MSc in Accounting and Finance


About MSc in Accounting and Finance

The 100% Online MSc in Accounting and Finance from The Copperbelt University offers a unique opportunity to develop an appreciation of the causes and significance of current developments in the financial and corporate sectors and to study advanced theory and practice relating to accounting and finance. The programme aims to provide the potential students with the rare and unique knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a professional career in accounting, financial services or related sectors of the economy.


REQUIRED COURSES

Stage I


Research Methods & Statistics


Contemporary Issues in Accounting


Strategic Management


Advanced Financial Reporting and Regulation

Stage II


Advanced Corporate Finance


Statistics for Risk and Decision Making


Advanced Management Accounting


Advanced Auditing

Stage III


Taxation


International Financial Markets


Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management


Management of Corporate Mergers, Acquisitions, and Investments

Stage IV


Master Thesis

Duration

The programme will be offered through eLearning under the Directorate of Distance Educationand Open Learning for duration of 21 months (18 + 3 months for thesis).

M.Sc. in Accounting and Finance

Overview

Understanding of the theoretical and practical issues in accounting and finance is critical for managers who often have to make rapid and far-reaching decisions about the short-term financial operations and long-term strategies of organizations. Learn the disciplines related to the functional and management aspects of accountancy & finance, develop insights of financial irregularities in organizations, and to highlight the importance of undertaking financial audits;


The 100% Online MSc in Accounting and Finance with The Copperbelt University offers a unique knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a professional career in accounting, financial services or related sectors of the economy. Complete the distance learning program while on the Job without compromising on your daily commitments. Access hours of lectures from world class faculty which helps in completing your assignments effectively.


Tuition and Fees

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Approved Tuition and Fees
Fee Name Zambian Nationals International Students
Application Fee 200 ZMW 25 USD
Tuition Fee-Semester 1 16,000 ZMW 1,600 USD
Tuition Fee-Semester 2 16,000 ZMW 1,600 USD
Tuition Fee-Semester 3 16,000 ZMW 1,600 USD
Thesis Seminar 3,000 ZMW 300 USD
Thesis Stage 5,000 ZMW 400 USD
Technology Fee (Yearly) 500 ZMW 40 USD
Instructional Materials Included Included
E – Library Included Included

*Average monthly payments of Zambian 2666.66 ZMW – International 266.66 USD

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Admissions Requirements

  1. O-levels – 6 credits or better score in 5 subjects, including English. Passing Maths is mandatory, with no minimum score.
  2. National Students – NRC/Zambian Passport
  3. International Students – Passports
  4. Application fee of 200 ZMW/25 USD
  5. Scanned copies of Bachelor’s degree and official
  6. transcripts (accredited by HEA) or equivalent


Department Contact Info

Ecampus

P.O Box 21692, Jambo Drive, Kitwe, Zambia

admissions@ecampus.cbu.ac.zm

Mon – Fri 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

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