context of Software Engineering as a
    practice.

Career Prospects

  • Analyst Programmers
  • Software Developers
  • Software Engineers
  • Software Testers
  • Estate Administration
  • Web Developers
  • Solutions Architects

Skills Developed

  • Programming Languages
  • Software Development
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Database Management
  • Web Development
  • Software Testing
  • Object-Oriented Design
  • Operating Systems
  • Networking
  • Project Management

Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management

This programme equips individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of the modern global commerce. This
specialised field focuses on the efficient and seamless coordination of every aspect involved in the production and distribution of goods and services. Supply chain management plays a crucial role in optimizing operations, reducing costs, and ensuring seamless coordination across the entire supply chain.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Develop strategies for business supply chain operations
  • Communicate supply chain business information to aid decision-making
  • Identify and manage business logistics and supply chain risks
  • Develop procurement and supply chain strategies
  • Use supply chain tools and softwares for ease of management
  • Manage logistics and inventory

Career Prospects

  • Procurement Manager
  • Distribution Manager
  • Logistics Manager
  • Logistics Analyst
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Inventory Manager
  • Purchasing Manager

Skills Developed

  • Analytical capability
  • Time management skills
  • Planning and organisational skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Risk management
  • Procurement
  • Logistics management

Bachelor of Science in Hospital Administration

This programme focuses on equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage healthcare facilities and services. This program combines business management principles with a deep understanding of the healthcare industry. Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within the healthcare sector, ensuring the efficient and effective operation of hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes.

Graduates of this programme can:

  • Be equipped with knowledge of business, healthcare management and leadership
  • Healthcare Economics; strategic planning and healthcare systems
  • Provide insights into healthcare systems, financial management, and human resources
  • Be prepared to lead and navigate the complexities of healthcare organizations

Career Prospects

  • Health manager
  • Office manager
  • Practice administrator
  • Program administrator/Manager
  • Healthcare Administrator
  • Healthcare Management Practitioner
  • Clinical Management
  • Management Consultant
  • Health Insurance Professional
  • Health Information Manager
  • Public Health Professional
  • Managed Care Analyst
  • Hospital Director of Admitting
  • Pharmaceutical Sales Manager
  • Health IT manager

Skills Developed

  • Healthcare Knowledge
  • Administrative and Organizational Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Leadership and Management
  • Financial Management
  • Health Information Management
  • Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
  • Human Resources Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Ethical Decision-Making
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Public Health Knowledge
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Crisis Management
  • Technology Proficiency

Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics

This programme covers a combination of healthcare, information technology, and data management courses. Students learn how to effectively manage healthcare data, utilise technology in healthcare settings, and ensure the security and accuracy of health information. It also prepares students for careers in healthcare IT, health data analysis, electronic health records management, and other related fields.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including English, Mathematics/Statistics and Science

Graduates of this programme can:

  • Be equipped to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery
  • Health Informatics focuses on the development, maintenance, and use of technology and data
  • Be able to set up and implement sustainable technologies that will streamline administrative and clinical service delivery
  • Perform data utilization, data analytics, and knowledge of technologies that improve patient care delivery

Career Prospects

  • Clinical Informatician
  • Pharmacy or Nutrition Informatician
  • Health Informatics Analyst
  • Medical Information Officer
  • Health Informatics Consultant
  • Health Informatics Officer
  • Nursing Informatics
  • Electronic Medical Record Keeper
  • Healthcare IT Project Manager
  • Data Managers
  • Health Mobile technology developers/Scientists
  • Quality Analysts in Research Centers
  • Health Information Managers
  • Health Insurance Firms / Managers
  • Electronic Medical Records Specialist
  • Healthcare Systems Analyst
  • Hospital Front Desk

Skills Developed

  • Data security
  • Programming
  • Health information Systems
  • Health care systems
  • Data analytics
  • Strategic management

Bachelor of Science in Safety, Health and Environmental Management

This programme will equip students with skills that will empower and capacitate them with abilities to penetrate the industrial market and atmospheres, they can engage in safety, health, and environmental consultancy as well as work as Safety, Health, and Environmental officers and managers. Additionally, the graduates may acquire positions as Environmental Policy analysts as well as OHS trainers, inspectors, practitioners, and assessors. In academic progression, this qualification may work as a baseline entry qualification into various fields of vertical progression towards postgraduate qualifications like Environmental Management, Risk and Safety Management, Public Policy and Health and any other relevant field as may be fit.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including English, Mathematics/Statistics and Science.

Graduates of this programme can:

  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts of Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Management
  • Conduct accident/incident investigations
  • Critically and comprehensively analyse Safety, Health, and Environmental risks at the workplace and external environments
  • Develop practical, sustainable, cost- effective, and environmentally friendly solutions and alternatives in addressing challenges on safety, health, and environmental management at the workplace and beyond
  • Formulate programs with a mandate to drive environmental sustainability for safe, sustainable and healthy human capital
  • Investigate the effects of exposures to occupational health, safety and environmental stressors
  • Engage in academic debates and research forums on issues addressing Safety, Health and Environmental Management

Career Prospects

  • Safety, Health and Environment Representatives
  • Occupational Health and Safety Management Consultants
  • Safety, Health and Environment Managers and officers
  • Safety, Health and Environment Policy Analyst and Developers
  • Safety, Health and Environment Officers
  • Environmental Officers
  • Environmental Managers
  • Risk Control Officers
  • Risk Control Managers
  • Loss Control Officers
  • Loss Control Managers
  • Safety Officers
  • Safety Managers
  • Safety Auditors
  • Trainers in Occupational Health and Safety Management
  • Administrators in Occupational Health and Safety and related fields
  • Human Resources officers in Occupational Health and Safety and related fields
  • Industrial and Environmental Assessors
  • Safety Health Assessors
  • Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Inspector
  • Health and Safety Practitioner
  • Lecturer / Academic Officer
  • Environmental Control/Protection Officer
  • Industrial Hygienist
  • Environmental Impact Assessment Officer/Specialist
  • Occupational Health and Safety Management Researcher

Skills Developed

  • Communication skills
  • Strong personal and people skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Energetic and an intense desire to learn
  • Enthusiasm and dedication
  • Critical thinking skills

Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management

This programme combines Science, Business, and Information Technology to ensure that students who undertake it come out furnished with the necessary skills they will need to work in middle to senior management grades in clinical and hospital settings or physicians’ offices as Health Data & Information Managers, Bio Statisticians, Medical Informaticians, Data Quality Managers, Researchers, and Public Health Information Managers or Officers.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including English, Mathematics and Biology/Double Sciences.

Graduates of this programme can:

  • Build effective systems to collect, generate, organise, collate, analyse, interpret and disseminate health related data
  • Organise and present health related information for policy, planning and for operations management of the health sector
  • Design data collection tools/instruments
  • Conduct special studies/evaluations on health information areas
  • Develop protocols/guidelines for health information management
  • Develop and manage a health informatics infrastructure
  • Develop and administer medical databases
  • Ensure privacy and ethical practices when managing patient data
  • Carry out medical transcription
  • Carry out coding of diseases and drugs using ICD 10 or later standards

Career Prospects

  • Health Data & Information Management Officer/Managers
  • Medical Informatician
  • Data Quality Manager & Researcher
  • Public Health Information Managers/Officers
  • Inpatient and Outpatient HIM Coder & Coding Educator
  • Director – Coding Operations Hospital
  • HIM Analyst/Coder
  • HIM Programme Director
  • Medical Coding Manager
  • HIM Consultant
  • HIM Practice Leader Operations
  • Health Information Services Manager
  • Insurance Manager
  • Hospital Administrator

Skills Developed

  • Computer skills
  • Professional writing
  • Presentation skills
  • Data collection and analysis skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Creative, critical, logical and analytical thinking skills
  • Team building and management skills

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering

This programme runs for five years with a six-month internship programme where students will be expected to do Professional Practice. There is a need for Electrica l Engineers in the Botswana engineering industry inorganisations such as the Botswana Power Corporation (BPC), Botswana Telecommunication Corporation (BTC) and Morupule Coal Mine (MCM) as well as many construction companies. Graduates can also seek opportunities in international markets.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including English,Mathematics and Physics/Double Sciences/Physics +Chemistry.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field will be given exemptions based on the credit point
    equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Find solutions for electrical systems and devise mechanisms for solving engineering problems related to the electrical
    industry
  • Work in the power generation industry e.g. the Botswana Power Corporation
  • Work with electronic devices such as large and small computers
  • Work in scientific research and development
  • Work in the computer hardware industry

Career Prospects

  • Power systems
  • Household appliances
  • Telecommunication industry
  • Power transmission lines
  • Management
  • Consulting

Skills Developed

  • Designing skills needed in the electrical industry
  • Mathematical and Logical skills
  • Computer skills
  • Professional writing
  • Presentation skills

Bachelor of Science in Network Security and Computer Forensics

This programme equips students with a strong understanding of computer technology and networks as well as the skills and discipline required to protect these systems and data from malicious manipulation and attacks. With the acquired knowledge they can effectively address the rising need for cyber security in the corporate setting as technology continues to advance and get increasingly adapted in various processes.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Design and develop network architecture and ensure security of the network
  • Acquire knowledge of computer crime through forensic methods.
  • Process Legal requirement for collecting evidence.

Career Prospects

  • Information Technology
  • Computer Forensics Analysts
  • Vulnerability Security research engineer
  • Digital Forensics Examiner
  • Malware Media Forensics Analysts
  • Forensics Auditors
  • Network Security Specialists
  • Computer Crime Investigators or Security Analysts

Skills Developed

  • Networking Protocols
  • Network Architecture and Design
  • Routing and Switching
  • Network Security
  • Wireless Networking
  • Network Management and Monitoring
  • Network Virtualisation
  • Cloud Computing and Networking
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Cryptography
  • Operating Systems
  • Programming and Scripting
  • Project Management

Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security and Risk Management

This programme prepares students for a career in dealing with cybercrimes and risk management issues in both private and public institutions. Graduates will be able to apply knowledge gained in this programme to eliminate cybercrimes confronting most organisations.
In the same vein, they will be able to guide organisations on how to eliminate the various risks that could obstruct organisations from achieving their goals and objectives.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including English and Mathematics.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Security Architect
  • Penetration Tester (or Ethical Hacker)
  • Cryptography
  • Chief Information Security Officer
  • Security Engineer
  • Security Auditor (or Forensic Expert)
  • Incident Responder
  • Vulnerability Assessor

Career Prospects

  • Security Architect
  • Penetration Tester (or Ethical Hacker)
  • Cryptography
  • Chief Information Security Officer
  • Security Engineer
  • Security Auditor (or Forensic Expert)
  • Incident Responder
  • Vulnerability Assessor

Skills Developed

  • Basic knowledge of networking
  • Python programming
  • Scripting languages
  • Java programming
  • Knowledge of current IT Laws

Bachelor of Commerce in Hospitality Management

This programme combines practical and theoretical learning in the Degree programme ensure that graduates are well versed in knowledge, skills and competencies required in the hospitality industry characterised by continuous changes in technology and customer motivations. The course sets a firm foundation for those aspiring to establish careers or become entrepreneurs in the hospitality industry.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including English and Mathematics.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point equivalency

Graduates of this programme can:

  • Manage daily operations in a hotel or restaurant
  • Solve day-to-day challenges within a business
  • Maximize customer satisfaction for the business
  • Make key business decisions
  • Influence business strategy
  • Analyse business data
  • Manage and organize product portfolios
  • Appraise corporate projects
  • Create and implement strategic plans
  • Establish new ventures
  • Research and development

Career Prospects

  • Restaurant Managers
  • Food and Beverage Managers
  • Guest Relations Managers
  • Front Office Managers
  • Executive Housekeepers
  • Rooms divisions Managers
  • Reservations Managers
  • Sales and Marketing Managers
  • Tourism and Hospitality Consultants
  • Researchers and Lecturers

Skills Developed

  • Passion for the hospitality industry
  • Ability to interact with people
  • Ability to be on your feet for long periods
  • Understanding facts and figures
  • Computer skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Market intelligence

Bachelor of Science in Data Science

This programme is concerned with extracting intelligence from data. This is done by applying cutting-edge techniques from Statistics, Mathematics and Computer Science. The techniques used to understand the modern abundance of data are at the intersection of computing and mathematics, including statistics and machine learning, and there is a high demand in the industry. Furthermore, the qualification will aid in making data-driven decisions in the bid to attain Sustainable Environment and Sustainable Economic Development.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including including English and Mathematics.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point
    equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Apply data-driven models in various fields like finance, biology, health, education, agriculture, and many other fields
  • Communicate in technical and non-technical terms concepts of Data Science in different sectors of the economy
  • Develop new data processing models
  • Apply developed models to various problems
  • Develop multiple programming languages used for expressing solutions
  • Safeguard the ethical use of data in all aspects of their profession
  • Work effectively in a team
  • Communicate effectively
  • Develop research skills
  • Develop entrepreneurial skills
  • Develop new businesses ideas and help improve existing ones
  • Develop and implement corporate governance guidelines for financial institutions

Career Prospects

  • Data Analyst
  • Data Mining Engineer
  • Data Architect
  • Data Scientist
  • Senior Data Scientist
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Machine Learning Scientist
  • Clinical Data Managers

Skills Developed

  • Statistical analysis and computing
  • Machine learning
  • Deep learning
  • Processing large data sets
  • Data visualisation
  • Highly organised and effective decision making
  • Data wrangling
  • Mathematics
  • Programming

Bachelor of Commerce in Investment and Banking

The programme is designed for prospective graduates seeking to develop business skills and competencies to start and grow small businesses and contribute to economic growth and the creation of sustainable job opportunities. Many big companies across the globe started small and grew into conglomerates. Hence, the key thrust of the programme is to develop business owners or managers capable of scaling up business
entities and transforming economies across the globe.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including English and Mathematics.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Develop strategies that drive the operations of financial institution
  • Effectively communicate financial information and its implications on investment decisions
  • Advise on mergers and acquisitions
  • Manage financial risk and advise in international trade transactions
  • Develop and implement credit policies for financial institutions
  • Evaluate macro economic factors and give advice on their effect to financial institutions
  • Analyse and evaluate financial information
  • Manage investments and develop risk mitigation measures
  • Use research information to advise on policy options
  • Evaluate the long term profitability of investments and provide advise to investors
  • Develop new businesses ideas and help improve existing ones
  • Develop and implement corporate governance guidelines for financial institutions

Career Prospects

  • Investment
  • Banking
  • Portfolio Management
  • Accounting
  • Estate Administration
  • Taxation
  • Auditing
  • Corporate Governance
  • Stock Brokers
  • Market Analyst
  • Consultancy: Public and Private Sector

Skills Developed

  • An interest in the financial institutions and how they function
  • Willingness to work long hours
  • Excellent skills in excel
  • Good analytical skills, and the ability to see the big picture
  • Energetic and an intense desire to learn
  • Highly organised and effective decision making
  • Internet Savvy
  • Enthusiasm and dedication
  • Excellent mathematical skills
  • Good planning and organizational abilities
  • Strong personal and people skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Bachelor of Commerce in Risk Management

This programme provides basic, technical and advanced skills in risk management and insurance. It covers areas such as economics, information technology, accounting, research, risk management, insurance and management which are vital for the success of risk professionals. It develops the knowledge, skills and competencies of risk practitioners who would be employed anywhere in the world.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including English and Mathematics.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Discover, model and manage risk
  • Solve risk and insurance related problems
  • Develop corporate governance models
  • Research on existing problems and develop solutions
  • Develop business continuity plans
  • Identify and evaluate sources of finance
  • Appraise investment projects
  • Manage finances
  • Plan on taxation issues
  • Develop new and innovative ideas and start own enterprises
  • Manage property and related issues
  • Manage international business finance

Career Prospects

  • Chief Risk Officers / Takers
  • Underwriters
  • Financial Advisors
  • Educationist
  • Financial Risk Managers
  • Compliance and Governance Managers
  • Insurance Brokers / Insurance Adjusters
  • Investment Analysts
  • Portfolio Managers
  • Credit Analysts
  • Captive Insurers

Skills Developed

  • Financial management
  • Presentation
  • Research
  • Analytical
  • Critical thinking
  • Entrepreneurial
  • Problem solving
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint

Bachelor of Commerce in Finance

This programme targets students wishing to enter the financial, commercial banking and investment sectors. The programme develops an indepth understanding of finance with accounting practices and commerce. Opportunities are widely available with a multifaceted finance sector offering various positions catering to different skills and interests.

Admissions Criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with 5 Passes including English and Mathematics.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Analyse investments and provide advice to investors on the best products
  • Plan and organize financial flows
  • Prepare financial statements and interpret
  • Select the best portfolios for investment
  • Prepare financial models and predict future financial needs
  • Employ statistical techniques and help in decision-making
  • Evaluate stock markets’ performance give advice on how they affect businesses
  • Measure, evaluate, and forecast risk affecting businesses
  • Make use of entrepreneurial skills and advise current and new business opportunities
  • Gather data, analyse and use for decision making

Career Prospects

  • Finance Managers
  • Investment Officers
  • Portfolio Managers
  • Financial Analysts
  • Educationist
  • Financial Journalists
  • Financial Risk Managers
  • Taxation Consultants
  • Stock Brokers
  • Asset Managers
  • Financial Planners
  • Financial Advisors
  • Consultancy: Public and Private sector

Skills Developed

  • An interest in the ‘business of business’
  • Good analytical skills, and the ability to see the big picture
  • Excellent mathematical skills
  • Good planning and organizational abilities
  • Strong personal and people skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Energetic and an intense desire to learn
  • Highly organised and effective decision making
  • Internet savvy
  • Enthusiasm and dedication

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting

This programme helps develop student‘s understanding of accounting with a deeper look into taxation, auditing, assurance, commerce, finance, strategic management, etc. It is targeted at those who would like to permeate the accounting sector, commercial banking sector, investment sector, or work in public sector companies or accounting firms.

Admission criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with of 5 Passes including English and Mathematics.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Prepare financial statements
  • Interpret and analyse financial information
  • Interpret and apply financial standards
  • Prepare and analyse budgets
  • Manage cash flows
  • Develop, model and manage risk
  • Research on existing problems and develop solutions
  • Develop business continuity plans
  • Identify and evaluate sources of finance
  • Appraise investment projects
  • Manage finances
  • Plan on taxation issues
  • Develop new and innovative ideas and start
    own enterprises

Career prospects

  • Accountant
  • Auditors
  • Educationist
  • Taxation Consultants
  • Finance Managers
  • Accounts Consultants
  • Middle Level Managers
  • Accounts Clerks
  • Bookkeepers

Skills Developed

  • Financial management
  • Presentation
  • Research
  • Analytical
  • Critical thinking
  • Entrepreneurial
  • Problem solving
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint

Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management

This program is designed for students seeking to build a career in management, primarily in profit driven sectors. It carefully combines theoretical and practical teaching as part of its training approach, while incorporating work-related learning to ensure the production of graduates with both the knowledge and skills to succeed in the competitive business sector worldwide.

Admission criteria

  • BGCSE/equivalent with of 5 Passes including English and Mathematics.
  • Applicants in possession of a Diploma or Higher Diploma in related field may be given exemptions based on the credit point equivalency.

Graduates of this programme can

  • Address practical business problems
  • Make key business decisions
  • Influence business strategy
  • Analyse business data
  • Manage and organize product portfolio
  • Appraise corporate projects
  • Manage small business
  • Plan and implement strategic plan
  • Establish new ventures
  • Research and development

Career prospects

  • Operations Manager
  • Business Process Orchestration Analyst
  • Business Consultant
  • Business Lecturer
  • Branch Supervisor
  • Branch Manager
  • Country Manager
  • Change Management Consultant

Skills Developed

  • Understanding of facts and figures
  • Computer skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Market intelligence
  • Ability to deal with people
  • Interest in starting and growing a business