Bachelor of Business (Finance)

Degree Summary

Program Outcomes

Program Structure

Faculty

Accreditation

Admission Requirements

Duration

3 Years Bachelor Degree
(24 subjects)

4 Years Bachelor Degree
with Integrated Freshman Year (32 subjects)

Classes commence

September (Autumn)

January (Winter)

April (Spring)

Yearly Fees*

AED 57,551 / USD 15,681
*VAT 5% inclusive
Note: Yearly fees will vary depending
on number of subjects enrolled in

Finance plays a fundamental role in every organisation – whether it’s a global brand or a new start-up. Our Bachelor of Business in Finance degree is designed to offer a holistic insight into financial management of business and how to work hand-in-hand with financial intermediaries and institutions.

The Bachelor of Business in Finance degree curriculum is designed to reflect the critical techniques and skills used today in financial and corporate world with the focus on real-world issues to ensure that the curriculum is relevant and equip students with job ready skills. The degree will also provide the opportunity to explore alternative approaches to finance, based on application of emerging digital technologies such as blockchain, crypto, artificial intelligence thereby developing the ability to innovate and manage change, globally.

Our Bachelor of Business in Finance degree provides exposure to real world issues through opportunities to work on industry projects. Students would also have the opportunity to work on simulations and financial datasets in the trading lab to gain exposure to real world skills.

Our Bachelor of Business in Finance degree (previously known as Bachelor of Commerce: Finance) has been designed to adhere to financial certifications and corporate world requirements along with the highest industry standards and forward-thinking practices such as emerging trends in Financial sector including fintech . The degree subjects are aligned with CFA curriculum and body of knowledge which enable our students to prepare for the CFA certification while completing the Bachelor of Business in Finance degree. Pursuing professional certifications like CFA make students ready for a global career in the finance field.

The curriculum would allow students to learn about Responsible Business Management practices in alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). Students would also have the opportunity to pursue internship in companies to gain valuable practical experience, enhancing their employability.
Students can pursue double major by completing 8 core subjects (48 cp) of a second major offered under the Bachelor of Business degree. In addition, all students would also have the opportunity to pursue relevant minors in related areas of interest.

Students also have the opportunity to graduate with a double major by choosing one more specialisation from the list of specialisations offered under Bachelor of Business. Students opting for double major are required to complete an additional 48 cp of subjects from the second specialisation.

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Program Selection Guide

Entry Requirements

Students who have excelled academically at school and meet our advance entry requirements can finish their bachelor's degree in three years, instead of the existing four-year programs. Any prospective student that does not directly qualify for an advance entry three-year program, is still able to enrol in any of our bachelor’s degree, through a one-year Freshman Year.

All applicants are required to complete a personal online interview set by the Faculty of Business, as an admission criteria. If required, in-person interviews may be arranged as a second step.

Admission requirements for UOWD depends on the type of high school curriculum you have followed. The requirements based on the most common high school curricula are listed below:

School System	Bachelor Degree Advanced Entry (3 Years)	Bachelor Degree Direct Entry (4 Years)
UAE Al-Thanawiyya Al-Aama	N/A	Elite or Advanced Track 70%, General Track 75%
Arab Countries Al-Thanawiyyah Al-Aama	N/A	70%
American High School Diploma	Overall average grade of C (70% or 2.5/4.0) + SAT 1100	Overall average grade of C (70% or 2.5/4.0)
Bangladesh HSC	GPA of 4.0 / 5.0	GPA of 3.0 / 5.0
Brazil Brazil Higher Secondary Certificate	N/A	60%
British GCE Curriculum	Minimum 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects and Minimum of “CCD” in A levels	Minimum 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects and 2AS/ 1A level subject(s)
Chinese Senior High School	80%	60%
Colombia Título de Bachiller Académico	N/A	3 out of 5 or 6 out of 10
International Baccalaureate Diploma	25 Points	21 Points
India CBSE & ICSE, Grade 12	65%	50%
Iran Pre-University Certificate	14	11
Japan Upper Secondary School Diploma	3.8 out of 5	2.5 out of 5
Kenya	60	31
Mexico	N/A	6 out of 10
Nepal School Leaving Certificate Examination	3 out of 4	2.3 out of 4
Nigeria WAEC & NECO	N/A	Minimum of 7 subjects with no more than 1 “Pass”
Pakistan Higher Secondary School Certificate	60%	50%
CIS Countries Attestat	N/A	Average 3/5
South Korea CSAT	77.5%	70%

Notes:

All students applying for these programs are required to have an EmSAT in Mathematics with a score of 600 or equivalent.
Students with qualifications from other curriculum should contact the Student Recruitment and Admissions department at UOWD to determine their eligibility.
All students applying from non UAE MoE curriculum must provide an equivalency of their Secondary School Certificate from the Ministry of Education, UAE; stating the completion of Grade 12.
A student who does not satisfy the criteria for Equivalency of Secondary School Certificate, may be subject to conditional admission, based on receiving a Letter of No Objection to Conditional Admission issued by the Ministry.

English Language Requirements

At UOWD, all classes are taught in English and in order to enrol in a bachelor’s degree you will need to submit one of the following certificate of English language proficiency:

English Language Testing	Bachelor Degree Advance Entry (3 Years)*	Bachelor Degree Direct Entry (4 Years)**
IELTS Academic	Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 & Minimum score of 6.0 in Reading & Writing Minimum score of 5.0 inListening & Speaking	Overall IELTS (Academic) score of 5.0 & Minimum score of 5.0 in Reading & Writing
TOEFL Internet-based	79 with not less than 20 in Writing, 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 16 in Speaking	61
TOEFL Computer based	213 with a 4.0 TWE/Essay Writing	173
TOEFL*** International paper based	550 with a 4.0 TWE/Essay Writing	500
EmSAT Achieve – English	1400	1100

Notes:

* Students with a minimum overall score of 6.0 in academic IELTS and no more than one score (either in reading or writing) between 5.0 and 6.0 will be given the opportunity to complete a remedial subject in the first semester as a condition for progression.

** Students with a minimum overall score of 6.0 in academic IELTS (or equivalent) and a minimum score of 6.0 in reading and writing(or equivalent) are eligible for advanced standing for English Language subjects.

*** Students admitted under this criterion must complete the test at AMIDEAST.

Credit for Prior Learning

If you are seeking advanced standing status, you will need to submit an official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and the grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) for the courses you have successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system.

To make an application for your chosen program, complete the online application form and submit it along with all your supporting documentation (see below) prior to the application deadline.

Late applications may be accepted subject to the availability of places but applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Supporting Documentation

Please ensure that all these documents accompany your application for admission form submittal:

An original or certified copy of your secondary school records
A Statement or Certificate of Completion of secondary school
Proof of your English language proficiency

(Note: Results from IELTS & TOEFL tests may be sent to the University directly from the IELTS or TOEFL testing centres quoting the UOWD institution code IELTS: AE109 / TOEFL: 7907)

UAE ID (if applying from within the UAE)
A copy of your passport (and Residence Visa, if resident in the UAE).

Additionally, if you are seeking advance standing in your chosen program:

Certified copies of official academic transcripts showing all courses studied and grades obtained, syllabus details (including information on course content) of the courses you successfully completed and an explanation of the grading system.

Applicants who completed high school within UAE

All applicants for admission who have completed the Thanaweya Al-Amma must get their certificates attested by the UAE Ministry of Education.

Applicants from all other curriculum, who have completed their high school from UAE, are required to obtain equivalency of their high school qualifications from the UAE Ministry of Education.

In these circumstances, you will be provisionally admitted to the University and permitted to commence the first semester of study, subject to you obtaining the required attestation/equivalency.

Applicants who completed high school outside UAE

You must have your secondary school records and Certificates of Completion certified by:

The issuing Board of Secondary Education OR a recognised authority for secondary education
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the host country
The UAE Embassy in that host country OR the Embassy of the host country in UAE must attest the authenticity of the documents and attestations and the UAE ministry of Foreign Affairs.

In special cases where complying with conditions (2) and (3) are not feasible, the certificates may be verified against originals by Embassies in the UAE and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

In these circumstances, you will be provisionally admitted to the University and permitted to commence the first semester of study.

If you are unable to secure the attestations as outlined above you will be asked to sign a “Consent to Provide Documents” form agreeing to secure the equivalency. You will be permitted to commence your studies at UOWD, but will be given a maximum of one semester to obtain the attested certificate(s). UOWD reserves the right to take appropriate action against any applicant who cannot secure the appropriate documentation in this time, which may result in the termination of the student’s enrolment at UOWD.

For more information or assistance on attesting documents from outside UAE, click here.

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Program Structure

To qualify for the Bachelor of Business (Finance), a candidate shall accrue an aggregate of at least 144 credit points comprising of subjects from a common business subjects, specialised subjects required for major, general electives, general education subjects and a final year project.

This subject introduces students to the role and use of accounting information in a variety of organisations and society. Students evaluate both financial and non-financial reports and their impact on accountability, decision-making and corporate governance. The subject introduces students to various analytical techniques in order to make sound decisions in a variety of business and social settings.

The subject provides students with a conceptual tool kit for understanding and practicing responsible and ethical commerce in managing environment, globalization, technology, anti-corruption, labour and human rights. Working with industry, students will examine these issues from a variety of theoretical and practical perspectives and apply them to contemporary commercial contexts.

The aim of the subject is to introduce students to quantitative techniques and their application to the business world with an emphasis on the decision-making process. Students will be trained in the use of computer based software and models to analyze quantitative information for business decision-making.

This subject introduces students to essential macroeconomic and microeconomic ideas, models and reasoning, which helps them to understand various economic issues. The subject will demonstrate the importance of economics on business and society, and will stimulate greater awareness of economic approaches to the analysis of contemporary social issues.

This subject introduces fundamental concepts of corporate and personal finance, and the relationship with financial planning. Students are equipped with fundamental skills to understand the concept of time value of money, as applied to solving cash flow valuation problems within the context of corporate and personal finance. The subject also explores ethical issues in managing finance.

Organizations need to know how to position themselves against competition by identifying marketing opportunities and problems. The subject examines the fundamental concepts and theories relevant to the study and practice of marketing. The subject serves as a foundation for further studies in business by developing an overview of where marketing fits within organizations and what framework marketing provides for enhancing and enabling the conduct of a business.

Organisations rely on managers and the management function for the efficient and effective running of their operations. This subject will introduce students to the key management theories and concepts required for managing people, process, environment and organizational culture. Students will learn the implications of managerial decisions on the internal and external environments.

The subject introduces basic accounting systems (double entries), concepts and techniques to identify, classify, process, record and present accounting and financial information. This subject train students on how to prepare account and financial statements.

This subject builds on the knowledge and skills students have acquired in both Accounting for Decision Making and Accounting Principles. The subject contains several distinct but inter-related strands, and begins with an exploration of concepts necessary to understand the framework established in Australia for financial reporting. A technical strand of knowledge needed to prepare financial reports under the Australian Corporations Act and Australian International Financial Reporting Standards is explored. This subject also covers a contextual strand of knowledge, highlighting the environment in which financial reporting takes place, and introduces a theoretical strand of knowledge and skills necessary to critique, at an introductory level, current financial reporting practices and developments.

This subject deals with security analysis and portfolio management. The subject is both descriptive, dealing with a range of securities and the market they operate in, and theoretical, considering theories of the market and the equilibrium prices of securities. Topics covered include portfolio theory and the capital asset pricing model, portfolio management, company, industry and market analysis, investment strategies and the evaluation of portfolio performance.

This subject examines the history and development of financial institutions and financial markets in Australia and elsewhere. Topics covered include: the role of the financial system; functions of financial markets; money markets and capital markets; the banking and payments system; financial systems regulation; the operations of the stock exchange; corporate and government debt markets; the Euromarket; and, derivative markets.

The objective of this subject is to provide an introduction to the fundamental quantitative techniques and underlying concepts and theories in investment, financing and working capital management decisions facing corporations. For students to successfully complete this subject, students are required to be able to compute, interpret and apply a range of quantitative measures in order to assist in making optimal financial decisions as well as understand the fundamental concepts and theories in finance. The main topics covered in this subject include financial mathematics, valuation of financial and productive assets, risk and return, cost of capital, working capital management, capital structure and dividend policy.

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The societies and places in which we live are very complex, and the interactions of individuals, as well as social institutions, have a direct impact on the life path we take. This course provides an engaging and accessible introduction to urban sociology and the study of cities, with particular focus on the experience of the UAE and Dubai. We’ll examine a number of substantive urban topics, including but not limited to the growth of cities and urban spaces in the UAE, sustainable development and practices, and the ‘built’ environment.

This course will introduce Public Health as an interdisciplinary science concerned with topics central to the population of U.A.E and on a wider scale of GCC region with regard to their physical, mental, and social well- being. The course focuses on current pertinent public health problems, assessing causation and examining intervention and management strategies at personal, social, and organizational levels.

This course offers an overview of the UAE’s rapidly emerging significance and its increased roles in global networks of international relations and diplomacy. Within that overview, the course examines the internal dynamics of the UAE, in particular, the priorities that emerge from a specific workforce dependency, a construction and tourism industry that looks ‘East’ as much as it does ‘West’. Thus the new ‘Look East’ policy complements the country’s historical partnership with the Western states. With the expansion of its global ties and relations, the UAE also becomes more sensitive to transnational issues, such as immigration, fluctuations in international markets or terrorism.

This subject aims to provide an understanding of relations and interactions between society and environment, including impact of societies on the Earth and its processes. Topics covered include the agricultural, industrial and urban revolutions; governance of environments; Indigenous land management; climate change; sustainability; and environmental impacts in the context of the Anthropocene.

Compulsory Arabic Language Subject or Challenge Test

Language is key to everything we do. From verbal communication and the way we talk, to non-verbal communication and the emojis we use in our text messages, to the visuals we use to construct compelling visual stories, language is how we communicate. Living, studying and working the UAE, having a basic understanding of Arabic language can give you a huge competitive advantage. This introductory subject provides some of the basics of Arabic language, and you’ll leave this subject able to communicate on a basic, conversational level.

General Elective Requirement

This course aims to provide students with critical thinking perspectives about the relationship between history, religion and culture, in this case, the formation of Islamic culture(s). A sociological introduction to the study of Islamic culture will introduce students to the emergence of Islam in its 7th century historical context, its relationship to the other monotheistic traditions of the region, its growth into the dominant cultural paradigm of the Near East by the 9th century, alongside its impact and contribution to key fields of medieval science and knowledge. A historical approach will help students acquire familiarity with key Islamic texts, institutions, concepts of authority, traditions of jurisprudence and spirituality, artistic expressions, as well as milestones in Islamic history. The course wraps up with a discussion of issues central to contemporary debates relating to Islamic culture, such as identity, gender, multiculturalism, pluralism, secularism and religiosity.

This course is focused on learning innovation and entrepreneurship that can be applied to any high-growth enterprise or other organization. The course is composed of three modules:

Module 1: Design Thinking
Module 2: Entrepreneurship
Module 3: Growth and Leadership

This subject enables students to apply econometric modelling techniques to analyse contemporary finance and economics issues. Students will learn the fundamentals of econometric modelling and numerous modelling techniques and methods, utilise specialised econometric software to apply to real world finance and economic data, and apply various hypothesis tests of models' usefulness and adequacy. The subject covers simple and multiple linear regressions, hypothesis testing, and assumptions underpinning the classical linear regression model. It then provides an in-depth analysis of model diagnostics, time-series modelling and forecasting, dealing with stationary and non-stationary data, and modelling financial market volatility.

This subject examines advanced aspects of the financial management of corporate resources with an emphasis on issues in financial planning and strategy. Topics include firm governance and the role of shareholders and stakeholders, the management of corporate debt and equity, mergers and acquisitions, financial distress and restructuring, and financial architecture and strategies. Special attention is given to the increasing complexity of the business environment and departure from the assumptions of an ideal capital markets.

These subject blends portfolio theory with the practice of advanced security analysis and portfolio management. Topics include evaluation of equity securities, bonds, and derivative securities and the role they play within a portfolio. Specifically, the subject covers efficient market theory, arbitrage pricing theory, macro-analysis and micro- valuation of stock market, portfolio management strategies, derivative security analysis, organization and management of investment companies and portfolio performance evaluation.

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This subject develops knowledge and skills in the principles and techniques of financial information analysis. Students are introduced to the language, concepts and assumptions used by accountants to prepare financial statements and then use a business analysis framework to: 1) critically evaluate financial statements as data sources for business decisions, including investment opportunities, and 2) for the extraction of decision useful information from other publicly available accounting information sources. Analytical principles and techniques are then applied to key aspects of business performance to evaluate investment opportunities in a particular business entity.

This subject analysis financial markets in the international sphere, concentrating on the Australasian region. It explores the concepts and relationships linking international financial markets within the region and the operation of Australian firms in those markets. It covers such issues as financial decisions in a global market, international banking, the pricing of foreign exchange, foreign exchange and interest rate risk management.

Capstone Subject

Integrative Business Capstone enables students to apply the principles of ethical, socially responsible, and sustainable commerce in a simulated business environment. The subject is based on a series of lectures and an action based learning project. Students will be required to make multidisciplinary interactive decisions based on sound ethical, socially responsible and sustainable practice.

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Program Outcomes

The major in Finance prepares graduates to make suitable strategic financial decisions by evaluating financial and non-financial information. Graduates are trained to apply problem solving and analytical skills in financial decision making. The program also equips graduates with job ready skills in valuation, equity trading, modern lending practices and financial services innovations like Fintech.

Completing this program will give several exciting career opportunities that include roles such as Corporate Finance Manager, Equity Trader, Business Partner, Corporate Financial Controller, Internal Finance Head, Fintech Strategist, Financial Analyst and Financial Consultant. The degree would open opportunities for employment in both public and private sector across the world.

Accreditation and Recognition

All degrees at the University of Wollongong in Dubai are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE Ministry of Education and are licensed by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). In addition, the degree is quality assured by UOW, which is registered with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA), the national regulator of the higher education sector in Australia.

Also, all business degrees of the University of Wollongong are accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Students will be issued a UOW Australia degree upon graduation.

Professional Accreditation

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

AACSB

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) provides an international seal of approval for business programs that ensures the educational needs of students are met through high quality, continuous improvement and excellence in education. This globally recognised accreditation has been awarded to only the top five percent of the world’s business schools.

Dr Haroon Khan

Associate Professor
(Discipline Leader - Accounting and Finance)

Dr Haroon Khan is an associate Professor and the Finance Program Director in the University of Wollongong in Dubai.

He received his PhD in 2011 from IAE, Graduate School of Management, Aix-en-Provence, & ESSEC, Paris, France, with specialisation in Strategic and Entrepreneurial Finance.

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Bachelor of Business (Finance)

Degree Summary

Program Outcomes

Program Structure

Faculty

Accreditation

Admission Requirements

Duration

Classes commence

Yearly Fees*

Program Selection Guide

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Program Structure

Accounting for Decision Making

Principles of Responsible Business

Statistics for Business

Economic Essentials for Business

Introductory Principles of Finance

Marketing Principles

Introduction to Management

Accounting Principles

Financial Accounting II A

Investment Analysis

Financial Markets & Institutions

Corporate Finance

Urban Sociology

Public Health

UAE and International Relations

Society and Environment – Resources, Challenges, Futures

Arabic Language

Muslim Societies Across the Ages: Tradition, Secularism & Modernity

Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Applied Financial Modelling

Advanced Corporate Finance

Portfolio Analysis

Financial Statement Analysis

International Finance

Integrative Business Capstone

Program Outcomes

Accreditation and Recognition

Professional Accreditation

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

Dr Haroon Khan

Faculty

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