School of Commerce

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Management Accounting aims to develop in graduates the skills and competencies that are expected of a practicing professional Management Accountant. These include the development, analysis and implementation of business strategy, including risk and control strategy, the preparation of company financial statements, advising clients on the tax implications of their businesses, and preparing monthly management accounts for decision-making purposes. In doing so they are expected to demonstrate proficiency in relevant technologies. In addition, the programme aims to develop graduates capable of carrying out assignments in accordance with the ethical values of the profession, and that display wide-ranging professional and personnel skills. These include leadership, change management, problem-solving, decision making, communication and management skills.