Master of Business Administration

Rationale

Businesses globally have experienced tremendous growth in recent times. Continuous economic growth and development have substantially contributed to business growth particularly in Uganda. This scenario calls for quality business education for developing human capital to meet the needs of various business entities.

Master of Business Administration Programme is the discipline of choice to fulfil this initiative because it is
central to an organization’s success. It focuses on the planning, mobilization and utilization of human, financial, and technological resources for the efficient achievement of organizational goals. Emphasis on equipping business professionals with relevant business knowledge and skills, as well as integrity of character are the distinctive of this programme.

It is prudent that business administration is manned by leaders who combine outstanding business knowledge and skills with integrity of character in order to handle emerging challenges and opportunities with authentic success.

Program description

Specialization

Detailed specialization

Learning Outcomes

Admission Requirements

Description

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme prepares students in the functional areas of business and management allowing them to develop managerial skills necessary to be effective in a rapidly changing business environment. The programme is designed for students with an interest in entering or advancing their careers in business or management.
Students pursuing the MBA programme will either specialize in accounting and finance, marketing, human resource management or organization leadership and management. The accounting and finance specialization will provide students with an insight to the finance industry with strong links to the theories and practices of accounting.
Marketing is an orientation that steers the operations of the entire business, helping the company and its employees succeed in the marketplace. Marketing should therefore not be seen as a mere sales or marketing communications function but rather as a holistic way of thinking.
The Human Resource specialization will give students the knowledge, understanding and key skills that are required by today’s HR professionals, so that they can contribute effectively to today’s dynamic organizations. The programme will prepare students for a wide range of positions within the field of human resource management, such as career advisors, HR analyst and generally as Human Resource Managers. Effective leadership and management make a major difference in today’s organizations by inspiring people to perform and by improving results. Management and leadership skills are highly valued in all sorts of organizations.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is designed to prepare students for leadership and management roles in a dynamic and rapidly evolving business environment. This program equips students with advanced managerial skills, critical thinking abilities, and specialized expertise tailored to their chosen area of focus.
Students can specialize in one of the following areas:
1. Accounting and Finance
2. Marketing Management
3. Human Resource Management
4. Organizational Leadership and Management
5. International Business Management
6. Entrepreneurship
The MBA curriculum combines rigorous academic training with practical application, ensuring that graduates are ready to contribute meaningfully to businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures.

• Accounting and Finance Specialization
This specialization equips students with deep insights into accounting practices and financial management. It develops critical analysis, research capabilities, and strong numerical skills for careers in financial analysis, corporate finance, and professional accounting.
• Marketing Management Specialization
Students gain a comprehensive understanding of marketing as a strategic business function. This specialization emphasizes critical evaluation of marketing strategies and problem-solving in complex business environments.
• Human Resource Management Specialization
Focused on equipping HR professionals with the knowledge and skills to manage workforce dynamics, training programs, and organizational policies.
• Organizational Leadership and Management Specialization
Prepares students to lead effectively by fostering organizational participation, managing change, and implementing strategies that promote efficiency and innovation.
• International Business Management Specialization
Designed for global-minded professionals, this specialization covers cross-cultural communication, global supply chain management, and international business strategy development.
• Entrepreneurship Specialization
Provides practical skills and frameworks for starting and managing innovative business ventures, with an emphasis on adaptability, market research, and funding strategies.

By the end of the MBA program, graduates will be able to:
1. Apply advanced business analysis and data management skills to support decision-making.
2. Demonstrate leadership and team management skills to implement and coordinate organizational activities effectively.
3. Integrate business knowledge and management techniques to navigate and adapt to changing business environments.
4. Analyze and solve complex business problems using critical thinking and strategic planning.
5. Appreciate the interconnectedness of business functions and develop a holistic approach to organizational management.
6. Compete effectively in today’s globalized business landscape.

Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the MBA program can pursue roles in:
• Executive Leadership: CEOs, COOs, and Directors.
• Financial Analysis and Management: Financial Analysts, Accountants, and Corporate Financial Managers.
• Marketing and Sales Leadership: Marketing Managers and Brand Strategists.
• Human Resource Leadership: HR Managers, Career Advisors, and Training Consultants.
• Global Business Roles: International Business Managers and Supply Chain Specialists.
• Entrepreneurship: Founders, Business Consultants, and Venture Capitalists.
Join our MBA program and unlock your potential to lead, innovate, and transform businesses globally.

Accounting and Finance Specialization
To equip students with essential accounting and finance capabilities including critical
analysis, research, discipline and analytical and numerical skills in order to prepare them
for careers in financial analysis and corporate finance as professional accountants,
financial analysts and advisers.
ELEMENTS
o Master accounting principles, auditing practices, and financial analysis.
o Address ethical and social considerations in financial decision-making.
o Evaluate corporate financial decisions and investment opportunities.
Human Resource Management Specialization
To give students the knowledge, understanding and key skills that is required by today’s
HR professionals and to enable students to effectively contribute to dynamic
organizations.
SECTIONS
o Design and evaluate performance management and training programs.
o Develop innovative HR solutions and policies.
o Apply technology to enhance HR functions.
Marketing Specialisation
To develop students’ strategic thinking and analytical capabilities as well as provide
knowledge and skills in identifying customer needs and creating valuable, long-term
customer relationships in an economically and ethically sustainable manner
SECTIONS
o Critically assess marketing frameworks and their application.
o Develop and implement effective marketing strategies.
o Address ethical and environmental concerns in marketing
Organisation Leadership and Management
Strategic management and leadership are what drive successful companies forward, shaping
their decision making and helping them achieve their ambitions. Without a strong strategic
plan, organizations cannot function at a competitive level. The key objective under the
specialization in organizational leadership and management is
• To provide the necessary skills and abilities for effective leaders and organization
managers.
SECTIONS
o Foster organizational effectiveness through leadership and communication strategies.
o Analyze and address organizational challenges.
o Implement research-driven leadership practices.
International Business Management
o Develop strategies for entry into global markets.
o Manage culturally diverse teams and international operations.
o Navigate global supply chain complexities
Entrepreneurship Specialization
o Develop and pitch innovative business ideas.
o Create comprehensive business plans.
o Adapt strategies to market feedback and challenges.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

COURSE SCHEDULE First year course units are general, after which you are required to specialize in second Year

General Course Units
Year one Semster One
1. General Management
2. Financial Management
3. Strategic Human Resources Management
4. Marketing Management
5. ICT for Business Management
6. Christian Thoughts and Practices
General Course Units
Year One Semester Two
1. Quantitative Methods for Business Management
2. Scholarly Writing and Publication Skills
3. Financial and Managerial Accounting
4. Economics
5. Strategic Planning and Management
6. Organizational Behaviour
FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
YEAR TWO SEMESTER ONE
1. Research Methodology
2. Financial Institutions and Markets
3. International Finance
4. MBA 2103 International Accounting
FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
YEAR TWO SEMESTER TWO
1. Corporate Finance
2. Financial Reporting and Analysis
3. Financial Derivatives and Risk Management Techniques
4. Auditing
5. Forensic Accounting
6. Research Project
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGMENT
YEAR TWO SEMESTER ONE
1. Research Methodology
2. Human Resource Planning
3. Compensation And Benefits Management
4. Management Information Systems
5. Organization Theory
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
YEAR TWO SEMESTER TWO
1. Research Project
2. Strategic Decision Making
3. Industrial Relations
4. International Human Resource Management
5. Fundamentals of HR Metrics and Analytics
6. Organizational Development
Organizational Leardership and Management
YEAR TWO SEMESTER ONE
1. Research Methodology
2. Management Information Systems
3. Strategic Leadership
4. Strategy in Practice
5. Managing Non-Governmental Organizations
6. Organization Theory
Organizational Leadership and Management
YEAR TWO SEMESTER TWO
1. Research Project
2. Strategic Decision Making
3. Managing Technological Innovations
4. Corporate Governance
5. Managing Corporate Reputation
6. Organizational Development
Marketing Management
YEAR TWO SEMETER ONE
1. Research Methodology
2. Marketing Leadership and Planning
3. International Marketing
4. Analysis and Decision
5. Consumer Behaviour
Marketing Management
YEAR TWO SEMESTER TWO
1. Research Project
2. Marketing Research
3. Managing Corporate Reputation
4. Industrial Marketing
5. Advertising Management
6. Marketing of Services