The Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting provides general accounting education to students wanting to pursue a professional career in management accounting.  Further, this program complies with the latest competency framework for professional accountants issued by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) through their International Education Standards.  Thus, the graduates are qualified to take assessments leading to certifications in management accounting given by global professional management accounting organizations. (CMO 28, s 2017). Added features in the program are tax courses that will acclimatize them on contemporary taxes, tax remedies, and tax planning.

As a field of study, Management accounting is a profession that involves partnering in management decision-making, devising planning and performance management systems, and providing expertise in financial reporting and control to assist management in the formulation and implementation of an organization strategy.

Program Learning Outcomes

After finishing the BSMA program, its graduates are expected to:

1. Resolve and recommend solutions to business issues and problems, with a global and strategic perspective using critical thinking and technical proficiency in the areas of financial accounting and reporting, cost accounting and management, management accounting & control, taxation, and accounting information systems. 

2. Conduct management accountancy research through independent studies of relevant literature and appropriate use of accounting theory and methodologies. 

3. Employ technology as a business tool in capturing financial and non-financial information, generating and communicating reports and making decisions. 

4. Apply knowledge and skills that will successfully respond to various types of assessments (including professional licensure and certifications).  

5. Confidently maintain a commitment to strong service orientation, good corporate leadership and citizenship, social responsibility, and ethical practice in performing functions as an accountant.  

6. Demonstrate dedication to lifelong learning and flexibility in adapting to the changing business, economic, and regulatory environments, and accounting and standards.