The BS Accounting and Finance program is aimed at developing professionals who can provide solutions to current financial and economic problems. This program has been designed for students who wish to acquire career-oriented, market-driven education that would lead to rewarding careers. This program provides an opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge and skills in accounting and finance. It focuses upon developing strong quantitative, analytical, and research skills to make quality decisions.

With the management of financial information underpinning all business activities, there are more employment and career opportunities in accounting and finance than many other areas of study. This degree will prepare students for a rewarding career in any sector of the economy. The graduates may work as a Financial Accountant, Forensic Accountant, Management Accountant, Auditor, Chief Financial Officer, Financial Advisor and Tax Specialist.

Market Value:

According to the most recent survey, a person working in Accounting and Finance in Pakistan typically earns around 120,000 PKR per month. Salaries range from 54,800 PKR (lowest average) to 254,000 PKR (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).

Admission Criteria:

Students with FA/FSc or equivalent qualification and having at least 2 division, securing 45% marks in aggregate will be eligible to apply.

Admission Test / HEC Approved Test

Admission is granted on merit determined on the basis of scores earned in admission test and academic record.

Career Path:

First thing first!!!!

Eligibility	Selection Criteria	Merit Formula
Higher Secondary School Certificate or Equivalent securing at least 45% marks in aggregate	Academic Qualification 50% Test/Interview:50%	Academic record 100%

 

B.S. ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE: Course Highlights

Course Level	Duration of the Course	Examination Type	Credit hours
Under Graduate	4 years (8 semesters)	Semester-Wise	130-136

 

Driving institutions:

Institution	City
1. Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari	Karachi
2. Institute Of Business Administration [khi]	Karachi
3. Sindh Madressatul Islam University	Karachi
4. Dha Suffa University(main Campus)	Karachi
5. Hamdard University	Karachi
6. Ilma University	Karachi
7. Institute Of Business Management	Karachi
8. Iqra University [kch]	Karachi
9. Karachi Institute Of Economics & Technology	Karachi
10. Kasb [ Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari ] Institute Of Technology	Karachi
11. Muhammad Ali Jinnah University	Karachi
12. Newports Institute Of Communications And Economics	Karachi
13. Salim Habib University	Karachi
14. Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Dewan University	Karachi
15. Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Institute Of Science & Technology	Karachi
16. Bahria University ( Karachi Campus )	Karachi
17. National University Of Computer And Emerging Sciences ( Karachi Campus )	Karachi

 

Undergraduate:

BS (Accounting and Finance) have high worth and market value when a Fresh Graduate enters in the Job Market in Pakistan. By studying financial institutions, markets, and business finance, garduate will learn about the components of the financial system and how it impacts upon financial decisions in an organisation.. This includes critical short-run decisions, such as cash management and credit policy, which affect the survival of the organisation. Long-term decisions include investment in plant and equipment, fundraising, and mergers and takeovers, all of which determine the wealth of the owners.

Related job fields:

• Chartered accountant
• Chartered certified accountant
• Chartered management accountant
• Chartered public finance accountant
• Company secretary
• External auditor
• Forensic accountant
• Stockbroker
• Actuary
• Arbitrator
• Business development manager
• Data analyst
• Economist
• Licensed conveyancer
• Management consultant
• Mortgage adviser
• Purchasing manager
• Retail banker
• Tax adviser

Work description:

• Using mathematical modelling techniques and statistical concepts to determine probability and assess risks, such as analysing pension scheme liabilities, to price commercial insurance
• Analysing statistical data in order to calculate, for example, accident rates for particular groups of people
• Developing new financial products
• Preparing presentations, reports, valuations and quarterly updates
• Monitoring risk within trading positions in investment banking to ensure excessive risks are not taken during the fast pace of trading
• Presenting reports, explaining their implications to managers and directors and advising on risk limitation
• Advising on issues such as the selection of investment managers or the administration of pensions and benefits
• Working with IT professionals to develop systems to ensure compliance with the requirements of regulatory bodies
• Carrying out relationship management, liaising with clients such as investment managers, financial directors and external stakeholders
• Supervising staff
• Working with mergers and acquisitions

Pros

• There is a clear career path
• It’s a stable and growing job field
• You’ll have the potential for professional growth
• The earning potential is favorable
• You can work where you want to work
• There is entrepreneurial potential

Cons

• The education is ongoing
• The work can seem dull
• There is a busy season
• The work can be stressful

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