Double the edge. Designed with purpose.
The Specialist in Accounting and Finance (BBA) at UTM is where ambition meets versatility. Designed for students who want to build expertise in both disciplines, this program blends the strategic insights of finance with the precision of accounting— preparing graduates to pursue both CPA and CFA designations.
With a curriculum grounded in real-world application, students gain hands-on experience through case-based learning, data analytics, and capstone projects that mirror industry challenges.
Supported by expert faculty and a vibrant student community, this four-year program equips future professionals with the skills, confidence, and an ethical foundation to lead in today’s evolving business landscape.
Meet your community
"The world of Accounting and Finance offers
endless opportunities for those who embrace new technologies with an investigative mindset. Bring your curiosity and problem-solving drive, and you’ll be ready to innovate—and lead—on tomorrow’s most complex business challenges."
"Employers appreciate candidates who understand both the technical details of accounting and strategic aspects of finance,
along with the bigger financial picture. The structured education in each area means
graduates can handle tasks from reporting
and tax to budgeting and forecasting. That
versatility allows you to contribute across
different functions and adapt as needed."
Arsalan Arshad, BCom, 2025
A career with impact
Our students are taught how to think like professionals. This helps prepare students to become Chartered Professional Accountants after graduation. The program produces graduates who demonstrate initiative and leadership, apply strategic thinking, develop innovative ideas, adapt to change and are strong communicators.
- Potential Career Options
Investment Analyst
Financial Analyst
Finance Manager
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
Senior Auditor
- Sample Areas of Employment
Asset Management
Accounting Firms
Banks and Financial Institutions
Educational Institutions
Federal, Provincial and Municipal Governments
Insurance Companies
Program features
- A novel blend of complementary fields of accounting and finance
- Combine the two for integrated professional pathways
- Learn from faculty with real-world expertise and robust industry connections
- Participate in two capstone courses to develop your critical thinking skills
- Access cutting-edge technologies and real data sets for hands on learning in the Li Koon Chun Finance Learning Centre
- Experience guest lectures, industry expertise in the classroom, and flipped classes
Frequently asked questions
For the Fall 2026 UTM Subject POSt process, students may submit a request to enrol in the BBA in Accounting and Finance specialization during Round 2. For subsequent years the request to enroll in this program will be available throughout the UTM Subject POSt process.
Yes. Students who are admitted during Round 1 in 2026 will be contacted directly by the Department of Management to gauge their interest in the BBA in Accounting and Finance specialization.
The BBA in Accounting and Finance has a limited number of seats. At this time, the total number of available seats has not been finalized.
At this time, the program is not yet available for review in the Academic Calendar. Students may consult the Program Map for preliminary information. Full program details will be published in the 2026–2027 Academic Calendar, which will be available in May 2026.
