Why should you join the MAPS Bachelor of Accounting and Business?

  • Dual awarded with the ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4) and the ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business (Applied Skills) – highly respected by employers globally.
  • MAPS qualifications offer the quickest route to completing your Bachelor’s degree.
  • Receive access to world class online library resources and ACCA online resources to help with your studies.
  • Affordable course fees with low monthly instalments.
  • Specifically designed for those in work – evening classes only.
  • High quality lecturers and course content – bringing relevant Business and Accounting theories and concepts to life, alongside key workplace skills.
  • Fully approved by MQA as a Level 7 qualification, PLUS the MNQF Level 5 ACCA Diploma qualification and MNQF Level 6 ACCA Advanced Diploma qualification.
  • Eligible students can access government funding to cover tuition fees.

Course Description
MAPS Bachelor of Accounting and Business qualification provides learners with a broad understanding of Accounting concepts and selected business functions. It also promotes the development of essential workplace skills demanded by employers. The qualification is suitable for individuals already in work or looking to start their career in a range of accounting job roles, and supports progression to management level roles on completion.

The qualification is unique to the Maldives in that it directly incorporates the ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4) and the ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business within its content. That means students will receive the MAPS College Bachelor of Accounting and Business AND the ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4), AND the ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business on completion of specific units.

Awarding Body
The Bachelor of Accounting and Business certificate for this course is awarded by MAPS College. The ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4) and the Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business are awarded by Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

MNQF Level
Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree (view Approval- MAPS Degree), Level 5 Diploma (View Approval – ACCA Diploma), Level 6 Advanced Diploma (View Approval – ACCA Advanced Diploma).

Academic Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:

  • 2 A’ Level passes (E or above)
  • 2 HSSC passes (C or above)
  • MNQF Level 4 Qualification in a related field
  • MNQF Level 4 Qualification in an unrelated field, AND successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program
  • 20 years old AND completion of the 10th year of School AND 2 years of work experience in a relevant field, AND successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program

Course Structure

  • Year 1 Units:
    • Business and Technology (ACCA unit FBT / BT) (Note: This unit was called Accountant in Business (FAB / AB) until September 2020)
    • Management Accounting (ACCA unit FMA / MA)
    • Financial Accounting (ACCA unit FFA / FA)
    • Two Optional Units
  • Year 2 and Year 3 Units:
    • Corporate and Business Law (ACCA unit LW)
    • Performance Management (ACCA unit PM)
    • Taxation (ACCA unit TX)
    • Financial Reporting (ACCA unit FR)
    • Audit and Assurance (ACCA unit AA)
    • Financial Management (ACCA unit FM)
    • Four Optional Units (Two units in Year 2, Two units in Year 3)

Duration: 3 academic years

Credits: 360 credits

Intakes: January, July.

Mode of Study: Face to Face (Male’ Campus) AND Online

Course Assessments
The nine Accounting units are assessed by time constrained online computer based exams that are set and marked by ACCA, UK. The exams are conducted and invigilated by MAPS College. The six optional units are assessed by time constrained written examinations. Some optional subjects also include assignments and presentations.

Course Fee and Payment Plan
Payments can be made in installments. Please see Course Fees and Payment Plan for information.

Pathway
Students who complete the MAPS Bachelor of Accounting and Business may use it as a standalone qualification or apply to progress onto a range of local and international post-graduate qualifications, such as the University of Bedfordshire MBA.

How to Apply?
Candidates may apply online or download and complete the application form, which can be submitted to the College Reception on the First Floor of H. Vaifilaa-age, Janavaree Magu. Applicants are requested to read the Terms and Conditions for Studying at MAPS College before applying.