BSc in Banking and Finance

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Programme Overview

The BSc in Banking and Finance is a four-year undergraduate degree designed to build foundational and advanced knowledge in financial systems, banking operations, and economic theory. The program combines practical skills and theoretical insights to prepare graduates for careers in finance, banking, corporate strategy, and public policy. Delivered entirely online, it enables flexible learning while maintaining academic rigor.

Program Structure

Year 1

Semester I

  • ECON 101 – Intro. to Economics I

  • COMP 103 – Computer Application I

  • SOCY 100 – Sociology

  • MAT 101 – Business Mathematics I

  • EGL 101 – Development of Reading Skills

  • NH 001 – National History I

  • TFL 101 – Turkish as a Foreign Language I (for non-natives)

Semester II

  • ECON 102 – Intro. to Economics II

  • COMP 104 – Computer Application II (Prereq: COMP 103)

  • BUS 108 – Principles of Management

  • MAT 102 – Business Mathematics II (Prereq: MAT 101)

  • EGL 102 – Development of Writing Skills (Prereq: EGL 101)

  • NH 002 – National History II (Prereq: NH 001)

  • TFL 101 – Turkish as a Foreign Language II (Prereq: TFL 101)

Year 2

Semester III

  • ECON 203 – Intermediate Microeconomics (Prereq: ECON 101, ECON 102)

  • BUS 203 – Financial Accounting I

  • BUS 205 – Statistics I (Prereq: MAT 101, MAT 102)

  • BUS 207 – Introduction to Law

  • CS 201 – Communication Skills I (Prereq: EGL 101, EGL 102)

  • TURK 001 – Turkish I

Semester IV

  • ECON 204 – Intermediate Macroeconomics (Prereq: ECON 101, ECON 102)

  • BUS 204 – Financial Accounting II (Prereq: BUS 203)

  • BUS 206 – Statistics II (Prereq: BUS 205)

  • BUS 208 – Business Law (Prereq: BUS 207)

  • CS 202 – Communication Skills II (Prereq: EGL 101, EGL 102)

  • TURK 002 – Turkish II (Prereq: TURK 001)

Year 3

Semester V

  • BUS 301 – Organizational Behavior (Prereq: BUS 108)

  • BUS 303 – Human Resource Management (Prereq: BUS 108)

  • BUS 307 – Business Finance I (Prereq: MAT 101, MAT 102, BUS 205)

  • BUS 315 – Principles of Marketing

  • ECON 305 – Money & Banking (Prereq: ECON 101, ECON 102)

Semester VI

  • BUS 304 – Operations Management (Prereq: BUS 205, BUS 206)

  • BUS 306 – Management Info Systems (Prereq: BUS 108)

  • BUS 308 – Business Finance II (Prereq: BUS 307)

  • ECON 306 – Business Cycles & Forecasting (Prereq: BUS 205, BUS 206)

  • BUS 411 – Cost Accounting (Prereq: BUS 203, BUS 204)

  • STJ 030 – Internship (30 calendar days)

Year 4

Semester VII

  • BUS 412 – Financial Statement Analysis (Prereq: BUS 203, BUS 204, BUS 307, BUS 308)

  • BUS 423 – International Finance (Prereq: BUS 307)

  • BUS 424 – Commercial Bank Management (Prereq: BUS 203, BUS 204, BUS 307)

  • Departmental Elective (1)

  • Non-Departmental Elective (1)

Semester VIII

  • BUS 404 – Strategic Management (Prereq: BUS 203, BUS 204, BUS 303, BUS 304, BUS 307, BUS 308, BUS 315)

  • BUS 410 – Auditing (Prereq: BUS 203, BUS 204)

  • BUS 427 – International Banking (Prereq: BUS 203, BUS 204, BUS 307)

  • Departmental Elective (2)

  • Non-Departmental Elective (2)

Graduation Requirements

To graduate, students must successfully complete:

  • 120 credit hours over 8 semesters

  • Mandatory internship (30 calendar days)

  • 2 Departmental Electives

  • 2 Non-Departmental Electives

  • A minimum cumulative GPA as per university regulations

Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (preferably with a background in commerce or mathematics)

  • English language proficiency (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)

  • Basic computer literacy

Assessment Strategy

  • Quizzes and Assignments

  • Midterm and Final Exams

  • Group Projects and Presentations

  • Internship Evaluation

  • Continuous Assessment through LMS participation

Career & Professional Development

Graduates are prepared for roles in:

  • Commercial and Investment Banks

  • Central Banks and Regulatory Bodies

  • Financial Services and Insurance Companies

  • Treasury and Risk Management Departments

  • Graduate studies (e.g., MSc, MBA, CFA, ACCA)

Program Benefits

  • Flexible online format for working students

  • Internship embedded for real-world exposure

  • Industry-relevant curriculum with modern finance tools

  • Opportunities to specialize through electives

  • Access to academic advisors and career mentors

About Girne American University (GAU)

Founded in 1985, GAU is Cyprus’s first private university, recognized globally for its innovative education and international reach. With a presence across three continents, GAU focuses on accessibility, relevance, and excellence, shaping students into global leaders.

Conclusion

The BSc in Banking and Finance (Online) equips students with analytical, quantitative, and strategic skills necessary to excel in a dynamic global financial environment. With a curriculum aligned to market demands and delivered through an accessible online platform, the program empowers students to pursue meaningful careers in banking, finance, and beyond.

Entry Requirements

Assessment Strategy