Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM)

Program Goal

This programme is designed to equip graduates to function effectively in entry-level positions with a strong foundation for continued career growth. The programme combines a theoretical and technical understanding of accounting, finance, banking, marketing, administration and human resources management concepts and practices that will enhance the students’ ability to cope with future developments in these areas.

Career Opportunities

  • Accountant
  • Business Manager
  • Financial Consultant
  • Marketing Consultant
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Communications Officer
  • Entrepreneur


Goal of the Programme

  1. To train students to develop a theoretical and technical understanding of accounting, finance, banking, marketing, administration and HR management concepts and practices;
  2. To instill problem-solving attitudes and business ethics in the practice of management.
  3. To inculcate entrepreneurial and self-reliance attitudes and habits in students to make them active participants in the creation of new wealth.
  4. To enhance self-confidence and the ability to critically evaluate business and management issues and develop solutions from the ethical, professional and academic perspectives;
  5. To instill a critical and integrated understanding of the world of business, with a firm foundation in related areas such as economics, ethics, information technology, organizational behavior and business law;
  6. To prepare the students for progression to higher degree work and research.


Duration of the Programme

Four (4) Academic Years- Eight (8) semesters


Admission Requirements

  • KCSE certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+ (plus) with a minimum of KCSE C (Plain) in Mathematics and English/Kiswahili or equivalent at ‘O’ level and or ‘A’ level.
  • Holder of an accredited diploma with a credit pass from an institution that is recognized by the University Senate.
  • Holder of a diploma from Zetech University or a Senate recognized institution with a minimum aggregate of C – at KCSE.
  • EACE/KCE/KACE/EAACE certificate with a minimum of five (5) credits in any five subjects at ‘O’ level and two principals at A level.


Learning Outcomes

  1. Prepare financial statements for all entities through the application of fundamental principles and implement general financial policies, concepts and appropriate techniques in the context of current developments;
  2. Conduct business and managerial functions within the legislative and ethical framework;
  3. Evaluate and interpret long-term investment and provide investment and financial advice, business expansion and portfolio management.
  4. Manage risk in new ventures in developing their career.
  5. Exhibit business orientation and knowledge gained in problem solving, analysis of corporate financial information for decision making, conducting of market surveys, international transactions as well as formulation of appropriate human resource policies that ignite workplace performance.
  6. Conduct international transactions through foreign exchange markets, securities markets and various international financial institutions

 

CURRICULUM SETUP FOR BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING)    
    
YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1    
    
CORE UNITS  

  • BAC 111    Financial Accounting I
  • BBM 111    Introduction To Business Studies
  • BCU 100    Communication Skills
  • BCU 101    Introduction To Computer Studies and Internet
  • BEC 111    Introduction to Microeconomics
  • DEV 121    Development Studies And Ethics
  • MAT 111    Basic Mathematics   

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2    
    
CORE UNITS 

  • BAC 121    Financial Accounting II
  • BAC 316    Principles of Auditing
  • BBM 121    Principles Of Management
  • BCT 423    Management Information Systems
  • BCU 102    Health And Wellness Management
  • BEC 121    Introduction To Macroeconomics
  • BFN 121    Introduction To Financial Management   

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1    
    
CORE UNITS   

  • BAC 212    Cost Accounting
  • BAC 312    Accounting For Assets
  • BAC 321    Principles of Taxation
  • BBM 223    Organization Theory
  • BFN 211    Business Law
  • BMK 221    Principles of Marketing   

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2    
    
CORE UNITS

  • BAC 222    Accounting for Equities and Liabilities
  • BBM 213    Insurance And Risk Management
  • BFN 212    Financial Management
  • BFN 322    Financial Institutions And Markets
  • BHR 121    Human Resource Management
  • MAT 214    Business Statistics I   

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1    
    
CORE UNITS     

  • BAC 123    Introduction to Computerized Business Accounting
  • BAC 313    Advanced Financial Accounting I
  • BAC 322    Advanced Auditing
  • BBM 321    International Business Management
  • BCU 320    Research Methods
  • BFN 412    Monetary Theory And Practice
  • BHR 311    Organisational Behaviour
  • BPS 110    Supply Chain Management   

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2    
    
CORE UNITS / COURSES  

  • BAC 221    Management Accounting I
  • BAC 315    Public Sector Accounting
  • BBM 324    Total Quality Management
  • BCT 323    Electronic Commerce
  • BFN 321    Financial Statement Analysis
  • BFN 423    Public Finance
  • MAT 311    Operations Research I   

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1    
    
CORE UNITS   

  • BAC 411    Financial Reporting
  • BAC 412    Advanced Taxation
  • BAC 425    Trust and Executorship Accounting
  • BFN 410    Company Law
  • BHR 413    Work Place Counseling   

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1    
    
CORE UNITS  

  • BAC 323    Management Accounting II
  • BAC 324    Advanced Financial Accounting II
  • BBM 325    Strategic Management
  • BCU 400    Research Project
  • BCU 401    Industrial Attachment
  • BCU 410    Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • BFN 314    Micro Enterprise Finance
  • BFN 424    Financial Asset Management
       

 

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