Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting

This program will help you make your mark in the world of business. You will explore the latest developments in the field of accounting and master the complex set of skills needed to succeed in this competitive field.

Technology has had, and continues to have, a significant impact on the accounting profession resulting in changes to how accounting services are delivered. You will learn how to leverage the opportunities this presents and meet the challenges technological change introduces to the accounting arena.

You will be guided to reach excellence in accounting concepts, principles, standards and processes and study appropriate accounting techniques to inform planning, decision making and measure performance within organizations. You will be exposed to the links between accounting and other business functions and how this affects business success.

Common across all specializations in the Bachelor of Business Administration programs are courses that will provide you with a solid foundation to communicate effectively, carry out research, understand legal, social, professional and ethical responsibilities in a business environment, apply analytical and critical thinking to business issues, use information technology effectively and understand the dynamics of a complex global business environment.

Our program undergoes a rigorous process of continual improvement to ensure it stays relevant and in line with developments within the world of business.

Through the embedding of elective courses, the program is fully aligned with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ (CIMA) Professional Qualification which means you will be eligible to sit for the CIMA exam and qualify for their professional certification alongside studying for your bachelor’s degree.

Career Opportunity

Graduates of this program are ready to take up positions in both accounting and business.

Specialized accounting knowledge combined with sound business skills are highly desirable and graduates have gone on to work in a large and diverse range of public and private organizations including banks, government entities, oil companies, education institutions, utility companies, property developers, insurance companies, airlines, hospitals, financial institutions, investment companies, construction companies and international consulting firms.

Organizations include Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Abu Dhabi National Hotels, Abu Dhabi Airports, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Ministry of Finance, Mubadala, KPMG, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, ADNOC group, Abu Dhabi Distribution Company, Abu Dhabi Health Authority, Aldar Properties, Borouj, Deloitte, Dolphin Energy, Emirates Airline, Emirates Identity Authority, Etisalat, Ernst and Young and Zakum Development Company to name but a few.