Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Top-Up) in Accounting and Finance
Program Summary
Develop the technical expertise, analytical thinking, and financial leadership competencies required to excel in accounting, auditing, financial management, corporate finance, taxation, and business advisory services. This professionally oriented programme combines accounting, finance, digital financial systems, auditing, research, and strategic management to prepare graduates for successful careers in the public, private, and development sectors.
Program Overview
Purpose
To contribute to sustainable economic development by developing competent accounting and finance professionals capable of promoting financial integrity, accountability, transparency, and organisational performance.
Goal
To strengthen learners' competencies in accounting, financial management, auditing, corporate finance, taxation, digital financial systems, and strategic decision-making.
In today's global economy, organisations require finance professionals who can do far more than prepare financial statements. They need strategic thinkers capable of interpreting financial information, managing organisational resources, strengthening governance systems, supporting investment decisions, and ensuring financial accountability in increasingly complex business environments.
The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Top-Up) in Accounting and Finance at the Pan African Institute for Development – East and Southern Africa (PAID–ESA) prepares graduates to become highly competent accounting and finance professionals equipped with internationally relevant knowledge, practical experience, and ethical leadership.
Building upon more than 60 years of Pan-African academic excellence, the programme integrates accounting, auditing, corporate finance, taxation, public financial management, digital accounting technologies, quantitative analysis, and business research into a professionally oriented curriculum designed to meet the evolving needs of employers across Africa and globally.
Students develop practical competencies through financial case studies, accounting software applications, audit simulations, investment analysis, research projects, collaborative assignments, and professional mentoring. This experiential learning approach ensures that graduates possess both the technical expertise and analytical capabilities required to support organisational growth, financial sustainability, and sound decision-making.
Graduates leave the programme prepared to contribute effectively to the public sector, private enterprises, financial institutions, international organisations, and development agencies while upholding the highest standards of integrity, transparency, accountability, and professional ethics.
At PAID–ESA, students join a dynamic Pan-African academic community committed to developing financial leaders capable of transforming organisations and advancing sustainable economic development.
Lead with Integrity. Manage with Precision. Build Financial Excellence
Program Objectives
- 1Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:
- 2Prepare, analyse, and interpret financial statements in accordance with professional accounting standards.
- 3Apply financial management, auditing, taxation, and corporate finance principles to improve organisational performance.
- 4Use digital accounting systems and financial information to support strategic planning, risk management, and informed decision-making.
Expected Outcomes
- Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:
- Prepare and interpret financial statements.
- Conduct financial and investment analysis.
- Apply OHADA accounting standards.
- Support strategic financial decision-making.
- Uphold professional ethics and financial accountability.
Target Audience
- Ideal for holders of a recognised two-year university qualification seeking to complete a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance, as well as accounting technicians, finance officers, auditors, banking professionals, tax practitioners, public finance personnel, business managers, entrepreneurs, and professionals wishing to strengthen their expertise in accounting, financial management, auditing, and corporate financ
Program Details
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Pan African Institute for Development – East & Southern Africa (PAID-ESA)
Admission Requirements
Evaluation
Financial Information
Top-Up Bachelor’s Degree (BSc Top-Up) Duration: 12 Months Total Programme Fee (Tuition + Registration Inclusive): 970,000 XAF (≈ USD 1,940) Scholarship: 50% (for eligible applicants) 📌 Registration is paid once only (12-month programme)
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Prerequisites
- •A basic understanding of accounting, finance, economics, business management, or quantitative analysis is advantageous but not mandatory. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in financial management, auditing, business performance, corporate governance, and economic development.