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Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting

The Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting (BSMA) program was introduced in 2018, expanding opportunities for students in the field of accounting and financial management.

The BSMA Program is a four-year course that will prepare the graduates to enable management to operationalize its business strategy, founded on professional knowledge, professional skills, and ethical and moral values. Graduates may choose to take the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) examinations, an internationally recognized certification.

Program Objectives

The graduates of the UA&P Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting (BSMA) program will be liberally educated professionals who live and spread the Christian spirit in the workplace and society. As future accounting professionals, they will embody the values of competency, integrity, and collaboration, which are articulated in the

following program outcomes and performance indicators:

a. Financial and non-financial proficiency for informed decision making

Provide helpful interpretations of financial and non-financial information based on applicable standards and practice.
Evaluate and manage business processes, risks and controls, considering the implication of laws, regulations and standards.

b. Strong commitment to ethical considerations

Identify and address ethical dilemmas in business decision-making.
Uphold the values of honesty, objectivity, and confidentiality in all professional interactions.

c. Interpersonal skills for collective success and engagement

Communicate clearly and tactfully in both oral and written expression.
Produce high-quality output while working with diverse groups of people.

Career Opportunities

Entry-Level Jobs:

Public Practice: Junior Analyst, Consulting Staff
Commerce and Industry: Cost Analyst, Investment Analyst, Management Accounting Staff, Tax Accounting Staff, Financial Analyst, Budget Analyst, Credit Analyst, Cost Accountant
Government: State Accounting Examiner, NBI Agent, Treasury Agent, State Accountant, LGU Accountant, Revenue Officer, Audit Examiner, Budget Officer, Financial Services Specialist
Education: Junior Accounting Instructor

Middle-Level Positions:

Public Practice: Senior Consulting Manager / Financial Advisory Manager
Commerce and Industry: Controller / Comptroller, Senior Information System Auditor, Senior Loan Officer, Senior Budget Officer
Government: State Accountant V, Director III and Director IV (Government Accountancy and Audit), Financial Services Manager, Audit Services Manager, Senior Auditor
Education: Accounting Department Chair

Advanced Positions:

Public Practice: Partner, Senior Partner, Senior Consultant / Financial Advisor
Commerce and Industry: Finance Director / Chief Financial Officer, Chief Information Officer
Government: National Treasurer, Vice President for Finance / CFO (for GOCCs), Commissioner, Associate Commissioner, Assistant Commissioner (COA, BIR, BOC)
Education: Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean