B.Sc. Business Administration
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration is a four-year degree programme that provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become successful business professionals. The curriculum focuses on the core areas of business administration such as accounting, economics, management, finance and marketing. Additionally, it provides a comprehensive overview of the legal, ethical, and social impacts of business decisions. The programme also offers courses in communication, technology and international business. Students develop the knowledge and skills to analyse and interpret data, make sound financial decisions, and understand the complexities of the global business environment.
The overall objective of the business administration programme is designed to produce managerial manpower with appropriate knowledge, skills and aptitude to succeed in the ever growing and changing business environment. The curriculum is designed to enable graduates of the programme achieve the following specific objectives:
- apply quantitative models analytical skills in handling problems of management and finance for sustainable business operation;
- integrate, in a systematic manner, business-related problem with conceptual tools for analysing and evaluating business issues;
- demonstrate good leadership and interpersonal relations skills for successful business management;
- develop an entrepreneurship mindset with enabling creative competencies for new business development to become job creators; and
- demonstrate capacity for successful career in corporate organizations and public service with high moral and ethical standards.
B.Sc. Business Administration is a great choice for students who want to pursue a career in business and management. It is a versatile degree that can lead to a wide range of career options. With a B.Sc. in Business Administration, graduates can pursue a career in finance, marketing, human resources, operations, consulting, or management. They can work in the public, private, or non-profit sectors, or even start their own business.
Graduates with a B.Sc. in Business Administration can pursue positions such as financial analyst, marketing manager, HR specialist, operations manager, consultant, and business analyst. They can also find job opportunities in government and non-profit sectors. With the right skills and experience, graduates can even start their own business and become entrepreneurs. Regardless of the career they choose, graduates with a B.Sc. in Business Administration can expect to have excellent job prospects and a promising future. With the right qualifications, knowledge, and experience, they can make a positive impact in the business world and contribute to the growth and success of their organization.
21st Century skills
The Business Administration curriculum was consciously designed with the 21st century reality in mind. It equips students with a combination of both soft and hard skills that are critical for a modern workforce. Some key 21st century skills in-built into the curriculum are:
1. critical thinking;
2. communication skills;
3. creativity;
4. problem solving;
5. perseverance;
6. collaboration;
7. information literacy;
8. technology skills and digital literacy;
9. media literacy; and
10. global awareness.
Admission into Iconic University for bachelor’s degree does not require JAMB result, but candidates will be asked to get a JAMB regularisation number upon successful admission in order to be used for his/her NYSC at the time of graduation.
- 100 Level (Freshman)
- Five (5) credit passes in WAEC, NECO, NBAIS, or similar bodies as recognised. The credit passes must include English Language and Mathematics, and any of Economics, Financial Accounting, Marketing, Commerce and Business Methods at not more than two sittings.
- Five (5) merits in NABTEB or Teachers Grade Two examinations in Management or Social Science subjects. Also, the credit passes must include English Language, and Mathematics.
- 200 Level (Sophomores)
- The Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) with a merit pass in English Language in addition to a credit pass in Economics/Accounting/Business Admin/Public Admin.
- National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business Admin/Accounting/Banking and Finance/Insurance/Taxation/Actuarial Science from reputable institutions with a minimum of Lower Credit.
- GCE Advance level with at least two credit passes.
- OND with evidence of proficiency in Accounting/Banking and Finance.
- Certificate in Business Admin or the equivalent from a recognised university in addition to three O’ Level papers in Management or Social Sciences, including credit pass in English Language, and Mathematics.
- First degree (B.Sc.) in Taxation, Accounting, Public Admin, Entrepreneurship, or Economics.
Iconic University charges modest fees that give learners the chance to pay per semester only. Nigerian candidates seeking admission will pay an application fee of N10,000 and $30 would be paid by international applicants.
Semester Fees:
Semester Fees are charged based on the human development index (HDI) of country of residence.
Nigerians |
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Very High Development Countries |
$600 |
High Development Countries |
$500 |
Medium Development Countries |
$400 |
Low Development Countries |
$350
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Other countries |
$350
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Click here to see list of countries based on HDI
Note: This schedule is only applicable to Fall Semester 2024/’25 academic session. Note: This schedule is only applicable to Spring Semester 2024/’25 academic session, and the university operate a non-refundable policy on application fee, registration fee and all other fees paid for products and services of the university.