Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance

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Why Study Accounting & Finance at UTB

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (BSAF) programme at UTB equips students with a strong foundation in accounting principles, financial management, and analytical decision-making. The programme combines technical knowledge with professional values, ethics, and practical skills essential for today’s financial environment.

Students gain expertise in areas such as financial and management accounting, auditing, taxation, and corporate finance, with a strong emphasis on real-world application and ethical judgement. The programme also develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills to prepare graduates for professional success.

Build the expertise to lead the future of finance_

Programme Details

Programme Educational Objectives

◽Demonstrate technical competence, professional skills, and professional values, ethics and attitude that enable them to make a positive contribution to the profession and throughout their professional lives

◽Employ technology as a business tool in capturing financial and non-financial information, generating reports and decision making

◽Promote professionalism and high ethical standards in the field of accounting and finance disciplines that recognise personal, corporate, and professional responsibility in the global financial arena

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes

◽ Demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of principles, conventions, concepts, theories and the empirical evidence related to accounting, finance and other key functional areas of business

◽ Apply principles, standards, concepts, facts, and procedures on accounting and non-accounting information to perform financial, audit and taxation functions and prepare related reports

◽ Relate and adapt theories, concepts, principles, tools, techniques, and emerging technologies using specialised skills to provide in-depth and creative business solutions to different aspects of accounting, finance and business operations

◽ Critically evaluate and process information from reliable sources and perspectives through research and analysis, statistics, and integrations when making decisions

◽ Use technology, analytical tools, and quantitative skills to manipulate data, evaluate, estimate, interpret, and model business problems, functions, and phenomena to solve problems in the dynamic global business environment

◽ Communicate information, ideas, problems, and problems related to accounting and finance with a high degree of proficiency verbally and in writing for the intended audience

◽ Demonstrate a capacity to lead a group and manage projects showing high ethical standards needed for reporting of financial and accounting information

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Career Opportunities

💼 Accountant

💼 Auditor

💼 Financial analyst

💼 Investment analyst

💼 Banking and finance officer

💼 Tax consultant

💼 Cost accountant

💼 Risk and compliance analyst

💼 Internal auditor

💼 External auditor

💼 Treasury analyst

💼 Credit analyst

💼 Financial controller

💼 Budget analyst

💼 Forensic accountant

💼 FinTech analyst

💼 Financial planning and wealth management advisor

💼 Further study pathway: Master’s in business-related field, then DBA or PhD in Accounting & Finance

Fees & Scholarships

Fees

Application fee BHD 25.000 (non-refundable, payable one time)

Registration fee BHD 50.000 (non-refundable, payable every term)

Technology fee BHD 30.000 (non-refundable, payable every term)

Tuition fee BHD 75.000 per credit unit (applies to new students effective AY 2026-2027)

Graduation fee BHD 250.000 (non-refundable, payable one time)

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Scholarships

High School CGPA – up to 30% (CGPA ≥3.5 throughout the programme)

Corporate (GFH & Affiliated Companies) – 25% (for staff and their children)

Athletics – subject to university approval

*Terms and conditions apply

Payment Plans

Flexible instalment options available

Admission Requirements & Criteria

Requirements

📋 Completed application form (Online or in person)

📋 Original secondary school certificate (or equivalent) with an English translation of the transcript and/or ‘A’ level certification from the Ministry of Education in Bahrain (HEC-Bahrain rules apply for foreign or private school certificates.)

📋 One recent passport-size photo

📋 Copy of passport and national ID (or equivalent)

📋 Official receipt of BHD 25 (USD 70) application fee

📋 Certificate of good conduct

📋 If applicable, University Admission Test or English language proficiency for exemption from English foundation courses (TOEFL – 450 paper-based, 131 computer-based; IELTS – 5.0)

Criteria

General: Completed application form; Submission of all requirements, Minimum secondary school GPA of 60% or equivalent, University Admission Test (if required)
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