Master of Business Administration - FinanceProgramme Details
Required Credits/Units: 240
Aims of the Programme
The primary goal of the programme is to develop skilled professionals capable of navigating both local and global financial challenges adeptly, by fostering a comprehensive understanding of financial management principles, theories, and critical evaluation of business data. This equips graduates to effectively meet the demands of stakeholders and partners across various value-added systems. This aim is also strengthened by its explicit focus on addressing human resource needs, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to contribute meaningfully to the financial sector and beyond.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the programme, the student will be expected to:
a) Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental financial concepts, principles, and tools applicable to business management, finance, and administration.
b) Apply acquired professional knowledge and skills effectively within organizational settings to address real-world financial challenges.
c) Utilise theoretical models and analytical tools proficiently to make informed financial decisions.
d) Analyse complex sets of information, problems, concepts, and theories to generate original ideas and propose innovative solutions in financial contexts.
e) Communicate financial information, ideas, and solutions effectively to both experts and non-experts, demonstrating clarity and persuasiveness in communication.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
- Admission to a Master’s degree programme requires an accredited Bachelor degree with Credit and above or equivalent qualification. Students with lower results will need to enter the University’s Pre-Masters programme. Related professional qualifications at the appropriate level will also be considered for entry.
- Students with an accredited Master’s degree will also be considered for entry.
- Recognized proof of English proficiency demonstrated by approved English language tests if the Bachelor degree was not taught in the English language
- Copy of valid passport or national ID
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Programme Outline
Foundation Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UU-Msc-IND100-ZM | Induction Module | 0.00 |
| UU-FNT-203-ZM | Introduction to Master Degree | 0.00 |
Core requirements (required modules) 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UU-MBA-712-ZM | Theories of Management | 25.00 |
| UU-MBA-717-ZM | Strategic Management | 25.00 |
| UU-MBA-710-ZM | Financial Management for Managers | 25.00 |
Elective Courses (choose 1 out of 3)
(choose 1 out of 3) |
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| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UU-MBA-714-ZM | Business Functions and Procedures | 25.00 |
| MBA-721-ZM | Project Management | 25.00 |
| UU-MEI-700-ZM | Entrepreneurship Theory, Tools and Practice | 25.00 |
Core requirements (required modules) 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| UU-MBA-718-ZM | Strategic Leadership and Practice | 25.00 |
| UU-MBA-751-ZM | Risk Management in Finance | 25.00 |
| UU-MBA-750-ZM | Markets and Financial Institutions | 25.00 |
| UU-MBA-752-ZM | Corporate Finance | 25.00 |
| UU-MBA-711-ZM | Dissertation | 40.00 |