BA Public Finance Management
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Description
This program addresses the need for skilled public financial managers capable of efficiently managing public funds and controlling expenditures to maximize benefits for citizens. It enhances the skills of civil servants through relevant coursework in public financial management (PFM), which is crucial for addressing the challenges of globalization, demographic changes, and economic growth. Ethiopia's recent PFM reforms aim to transform the public sector and promote socio-economic development. This undergraduate program prepares graduates to be cost-conscious, ethical, and proficient in policy-making related to public finance, ultimately supporting the government's revenue and expenditure reforms.
Prerequisites & Requirements
Candidates must meet the entry requirements set by the Ministry of Education and the university.
Exit Level Outcomes
Graduates will be able to:
- Prepare financial plans and reports at national and regional levels.
- Analyze financial performance of government entities.
- Design systems for efficient public fund management.
- Participate in tax administration and auditing.
- Develop budgeting and performance evaluation systems.
- Advise on public resource and debt management.
- Evaluate projects and investment portfolios.
- Create internal control systems for public accountability.
- Use financial management information systems for reporting.
- Conduct research on public financial management issues.
- Uphold high ethical standards in public engagements.