Business & Actuarial Studies
Accounting
Accounting teaches you how to track, manage, and report financial information for businesses and organizations. You will learn how to audit financial statements, calculate taxes, manage budgets, and use accounting software to keep companies financially healthy and compliant with regulations.
Program objectives
- 01Understand how to prepare accurate balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
- 02Learn taxation rules, corporate auditing, and forensic accounting principles.
- 03Master financial data management using modern accounting software tools.
- 04Build ethical decision-making skills to prevent financial fraud and misreporting.
Why choose this program
Essential for every business
Every startup, corporation, non-profit, and government agency needs skilled accountants to manage money.
Clear path to professional charter
Provides a strong foundation for taking ICAG, ACCA, or CIMA professional exams.
High career stability
Financial record-keeping and auditing are permanent requirements across all industries.
Skills you'll build
- Financial statement preparation
- Auditing and internal controls
- Tax calculation and reporting
- Cost accounting and budgeting
- Attention to detail
- Integrity and ethics
- Analytical thinking
Tools & software
- Tally
- QuickBooks
- Sage Accounting
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Challenges to expect
Academic
- Keeping track of complex tax laws, auditing standards, and changing financial regulations.
Technical
- Mastering advanced spreadsheet formulas and dedicated financial management software.
Financial
- Exam fees for professional chartered bodies (like ICAG or ACCA) require extra planning.
Personal
- Long working hours during annual auditing and tax filing seasons.
Tips from the field
- Master Microsoft Excel early because accountants rely on spreadsheets daily.
- Start registering for student papers with ICAG or ACCA while still completing your degree.
- Pay extra attention to ethics modules—accuracy and honesty are vital in accounting.
Career paths
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Tax Consultant
- Financial Analyst
- Payroll Manager
Where you can study this
| Name | Latest cutoff | Tuition (annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and TechnologyBSc | 7(2024) | — |
| Academic City UniversityBBA | — | — |
| Accra Institute of TechnologyCTech, DTech | — | GHS / USD 1,050–1,050 |
| Accra Technical UniversityHND, BTech | — | — |
| University of Cape CoastBCom, BEd | 15(2025) | — |
FAQs
Will studying BBA Accounting make me a Chartered Accountant automatically?+
No. The degree gives you academic knowledge and exemptions, but you must pass professional body exams (like ICAG or ACCA) to become fully chartered.
Do I need to be a top General Arts or Business student in SHS to excel here?+
You need good numerical skills and a solid pass in Core Mathematics, but the degree teaches accounting from introductory levels.
What is the difference between Accounting and Finance?+
Accounting focuses on tracking and reporting past/present money transactions. Finance focuses on planning, investing, and growing money for the future.
Which software will I learn to use during the program?+
You will gain hands-on training with industry-standard packages such as Tally, QuickBooks, Sage, and Advanced Excel.
Can I work in a bank with an Accounting degree?+
Yes. Banks frequently hire accounting graduates for credit control, internal audit, and financial analysis roles.
Is it possible to combine my degree studies with ACCA exams?+
Yes. Many students take professional papers during university holidays to speed up their qualification path.
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