College of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
Overview
This program will help you make your mark in the world of business. You will explore the latest developments in the field of accounting and master the complex set of skills needed to succeed in this competitive field.
Technology has had, and continues to have, a significant impact on the accounting profession resulting in changes to how accounting services are delivered. You will learn how to leverage the opportunities this presents and meet the challenges technological change introduces to the accounting arena.
You will be guided to reach excellence in accounting concepts, principles, standards and processes and study appropriate accounting techniques to inform planning, decision making and measure performance within organizations. You will be exposed to the links between accounting and other business functions and how this affects business success.
Common across all specializations in the Bachelor of Business Administration programs are courses that will provide you with a solid foundation to communicate effectively, carry out research, understand legal, social, professional and ethical responsibilities in a business environment, apply analytical and critical thinking to business issues, use information technology effectively and understand the dynamics of a complex global business environment.
Our program undergoes a rigorous process of continual improvement to ensure it stays relevant and in line with developments within the world of business.
Through the embedding of elective courses, the program is fully aligned with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants’ (CIMA) Professional Qualification which means you will be eligible to sit for the CIMA exam and qualify for their professional certification alongside studying for your bachelor’s degree.
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I loved the professors and have stayed in touch with many of them. The faculty are so diverse – not just ethnically but also in terms of their professional and educational backgrounds. This diversity has a really positive effect on the quality of the teaching and learning experience."
Tuition fees structure and calculation
Abu Dhabi
Dubai
Al Ain
Tuition is based upon the College and/or Department classification as opposed to the course classification or level. Tuition rates for undergraduate students vary from the tuition rates for graduate students.
The tuition fee calculations are an example only and are based on the assumption that elective courses will be taken with the College that the student is taking their major with. However, if the student selects elective courses outside of this College, the total cost payable may increase or decrease to reflect the tuition rate of the College where the elective is delivered.
Costs of books and supplies are not included in the Tuition and Fees. Students at Abu Dhabi University are also required to pay certain fees and other costs to attend the University. Abu Dhabi University reserves the right to change tuition and fee rates at any time. A tuition schedule is published prior to registration for each semester.
For more information, please click here to view the University's tuition fee structure. Fees are subject to change during the year as per government charges and testing bodies.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this program are ready to take up positions in both accounting and business.
Specialized accounting knowledge combined with sound business skills are highly desirable and graduates have gone on to work in a large and diverse range of public and private organizations including banks, government entities, oil companies, education institutions, utility companies, property developers, insurance companies, airlines, hospitals, financial institutions, investment companies, construction companies and international consulting firms.
Organizations include Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Abu Dhabi National Hotels, Abu Dhabi Airports, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, Ministry of Finance, Mubadala, KPMG, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, ADNOC group, Abu Dhabi Distribution Company, Abu Dhabi Health Authority, Aldar Properties, Borouj, Deloitte, Dolphin Energy, Emirates Airline, Emirates Identity Authority, Etisalat, Ernst and Young and Zakum Development Company to name but a few.
Entry requirements
Ministry of Education Schools- Advanced Track
Abu Dhabi Education Council Track
Successfully provide evidence / certificate of completing at least 11 years of schooling.
English language proficiency requirements
For programs taught in English, a minimum score range of 1100 - 1225 on the English language portion of the EmSAT examination, or its equivalent on other national or internationally-recognized tests that are approved by the CAA, such as TOEFL scores of 173 CBT (Computer-Based Test), 61 IBT (Internet-Based Test), 500 PBT (Paper-Based Test), or 5.0 IELTS (taken at Amideast), or their equivalent.
International Students
We also welcome applications from international students with a variety of secondary school certificates, and grades from other educational systems across the world, so long as they are recognized, and meet the conditions stipulated by the UAE’s Ministry of Education- Higher Education Affairs. For more information on the entry requirements for international students, please visit International Undergraduate Requirements
Transfer Students
Undergraduate students may apply for credit transfer for courses taken prior to joining Abu Dhabi University only once, when they first apply for admission. For more information on requirements for credit transfer, visit Undergraduate Transfer Students.
Applicants with grades and English Language Proficiency Test scores that don’t match the above requirements may be granted exceptions for conditional admission, dependent on their successful completion of required coursework or meeting specified criteria.
Course outline
Scholarships
Abu Dhabi University is dedicated to empowering outstanding students and inspiring them to pursue their educational objectives.
Our scholarship and financial aid program represents a key pillar in our strategy for academic excellence and reflects our commitment to supporting the development of the UAE.
We consider it an important national duty to provide equal opportunities for students interested in pursuing higher education and enable them to proactively contribute to society regardless of their financial situation.
Please click here to find out more about the scholarship and financial aid offerings from ADU