Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Business Studies

    Intake Periods
  • January
  • May
  • September
    Modes of Study
  • Full Time
  • Part Time
Course Overview

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and become a leader in the dynamic world of Forensic Accounting? Look no further than our prestigious Bachelor Science Forensic Accounting program!
Bachelor of Science Forensic Accounting degree, students are taught to find and defend against securities fraud and other types of financial fraud. It covers inter-disciplinary fields with the use of specific accounting procedures to investigate financial statements or irregularities to analyses business reports and financial evidence, for usage in legal proceedings. Graduates will handle issues such as business valuations, bankruptcy, insolvency cases, corporate fraud and in many in other economic crimes or crimes against property.
Studies will focus on real-life case studies, providing specialised accounting skills required for identifying fraud activities, and also a general understanding of business contexts, financial reporting systems, digital forensics and the methodologies involved in building legal evidence.
Our comprehensive and industry-driven program is carefully crafted to equip you with the skills, knowledge and expertise needed to excel in today’s ever evolving business landscape.
Whether you’re a recent high school Student or a seasoned professional, our program offers the perfect blend of theoretical foundations and practical insights to propel your career forward.
Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock your full potential and become a leader in the dynamic field of Forensic Accounting. Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey towards a successful and fulfilling Forensic Accounting career.

Who Can Join

This course is suitable for individuals interested in Forensic Accounting in a multidiscipline environment or aspiring to work within insurance companies, accounting and law firms, banks, police forces, government bodies, law enforcement agencies and other organizations as well as Anti-Money Laundering Banking Specialist, Internal and External Auditor, Special Investigations Unit Fraud Investigator, Risk Consultant, Litigation Support Specialist, Accounting and Financial Analyst

Entry Qualifications

  • To be eligible for admission into the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Accounting program, an applicant has passed with mean grade of C+ and above in KCSE plus B in Mathematics and any language. OR have a minimum of 2 principal passes, including Mathematics, at Advanced Level/ KACE (Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education) with at least C in mathematics. OR Have a Diploma in Internal Auditing with at least a Credit pass from an accredited Institution recognized by the university Senate; Any other qualifications equivalent to (i) to (v) above, subject to approval by the Senate and meeting the minimum requirements set by the Commission for University Education (CUE).
Duration & Structure Of The Programme
  • 4 Years (Eight(8) trimesters)
Mode of Delivery of The Programme/Course
  • Full-Time
  • Part-Time

Curriculum Road Map
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Semester I Semester II
  • CUU 1001: Health Awareness and Life Skills
  • CUU 1002: Information Literacy
  • CUU 1003: Communication Skills
  • CAA 100 : Introduction to Accounting I
  • FAA 1101: Criminology
  • ICT 1101: Introduction to Information Systems
  • ECO 1101: Introduction to Microeconomics
  • ACC 1305: Introduction to Cost Accounting
  • ACC 1203: Introduction to Taxation
  • BAM 1205: Development Studies
  • BAM 1202: Principles of Management
  • CAA 101: Introduction to Accounting II Pre-requisite: CAA 100
  • FAA 1102 Introduction to Business Analytics
  • CAA 203-A Auditing I
  • ECO 1202 Introduction to Macroeconomics Pre-requisite: ECO 1102