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This is the program that provides general accounting education to students wanting to pursue a professional career in Accountancy in general and in Public Accounting in particular. Further, this is the program that complies with the latest competency framework for professional accountants issued by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) through their International Education Standards. Thus, this qualifies the graduate of this program to take assessments leading to certifications in Accountancy given by the Professional Regulatory Commission – Board of Accountancy (PRC-BOA) and other global professional Accountancy organizations. As a field of study, Accountancy is a profession that involves providing assurance and audit services for statutory financial reporting, tax-related services, management advisory services partnering in management decision-making, devising planning and performance and control systems, and providing expertise in financial reporting and control to assist various stakeholders in making decisions.

Accountants should pursue lifelong learning, and continuous professional development. They must be objective, ethical and consider the public interest. They should help colleagues to overcome bias by rooting organizational decision-making and implementation in an evidence base, and by providing empirically tested, objective solutions wherever possible. Accountancy professionals must pay due regard to the primacy of the organization’s customers and the range of relationships that enable a business to operate. They must also understand the global macroeconomic environment to assess information based on its relevance to their organization. A combination of accounting and financial expertise, business understanding and analytical skills and appropriate business experience means that accountants are practical and grounded in operational reality.

Resolve business issues and problems, with a global and strategic perspective using knowledge and technical proficiency in the areas of financial accounting and reporting, cost accounting and management, accounting and control, taxation and accounting information systems.
  • Record financial transactions in compliance with generally accepted accounting and reporting standards (both global and local) for sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, government and not-for-profit organizations.
  • Prepare Accountancy reports such as budgets and business plans using appropriate framework.
  • Conduct financial and operational audits of all types of business enterprise and not-for-profit
  • organization.
  • Prepare individual and corporate income tax returns and conduct basic tax planning in compliance with relevant legislations and regulations.
  • Perform cost-benefit analysis for management decisions.
  • Design and implement a management control and performance system.
  • Communicate effectively the results of financial analysis.
Conduct accountancy research through independent studies of relevant literature and appropriate use of accounting theory and methodologies.
  • Design an appropriate research plan.
  • Prepare a critical review of related literature.
  • Analyze results of study and discuss implications and contributions to body of knowledge.
  • Present findings and conclusions of the study.
  • Communicate effectively the recommendations.
Employ technology as business tool in capturing financial and non-financial, generating reports and making decisions.
  • Customize an accounting software to a particular business entity.
  • Develop a financial model using a spreadsheet software.
  • Analyze the performance of a particular business entity using appropriate accounting software tools and functions.
Apply knowledge and skills that will successfully respond to various types of assessments (including professional licensure and certifications).
  • Perform accounting-related work in actual workplace based on pre- set standards
  • Pass licensure examinations or qualify for professional accreditations/certifications.
Confidently maintain a commitment to good corporate citizenship, social responsibility and ethical practice in performing functions as an accountant.
  • Application of their Christian learnings through simulation activities such as entrepreneurial practices, office practicum, online business interactions and the like.

This is the program that provides general accounting education to students wanting to pursue a professional career in management accounting. Further, this is the program that complies with the latest competency framework for professional accountants issued by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) thru their International Education Standards. Thus, this qualifies the graduate of this program to take assessments leading to certifications in management accounting given by global professional management accounting organizations.As a field of study, management accounting is a profession that involves partnering in management decision-making, devising planning and performance management systems, and providing expertise in financial reporting and control to assist management in the formulation and implementation of an organization’s strategy. By working across functions, management accountants understand the links between operational activity, financial resource generation and consumption, and value generation and preservation. They perform a vital role in supporting organizational performance through creating plans and monitoring execution.

Management accountants are expected to: (a) apply accounting and finance skills; (b) ensure these skills are applied in the context of the business; (c) to influence the decisions, actions and behaviors of others; and (d) lead the organization at different levels.

Management accountants should pursue lifelong learning, and continuous professional development. They must be objective, ethical and consider the public interest. They should help colleagues to overcome bias by rooting organizational decision-making and implementation in an evidence base, and by providing empirically tested, objective solutions wherever possible.

Management accounting professionals must pay due regard to the primacy of the organization’s customers and the range of relationships that enable a business to operate. They must also understand the global macroeconomic environment to assess information based on its relevance to their organization.

A combination of accounting and financial expertise, business understanding and analytical skills and appropriate business experience means that management accountants are practical and grounded in operational reality.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
Resolve business issues and problems, with a global and strategic perspective using knowledge and technical proficiency in the areas of financial accounting and reporting, cost accounting and management, accounting and control, taxation and accounting information systems.
  • Record financial transactions in compliance with generally accepted accounting and reporting standards (both global and local) for sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, government and not-for-profit organizations.
  • Prepare Management accounting reports reports such as budgets and business plans using appropriate framework.
  • Prepare individual and corporate income tax returns and conduct basic tax planning in compliance with relevant legislations and regulations.
  • Perform cost-benefit analysis for management decisions.
  • Design and implement a management control and performance system.
  • Communicate effectively the results of financial analysis.
Conduct management accounting research through independent studies of relevant literature and appropriate use of accounting theory and methodologies.
  • Design an appropriate research plan.
  • Prepare a critical review of related literature.
  • Analyze results of study and discuss implications and contributions to body of knowledge.
  • Present findings and conclusions of the study.
  • Communicate effectively the recommendations.
Employ technology as business tool in capturing financial and non-financial, generating reports and making decisions.
  • Customize an accounting software to a particular business entity.
  • Develop a financial model using a spreadsheet software.
  • Analyze the performance of a particular business entity using appropriate accounting software tools and functions.
Apply knowledge and skills that will successfully respond to various types of assessments (including professional licensure and certifications).
  • Perform accounting-related work in actual workplace based on pre- set standards
Confidently maintain a commitment to good corporate citizenship, social responsibility and ethical practice in performing functions as an accountant.
  • Application of their Christian learnings through simulation activities such as entrepreneurial practices, office practicum, online business interactions and the like.

The Business Administration program utilizes an integrated approach to study the inter-relationships among the different functional areas of business and examine how the effective orchestration of these different components of business operations can lead to organizational success. At the end of the program, students are expected to appreciate the economic, social, technological as well as legal environments within which all businesses must operate, and possess the basic business knowledge, skills, values and attitudes to effectively lead an organization and achieve the desired results.

It is an interdisciplinary and problem-focused program comprising three integrated elements: core business and management education courses, business administration core and major courses. Each major consists of courses designed to develop the critical thinking and analytical information/communication technology skills, human relation, communication, quantitative and computer skills needed by the graduates to successfully serve as leaders in business organizations. The program also addresses contemporary organizational issues such as global competition, continuous quality improvement, good governance, and the relationship between organizations and various environmental forces which are key components of a global economy.

Major in Financial Management

The Financial Management program prepares the graduates for various careers in financial management as well as in related fields, including but not limited to, corporate finance, investment management, banking, credit, trust operations, insurance, foreign currency markets, money markets, capital markets, and other financial securities markets. The curriculum provides the graduate with knowledge on financial institutions and technical skills based on established financial theories, methodologies, and various analytical tools. It also promotes an outlook that is based primarily on ethics, market integrity, regulations, good governance and competitive global perspective, necessary for effective financial decision making.

The major objectives of the Financial Management Program of College of Business and Accountancy are to provide a high-quality education that enables graduates to become Christ-centered influencers not just to the finance industry but to the whole community, as they continue to pursue excellence with faith, competence, compassion, accountability and sense of adaptability. Also, to provide graduates a foundation upon which life-long learning can be built. The successful completion of the program will equip its graduates to:

PROGRAM OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
Demonstrate social responsibility, ethical leadership and proficiency in analyzing, organizing and executing basic business strategy through interpretative, interactive and innovative marketplace action in response to internal and external environment.
  • The ability of the students to find evidence and viewpoints for finance-related issues and then to make rational assumptions, identify implications and formulate conclusions, through conducting case studies and analysis.
Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in terminologies, theories, concepts, practices and skills specific to the field of financial management.
  • The analytical ability of the students to develop and utilize accounting data, financial data, and other information to solve complex and unstructured business problems.
Employ technology as business tool in capturing financial and non-financial, generating reports and making decisions.
  • Customize an accounting software to a particular business entity.
  • Develop a financial model using a spreadsheet software.
  • Analyze the performance of a particular business entity using appropriate accounting software tools and functions.
Understand the operation of security markets and the roles played by businesses and individual investors.
  • Application of valuation models to estimate financial assets, measure risks and describe the risk-return tradeoff.
Communicate a Christ-centered worldview and its personal, professional and communal embodiment through Christian virtues.
  • Application of their Christian learnings through simulation activities such as entrepreneurial practices, office practicum, online business interactions and the like.
Innovate business ideas based on emerging industries.
  • Formulate compensation and incentive policies.
  • Formulate supplier support policies.
Prepare a business plan
  • Prepare marketing research
  • Prepare marketing plan
  • Prepare production and operations plan
  • Prepare financial plan, with capital
  • Budget, master budget, five-year projections and formal income statements
  •  Complete detailed business plan

Major in Marketing Management

The Marketing Management program prepares the graduate for careers in marketing, market research, advertising and public relations. The curriculum provides the graduate with both technical skills and competencies required in the field, but also the flexible mindset that is necessary to stay competitive in a constantly changing business environment.

The major objectives of the Marketing Management Program of College of Business and Accountancy are to provide a high-quality education that enables graduates to become Christ-centered influencers not just to the marketing industry but to the whole community, as they continue to pursue excellence with faith, competence, compassion, accountability and sense of adaptability. Also, to provide graduates a foundation upon which life-long learning can be built. The successful completion of the program will equip its graduates to:

PROGRAM OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
Communicate a Christ-centered worldview and its personal, professional and communal embodiment through Christian virtues.
  • Application of their Christian learnings through simulation activities such as entrepreneurial practices, office practicum, online business interactions and the like.
Communicate effectively in a variety of organizational settings.
  • Prepare a marketing communication plan (Marcom)
  • Prepare integrated marketing communication plan (IMC plan)
Apply information and communication technology (ICT) effectively and efficiently.
  • Prepare a social media marketing plan.
Work independently and collaboratively in inter and/or multi-disciplinary and diverse environments.
  • Conduct a planning and problem solving meeting to resolve issues related to a planned business event.
Build effective internal and external relationships using influencing, communication and consultative skills.
  • Build effective internal and external relationships using influencing, communication and consultative skills.
Analyze the business environment for strategic direction.
  • Prepare market needs analysis.
Innovate business ideas based on emerging industries.
  • Formulate compensation and incentive policies.
  • Formulate supplier support policies.
Work in a manner consistent with law and professional standards, and protocols as it relates to marketing, advertising, promotion and ethical considerations.
  • Build ethical advertising and social marketing into programs or campaigns.
Prepare a business plan
  • Prepare marketing research
  • Prepare marketing plan
  • Prepare production and operations plan
  • Prepare financial plan, with capital
  • Budget, master budget, five-year projections and formal income statements
  • Complete detailed business plan

The major objectives of the Real Estate Management Program of College of Business and Accountancy are to provide a high-quality education that enables graduates to become Christ-centered influencers not just to the real estate industry but to the whole community, as they continue to pursue excellence with faith, competence, compassion, accountability and sense of adaptability. Also, to provide graduates a foundation upon which life-long learning can be built. The successful completion of the program will equip its graduates to:
PROGRAM OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
Demonstrate social responsibility, ethical leadership and proficiency in analyzing, organizing and executing basic business strategy through interpretative, interactive and innovative marketplace action in response to internal and external environment;
  • Propose social responsibility strategies and compliance action plans related to real estate.
  • Conduct environmental scanning of the real estate industry and practices.
Render professional advice to determine the best utilization of real estate properties through appraisal tools and valuation approaches with Christian values;
  • Conduct research that initiates projects in the real estate industry.
  • Prepare fair market value assessment in the municipal, city and provincial levels for real estate taxation and public service purposes.
Formulate sustainable real estate business strategies that supplement the development of the community and preserve the environmental, cultural, and historical aspects of the property;
  • Prepare researches in resource designs and techniques and innovate fresh practices in the field.
  • Conduct feasibility study and other business plan/research related to real estate.
Build effective internal and external relationships using influential communication and consultative skills.
  • Apply the principles of the different forms of communication.
  • Prepare a social media marketing plan.
Communicate a Christ-centered worldview and its personal, professional and communal embodiment through Christian virtues.
  • Application of their Christian Learnings through simulation activities in real estate service practices.

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting Information System (BSAIS) prepares students for a career in Accounting Information System through a general accounting education. This is a field of study that includes business, accounting, and computer systems.

It involves working with management to run operations and make decisions. This is done by coordinating information technology activities, giving advice on how to choose the best software or design and maintain the overall information system, assessing the integrity of systems, figuring out where a company’s system isn’t working well, and suggesting changes to help management come up with and carry out an organization’s strategy.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE INDICATOR
Resolve business issues and problems, with a global and strategic perspective using knowledge and technical proficiency in the areas of financial accounting and reporting, cost accounting and management, accounting and control, taxation and accounting information system.
  • Record financial transactions in compliance with generally accepted accounting and reporting standards (both global and local) for sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, government and not-for-profit organizations.
  • Prepare accounting information system reports such as budgets and business plans using appropriate framework.
  • Prepare individual and corporate income tax returns and conduct basic tax planning in compliance with relevant legislations and regulations.
  • Perform cost-benefit analysis for management decisions.
  • Design and implement a management control and performance system.
  • Communicate effectively the results of financial analysis.
Conduct accountancy research through independent studies of relevant literature and appropriate use of accounting theory and methodologies.
  • Design appropriate research plan.
  • Prepare a critical review of related literature.
  • Analyze results of study and discuss implications and contributions to body of knowledge.
  • Present findings and conclusions of the study.
  • Communicate effectively the recommendations.
Employ technology as business tool in capturing financial and non-financial, generating reports and making decisions.
  • Customize an accounting software to a particular business entity.
  • Develop a financial model using a spreadsheet software.
Apply knowledge and skills that will successfully respond to various types of assessments (including professional licensure and certifications).
  • Perform accounting-related work in actual workplace based on pre-set standards.
Confidently maintain a commitment to good corporate citizenship, social responsibility and ethical practice in performing functions as an accountant.
  • Promote adherence to legitimate and acceptable ethical objectives of an organizations.
  • Communicate limitations or other constraints that would preclude responsible judgment or successful performance of an activity such as in the practicum or –on-the-job training.