Students enrolled in this program earn a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with specialization Accounting. The program seeks to prepare students for leadership roles in profit and non-profit organizations and for post-baccalaureate studies in business.

Career Prospects and Access to Further Studies

Graduates of this program have the opportunity to work in the following organizations and professions and/or continue their studies in a Master’s program in the field of Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, etc.:

• Audit firms, accounting offices and tax offices,
• Service, trade or industry companies,
• Banks,
• Public and semi-public organizations and
• Educators or consultants/researchers related to accounting and business administration.

Professional Certifications

This program is an Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Accredited Program. Graduates of this program are exempted from the 9 out of
the 13 examinations of the professional accounting body ACCA.

Accreditation

This program of study is accredited by the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CYQAA). CYQAA is the competent authority of the Republic of Cyprus responsible for ensuring the quality of higher education in Cyprus and for the support of the processes provided by the relevant Legislation, for the continuous improvement and upgrading of higher education institutions and their programs of study.

The qualification awarded is recognized by the Cyprus Council of Recognition of Higher Education Qualifications (KYSATS). KYSATS is the competent authority of the Republic of Cyprus for the recognition of higher education qualifications.

Purpose and Objectives

The program’s purpose and objectives are:

1. To provide students an in-depth understanding of the principles, policies, and theories that govern the field of business administration while placing strong emphasis on practical implementation of business fundamentals.
2. To develop the students’ critical thinking and refine their analytical and decision-making skills.
3. To establish a broad understanding of the business function and its relation to society as a whole as well as the effect of social and political forces on business.
4. To provide students with the problem-solving skills and tools to begin careers enjoying opportunities for advancement to leadership positions.
5. To equip graduates with a solid academic, technical, and intellectual background that would enable them to continue their education in high-quality graduate and professional schools.

Intended learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program of study, its graduates will:

1. Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills to evaluate and resolve accounting-related issues within the context of business operations, emphasizing the impact of global trends and challenges on organizational decision-making.
2. Apply statistical and quantitative reasoning to systematically collect, analyze, and interpret financial and non-financial data, utilizing conventional and technological tools to support evidence-based decisions in accounting and finance.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in applying accounting principles, concepts, and frameworks, ensuring compliance with international and local accounting standards.
4. Prepare, analyze, and interpret consolidated financial statements and other reports as part of the accounting cycle to provide accurate and reliable financial information for stakeholders.
5. Evaluate internal control and audit systems to identify risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and recommend strategies for organizational improvement and assurance.