Accounting is the systematic process of identifying, recording, classifying, analyzing, interpreting, and communicating financial information to support effective decision-making. The Accounting programme provides students with a strong foundation in accounting principles, financial reporting, auditing, taxation, management accounting, and financial management.
The programme equips students with the technical knowledge, analytical skills, professional competence, and ethical standards required to prepare and interpret financial information for businesses, government institutions, non-profit organisations, and other entities. Students are exposed to both theoretical concepts and practical applications of accounting in real-world organisational settings.
The course also develops students’ understanding of contemporary accounting practices, financial regulations, corporate governance, risk management, taxation, accounting information systems, and the use of technology in modern financial reporting.
AWARD TITLE
PGD
START DATE
September 2026
DURATION
1 year
STUDY MODE
Full-time
CAMPUS
Nigeria, Lokoja
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Cost Accounting
Auditing and Assurance
Taxation
Financial Management
Public Sector Accounting
Corporate Reporting
Accounting Information Systems
Forensic Accounting
International Accounting
Business and Company Law
Economics and Business Management
Corporate Governance and Ethics
Financial Analysis and Reporting
Accounting Research Methods
Entrepreneurship and Business Development
Career Opportunities
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Cost Accounting
Auditing and Assurance
Taxation
Financial Management
Public Sector Accounting
Corporate Reporting
Accounting Information Systems
Forensic Accounting
International Accounting
Business and Company Law
Economics and Business Management
Corporate Governance and Ethics
Financial Analysis and Reporting
Accounting Research Methods
Entrepreneurship and Business Development
Career Opportunities
Professional Accountants
Auditors
Financial Analysts
Tax Consultants
Management Accountants
Internal Auditors
Forensic Accountants
Financial Controllers
Budget Officers
Revenue Officers
Investment and Banking Officers
Accounting Information Systems Specialists
Business and Financial Consultants
Public Sector Accountants
Entrepreneurs and Business Managers
Graduates may work in accounting firms, commercial organisations, banks and financial institutions, government ministries and agencies, multinational corporations, non-governmental organisations, educational institutions, and other public and private-sector organisations.
Overall, the Accounting programme prepares students to become competent, ethical, and technologically proficient accounting professionals capable of providing reliable financial information and contributing effectively to sound financial management and organisational decision-making.
Five (5) O’level Credit passes including Mathematics, English Language and 3 other relevant subjects at not more than 2 sittings.
NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate
Degree Certificate
Original Transcript
Candidates applying for admission into the postgraduate programme shall satisfy the general University requirements in addition to providing the following:
National Identification Number (NIN)
The course fees you’ll pay and the funding available to you depends on factors such as your nationality, location, personal circumstances and the course you are studying. Visit the links below and scroll down to find the Postgraduate section.
Find out about grants, bursaries, scholarships and living costs in our postgraduate taught fees and funding section.
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