LEARNING OUTCOMES AND COMPETENCIES FOR
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Demonstrate advanced competence in the preparation, management, and evaluation of public sector budgets, in line with applicable public financial management laws, fiscal policies, and regulatory frameworks.
• Apply contemporary public financial management systems, tools, and reforms to enhance fiscal discipline, transparency. efficiency, and value for money in public institutions.
• Critically analyse public sector revenues, expenditures, and financial reports to support evidence-based fiscal decision-making and effective resource allocation.
• Design, implement, and evaluate internal control, audit, and public procurement systems to ensure compliance, accountability, and the prevention of financial mismanagement.
• Use research and analytical methods to address complex public sector challenges and support evidence-based decision-making.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• A good first degree (First Class to Second Class Lower).
• Applicants holding a first degree below Second Class Lower with a minimum of two years industry experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Recognised professional qualifications such as CIHRM, ICAG, ACCA, CIMA, CIM, ICSA, CIAMC, or their equivalent.

TARGET PARTICIPANTS

• Accountants working in the public sector.
• Internal auditors and staff of Internal Audit Agencies.
• Staff of Revenue Authorities.
• Staff of Supreme Audit Institutions.
• Public financial management consultants.
• Staff of development partners and donor agencies.
• Accounting professionals seeking leadership roles in public financial management.

CAREER AND PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES

The programme prepares graduates for a range of consulting, managerial and leadership roles in public financial management.
It also provides a strong foundation for further academic study and professional advancement in the field.