- Institution : Villa College
- Course Category: Accounting and Finance
- Intake: January / May / September
- Duration: 3 years
- Language: English
- MQA Level: 7
- Delivery Medium: Face-to-Face
- Awarding Body: Villa College
Entry Requirement
- General Entry
- 2 passes in A Level/HSC (At GCE A/L, a pass is considered E and above. HSC pass is considered C and above.) OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field OR
- Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program.
- Alternative Entry
- Completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program OR
- 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program
Course Modules
Year 1 Units:
Principles of Accounting
Foundations of Economics
Introduction to Management Accounting
Professional skills for Accountants
Principles of Finance
Statistics and Data Management
Introduction to Business Law
Financial Accounting
Diploma in Business Accounting and Finance awarded after the completion of the first year
Year 2 Units:
Financial Reporting
Advanced Management Accounting
Principles of Taxation
Computer Applications in Accounting
Business Communication
Corporate Finance
Corporate Governance
Islamic Banking and Finance
Advanced Diploma in Business Accounting and Finance awarded after the completion of the second year
Year 3 Units:
Strategic Corporate Reporting
Financial Management
Business Operation and Strategy
Advanced Taxation
Audit and Assurance
Strategic Management Accounting
Business Case Study
Optional Module (15 credits)
Risk Management
Forensic Accounting
Business Financing for SMEs
International Financial Management
Course Fee
MVR 3,750 per month x 36 months
(MVR 1,908 per month under the government free first degree scheme)
Course Description
Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance programme is aimed at working practitioners and future professionals who wish to forge a career in the finance sector. The programme ensures that participants develop a deep understanding of the wide range of topics in finance, giving them an in-depth understanding of how financial and economic concepts are connected with the business reality in financial markets. The programme is designed to align with the changes and implementation of IFRS, taxation policies, statutory audit and assurance, internal control, governance ethics, computerised accounts and financial decision-making.
The programme incorporates knowledge and practical skills. Individuals who successfully complete the programme will have a competitive edge in the market with opportunities in the public and private sector, such as banking institutions, insurance companies, investment firms and other financial institutions.
This programme is tailored for both existing and potential practitioners in the accounting and finance field.
