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BSc in Business Administration – Accounting Concentration

Master the language of business and build a career in financial leadership.

Key Facts about the Programme

Programme Duration

2 years (following an associate degree)

Semesters Offered

Primarily begins in Fall

Total Credits Required

60–63 credits for the final two years

Accreditation

Fully recognized, meeting academic standards for professional certifications in accounting

Unique Selling Points

Career-Focused Curriculum

Prepares students for accounting roles with targeted coursework in financial reporting, tax, and audit.

Pathway to Certifications

Supports requirements for CPA, ACCA, and other accounting certifications.

Real-World Application

Includes courses like Accounting Information Systems and Cost Accounting to prepare students for practical roles in finance​

Minors Available at UCCI

We currently offer five (5) minors in the School of Business: • Accounting • Finance • Human Resource Management • Management • Marketing Note: For more information on pursuing a minor, such as course requirements and how it fits within your Keyona, please consult your Academic Advisor. This will help ensure you’re making the best decision based on your degree path and academic goals.

UCCI offers five different concentrations.

BSc in Business Administration – Accounting Concentration

The Accounting concentration offers a deep dive into financial accounting, auditing, tax principles, and accounting information systems. Students develop the skills needed to analyze financial data, prepare reports, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance, equipping them for careers as accountants, auditors, and financial analysts. Courses in cost accounting, tax law, and financial reporting prepare graduates for certification pathways like CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants).

Typical Starting Salary: Entry-level accounting positions often start at around $55,000 - $65,000 USD annually, with significant growth opportunities as professionals gain experience and certifications.

Potential Employers in the Cayman Islands:

  • Deloitte Cayman Islands – Roles in auditing, tax services, and consulting.
  • EY Cayman – Opportunities in assurance, advisory, and tax consulting.
  • Cayman National Bank – Careers in financial analysis, accounting, and auditing.
  • Maples Group – Positions in accounting, compliance, and client services.

Core Courses

ACC 300

Intermediate Financial Accounting I (3 credits)

ENG 301

Advanced Writing Skills (3 credits)

MAT 311

Quantitative Methods (3 credits)

MGT 331

Organizational Behaviour (3 credits)

MKT 301

Integrated Marketing Communication (3 credits)

ACC 301

Intermediate Financial Accounting II (3 credits)

ACC 406

Accounting Information Systems (3 credits)

FIN 301

Financial Management (3 credits)

MGT 405

Operations Management (3 credits)

BUS 401

Research Methods in Business (3 credits)

ACC 302

Cost Accounting (3 credits)

ACC 401

Taxation I (3 credits)

ACC 402

Advanced Financial Accounting (3 credits)

ACC 403

Auditing I (3 credits)

ECO 424

Managerial Economics (3 credits)

MGT 432

Business Ethics (3 credits)

ACC 404

Financial Reporting (3 credits)

ACC 405

Auditing II (3 credits)

ACC 407

Not for Profit Accounting (3 credits)

ACC 409

Taxation II (3 credits)

MGT 450

Senior Capstone Project (3 credits)

Degree Plan (Suggested Sequence)

Degree Plan (Suggested Sequence)

Fall Semester III

  • ACC 300 - Intermediate Financial Accounting I
  • ENG 301 - Advanced Writing Skills
  • MAT 311 - Quantitative Methods
  • MGT 331 - Organizational Behaviour
  • MKT 301 - Integrated Marketing Communication

Spring Semester III

  • ACC 301 - Intermediate Financial Accounting II
  • ACC 406 - Accounting Information Systems
  • FIN 301 - Financial Management
  • MGT 405 - Operations Management
  • BUS 401 - Research Methods in Business

Summer III

  • ACC 302 - Cost Accounting

Fall Semester IV

  • ACC 401 - Taxation I
  • ACC 402 - Advanced Financial Accounting
  • ACC 403 - Auditing I
  • ECO 424 - Managerial Economics
  • MGT 432 -Business Ethics

Spring Semester IV

  • ACC 404 - Financial Reporting
  • ACC 405 - Auditing II
  • ACC 407 - Not for Profit Accounting
  • ACC 409 - Taxation II
  • MGT 450 - Senior Capstone Project