Programme Overview

The Bachelor of Co-operative Management and Accounting (BCMA) programme is offered in full-time and evening modes over three years. It is designed to produce accountants and auditors who are in high demand by the co-operative sector. Students will gain both theoretical and analytical skills in relevant disciplines, enabling them to identify, manage, and forecast opportunities and challenges within co-operative societies. Graduates of this programme will be equipped to create and manage economically and socially viable co-operative organizations. The programme combines rigorous coursework with practical applications to prepare students for leadership roles in the co-operative sector.

Specific Objectives

The specific objectives are to:

• Equip students with theoretical and analytical skills in co-operative management and accounting.
• Prepare graduates to identify, manage, and forecast opportunities and challenges in co-operative societies.
• Develop expertise in creating and managing economically and socially viable co-operative organizations.
• Foster leadership and decision-making skills for the co-operative sector.
• Provide practical knowledge and skills through coursework and real-world applications.

General Entry Requirements

• Direct Entry: NQF Level 5 (Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education) with at least two principal passes with a total of 4 points from two subjects: Economics, Commerce, Accountancy, Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Agriculture, Geography, or Nutrition.
• Equivalent Entry: Relevant diploma with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0 (Distinction for unclassified Diploma). OR Foundation Certificate of the Open University of Tanzania (OUT) with a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, applicants with UQF Level 6 and NTA Level 6 (Diploma) should have at least four passes at the Ordinary level (NQF Level 4), including English and Mathematics.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Applicants should have an average of a B+ grade in relevant courses.
• Proficiency in English is required for all applicants.