Development finance is widely practiced by all central governments, major development finance institutions such as the World Bank, the IMF and the UN, public sector organisation, private sector organisations, international foundations and NGOs. It provides the expertise to start initial investments that act as the right catalyst, and demonstrate that enterprises can thrive in economically challenging markets. It is also used to ensure that funds channelled through development projects provide sustainable outcomes that can sustain the development agendas of developing countries.
The aim of this degree programme is to develop people and institutions that can help provide optimum financial outcomes that enhance the design and implementation of reforms and capacity-building programs adopted by development finance institutions, governments, the private sector, NGOs and the wider emerging markets.
To qualify for admission to the BDF degree programme an applicant must have any of the following qualifications.
five credits at ‘O’ Level including English and Mathematics
at least three ‘A’ level passes including Mathematics or equivalent
any degree from a recognised institution
DURATION OF STUDY
The programme runs for four years on full time, part time and distance education and not more than five academic years in case of any eventualities or unforeseen circumstances.
Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4
Year 1 Courses
Semester 1
Semester 2
Course Code
Course Title
Course Code
Course Title
BDF111
Academic Writing
BDF112
Introduction to Macroeconomics
BDF121
Development Studies
BDF122
Principles of Accounting
BDF131
Introduction to Microeconomics
BDF132
Introduction to Quantitative Methods
BDF141
Introduction to Finance
BDF142
Introduction to Financial Markets
Year 2 Courses
Semester 1
Semester 2
Course Code
Course Title
Course Code
Course Title
BDF211
Business Finance
BDF212
International Trade and
Finance
BDF221
Financial Accounting
BDF222
Project Finance
BDF231
Development and Growth
BDF232
Globalisation
BDF241
ICT in Development
BDF242
Development Microfinance
Year 3 Courses
Semester 1
Semester 2
Course Code
Course Title
Course Code
Course Title
BDF311
Modern Development Theories
BDF312
International Economics
BDF321
International Finance for Development
BDF322
Micro-insurance
BDF331
Public Sector Reform
BDF332
Managing Strategic Risk
BDF341
Financial Risk Management
BDF342
SME Finance
Year 4 Courses
Semester 1
Semester 2
Course Code
Course Title
Course Code
Course Title
BDF411
Strategic Management
BDF412
Public Finance
BDF421
Research Methods
BDF422
Contemporary Issues in Development Finance
BDF431
Renewable Energy Finance
BDF432
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
BDF441
Financial Modelling and Forecasting
BDF442
Dissertation
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