MBA Accounting and Finance
20 February 2026
02 March 2026
MBA Accounting and Finance
The MBA in Accounting and Finance at the University of Professional Studies, Accra, equips graduates with advanced expertise in financial management, corporate reporting, and strategic decision-making. The programme provides a strong foundation in economics, management, and leadership while offering specialised training in taxation, auditing, corporate finance, and financial markets. Students gain practical skills in analysing financial statements, applying International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and managing public and private sector financial systems. With emphasis on ethics and professionalism, the curriculum develops both technical mastery and strategic insight. Research training, project work, and engagement with industry leaders ensure that graduates can apply theory to real-world challenges. This MBA prepares students for leadership roles in accounting firms, financial institutions, multinational corporations, and public organisations, equipping them to shape financial practices that support sustainable growth and accountability.
Requirements and Opportunities
Admission Requirements
- A Bachelor's Degree in the relevant subject area; 1st class; 2nd class lower or upper. A 3rd class will be screened on a case-by-case basis.
GTEC credential approval is required for international students. - 2 Years of work experience.
Technical Requirements
To apply for and complete this qualification, you will need:
• A laptop or desktop computer
• A stable internet connection
• To be computer literate
COURSES & Credits
Marketing Management
Organisational Behaviour and Management
Management Information Systems
Statistics for Decision-Making
Legal Aspect of Business
Economics for Managers
Financial Management
Management Accounting
Research Methods
Accounting and Financial Systems
Business Leadership and Ethics
Strategic Management
Financial Reporting
Public Sector Accounting
Corporate Finance
Corporate Reporting Strategy
Taxation and Fiscal Policy
Business Etiquette/Practitioners Forum
Project Work
Electives - Select One
This course examines risk perception, classification, and appraisal, emphasising stakeholder value creation through effective risk management. It discusses risk appetite frameworks, mitigation strategies, governance, and monitoring. Additionally, it explores risk treatment, avoidance, control, and financing, as well as utility theory, insurance contracts, underwriting, reinsurance, and pensions. By the end of the course, students will develop practical risk management skills for the Ghanaian business environment through lectures, case analyses, and presentations.
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Financial Markets and Institutions
This course explores the economics of money, banking, and financial markets, analysing their interactions with individuals, businesses, and the broader economy. It examines the structure of financial markets, their impact on domestic and global economies, and the role of monetary policy, including its tools and transmission mechanisms. The course also discusses financial institutions' functions in fund intermediation and how financial managers utilise markets to achieve strategic objectives. Students will develop investment skills and provide insights for managerial decision-making.
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Advance Audit and Assurance Services
This course examines the legal and regulatory environment of business, with a focus on money laundering, professional ethics, and corporate governance. It explores practice management procedures, including quality control, engagement acceptance, and retention. The course also delves into auditing financial statements, covering planning, evidence gathering, and review processes. Additionally, it analyses emerging trends in audit and assurance services. Through lectures, case evaluations, and presentations, students will develop critical insights into the evolving landscape of auditing and professional accountability.