Introduction

The Diploma in Accountancy is offered in the Faculty of Business and Management Studies. It is a full time two year programme designed to prepare middle level candidates for careers in both public and private sectors. The Programme provides a working knowledge of accounting, finance and information technology theory and methods, practice accounting skills and integrates theory and practice in an interactive learning situation.

Nature of the Programme

The programme is a fully integrated one. The student learns practical skills and relates them to relevant theory and experiences. The student is required to read, discuss and reflect upon the wide context in which the roles of an accountant are applied practically in the business environment.

The DAC programme consists of the following interrelated strands: Theoretical studies, Skills development through peer skills practice, personal development, supervision and field report writing.

Entry Qualification

Category A: Direct Entry

1. Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with a minimum of three credits.
   AND
2. Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) with at least one principal pass and one subsidiary pass.
   AND
3. Applicants must have either a pass at O’ level or Subsidiary pass at A’ Level in one of the following subject; Mathematics, Physics, Commerce, Accountancy, Bookkeeping.

Category B: Equivalent Entry

1. Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with at least two credits or four passes.
   AND
2. One year Certificate in Business Studies or Accountancy or any other relevant field from SMMUCo or other recognized institutions.