Accounting

Duration: 4 years

Number of credits: 248 ECTS

Language of instruction: English

Advantages:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (BBA) programme in Accounting is aimed at training professionals with theoretical knowledge in accounting and finance, proficiency in international financial and reporting standards, equipped with professional competencies and technical skills sufficient to succeed in the international and local labor market.

Strong alignment with the recognized international professional accreditations and certified teaching practitioners brings in a practical approach to our programme ensuring a high level of graduate employment.

— Admission Requirements —

Learning outcomes:

• demonstrate critical thinking skills, written and verbal communication skills and IT skills
• demonstrate presentation skills, leadership and effective teamwork;
• understand and follow principles of business ethics;
• understand and be able to apply research methodology;
• understand and be able to articulate key concepts of economics, finance, accounting, management and marketing for subject-specific problem solving;
• demonstrate awareness of the economic and business environment within both global and national contexts;
• analyze various business challenges and develop relevant recommendations;
• correctly apply knowledge of international financial and reporting standards (IFRS) and managerial accounting theories to business organizations operating in different industries;
• generate standalone and consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS;
• analyze financial statements based on different financial and non-financial criteria;
• demonstrate an understanding of major Kazakhstan taxes and have an idea of the practical application of tax law in professional activities;
• have an understanding of major International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and be able to apply them appropriately to financial statements elements;
• develop knowledge and skills in understanding of the general legal framework, and of specific legal areas relating to business world, understanding the legal implications of business activities;
• understand the real problems that a financial manager must deal with, and be able to make decisions in the areas of investment, financing, and dividends.