BA in Banking and Finance

Program Details

Introduction

The Bachelor of Arts in Banking and Finance programme is aimed at students who wish to build a career path in the banking and finance sector. The programme covers a broad range of banking and finance topics contextualized to the Maldivian context.

The programme is designed to align with the modern financial markets, and incorporates topics such as financial markets and institutions, risk management, credit management, corporate finance, ethics and governance in banking, econometrics, Islamic banking and finance, retail banking, investment banking, data management, and international trade and finance. The programme also develops students’ self-confidence, innovative skills and self-reliance, thereby enabling them to work independently. This programme is tailored for working practitioners and future professionals alike.

Entry Requirement

General Entry Criteria

2 passes in A Level/HSC (At GCE A/L, a pass is considered E and above. HSC pass is considered C and above.)

OR

Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field

OR

Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program.

Alternative Entry Criteria

Completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program

OR

20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program

Program Structure

MODULES

YEAR ONE

1. Introduction to Banking

2. Principles and Practices of Banking

3. Principles of Finance

4. Foundation of Economics

5. Commercial and Corporate Banking

6. Data Management and Research Methods

7. Principles of Accounting

8. Leadership and Organizational Behaviour

Award Diploma in Banking and Finance

YEAR TWO

1. Financial Accounting and Reporting

2. Governance and Ethics in Banking

3. Information systems for Management

4. Introductory Econometrics

5. Corporate Finance

6. Credit Management – Theory and Practice

7. 7. Islamic Banking and Finance

8. Risk Management in Banking

YEAR THREE

1. Business Communication in Maldivian Context

2. Retail Banking

3. Investment Banking

4. Bank Strategy and Management

5. International Trade and Finance

6. Contemporary Issues in Banking and Finance Optional Modules (30 credits)

7. Banking Research Project

8. Banking Consultancy Report

9. Industry Placement

Program Fees

Course Fee: MVR 3,450 per month (MVR 1,608 per month under the government free degree scheme)