Bangor University Programmes

Bangor University Programmes

Overview The Bangor University programmes give participants the opportunity to graduate from one of UK s most respected and well established institutions. Bangor has an excellent international reputation for research, particularly in the fields of Banking and Finance. It is ranked in the top 25 institutions in the world according to the RePEC ranking for research in banking. The recent BIBF Graduate Destination Survey shows that about 85% of our graduates successfully find a job or pursue post-graduate study within 12 months of graduation, reflecting the strong reputation that the programme has built over the years amongst employers and the quality of our graduates. The degree programmes are designed to offer a comprehensive scheme of academic study with a special focus on real life application. The BIBF offers three diploma streams in partnership with Bangor University-UK. The programmes aim to offer students in Bahrain the opportunity to gain internationally regarded and vocationally relevant degrees. The three streams offered at BIBF include: Validated Diploma in Accounting and Finance Validated Diploma in Banking and Finance Validated Diploma in Islamic Finance. After the successful completion of the Diploma Programme, students can pursue a relevant BSc degree directly from Bangor University or from the BIBF (starting from 2018). 2

Study Options: Students have the option to choose one of the following structures: 1 year in Bahrain & 2 years at Bangor (UK); or 2 years in Bahrain & 1 year at Bangor (UK); or 3 years in Bahrain (starting from 2018 for selected BSc programmes). Course Structure: Takes three academic years to complete (2 years for the Validated Diploma + the final year) Two semesters (from Sep-Jan & from Feb-June). Four modules per semester A combination of guided-learning and self-study is required Sessions are conducted in small groups allowing for maximum support and interaction Receive training in the only Dealing Room simulation in the region Access to internship opportunities and extracurricular activities You will be assessed through a mixture of continuous assessment and written examinations. You will complete assignments such as collecting and analysing information from commercial databases or the internet, preparing business case studies, writing essays and completing problem-solving exercises. Fees: BD 2000 per semester (excluding books and lab fees) 3

Validated Diploma in Accounting and Finance Description: This programme is designed to offer a comprehensive scheme of academic study, which advances students ability to apply a range of Accounting and Finance skills to practical situations. The programme modules are designed on the basis of the latest requirements of Accounting and Finance, familiar by the work of professional accountancy bodies including the AAT, ACCA and CIMA. The main subject groupings are financial and managerial accounting, finance and economics, audit and professional ethics, and accounting information systems and buiness law. In these subject offerings, there is a natural progression from Year I to Year II. Year I provides an essential introduction to the subject grouping and equips students with the preliminary practical and intellectual skills necessary for progression to Year II, which progressively builds on to what has been introduced earlier. Programme Aims: To provide a comprehensive theoretical and technical foundation in accounting, auditing and allied subject groups as practiced today To produce graduates with the skills and confidence required to undertake entry level accounting positions and enter the job market and conduct their work with minimal supervision and training To provide opportunities for students to develop academically, and where appropriate, prepare them for further study and for a range of careers What will you study? Year I ACC1101 Introductory Financial Accounting ACC1103 Financial Markets & Institutions QM1100 Quantitative Methods for Accountants ACC1104 Introductory Management Accounting ECO1102 Money & Macroeconomics ACC1105 Audit & Assurance and Corporate Governance MGT1102 Management Strategy ACC1106 Accounting Information Systems I 4

Year II ACC2107 ACC2108 LW2201 FIN2101 International Financial Accounting & Reporting Management Accounting & Control Business and Commercial Law Corporate Finance ACC2109 ACC2110 ACC2111 Business and Professional Ethics Financial Statement Analysis Accounting Information Systems II Elective ELECTIVES YEAR II ACC2112 IF2108 Advanced Audit and Assurance Accounting Auditing and Governance for Islamic Financial Institutions Progression Pathways: BSc Accounting & Finance 5

Validated Diploma in Banking and Finance Description: This programme is designed to offer a comprehensive scheme of academic study, which advances students ability to apply a range of banking and finance skills to practical situations. The programme modules are designed keeing in mind the needs of the latest banking industry requirements and practices. The main subject groupings are banking, accounting and finance, quantitaive methods, risk and lending, management and marketing and banking law. In these subject offerings, there is a natural progression from Year I to Year II. The Year I provides an essential introduction to the subject grouping and equips students with the preliminary practical and intellectual skills necessary for progression to Year II, which progressively builds on to what has been introduced earlier. Programme Aims: To offer a qualification addressing needs of conventional financial institutions To ensure that on completion students will have developed the skills and confidence so they are capable of taking responsibilities of entry level banking/ finance positions To provide opportunities for students to develop academically and prepare them for further study What will you study? Year I ACC1101 Introductory Financial Accounting ACC1102 Financial Reporting & Analysis QM1101 Quantitative Methods I QM1102 Quantitative Methods II MGT1101 Principles of Management IT1101 Managing Information ECO1102 Money and Macro Macroeconomics ECO1103 Managerial Economics 6

Year II FIN2101 MKT2101 BAK2101 Corporate Finance Principles of Marketing Bank Lending Elective LW2101 BAK2102 MGT2102 Banking Law Risk Analysis Management & Organization Elective ELECTIVES YEAR II IF2105 IF2106 Islamic Treasury, Risk Management & Capital Markets Islamic Insurance- Takaful IF2103 IF2111 Islamic Commercial Banking Islamic Accounting Standards Progression Pathways: BSc Banking & Finance BSc Business Studies & Finance 7

Validated Diploma in Islamic Finance Description: The programme is designed to offer a qualification addressing the needs of financial institutions providing Islamic Banking services and products. The main subject groupings in the programme are: Islamic Commercial Jurisprudence, Islamic Economic Thought, Islamic Investment Banking, Islamic Insurance (Takaful), Risk Management for Islamic Financial Institutions and Shari a Audit and Compliance. In these subject offerings, there is a natural progression from Year I to Year II. The Year I provides an essential introduction to the subject grouping and equips students with the preliminary practical and intellectual skills necessary for progression to Year II, which progressively builds on to what has been introduced earlier. Programme Aims: To provide students with an understanding of the jurisprudential and theoretical fundamentals of Islamic Banking and Finance To provide an appreciation of the investment regulations relating to the banking industry and to Islamic banks in particular To ensure that in complettion of the programme the students whould have developed the skills and confidence required to take the responsibilities of junior banking positions particulary in the area of Islamic Finance To provide opportunities for students to develop academically and prepares them for further study What will you study? Year I ACC1101 Introductory Financial Accounting ACC1102 Financial Reporting and Analysis QM1101 Quantitative Methods I MGT1101 Principles of Management IF1101 Islamic Commercial Jurisprudence IT1101 Managing Information ECO1102 Money & Macroeconomics IF1102 Islamic Economic Thought 8

Year II FIN2101 MGT2102 IF2103 Corporate Finance Management and Organization Islamic Commercial Banking Elective IF2104 IF2107 IF2108 Islamic Investment Banking Banking Business and Trust Law Accounting Auditing & Governance for Islamic Financial Institutions Elective ELECTIVES YEAR II BAK2101 MKT2101 Bank Lending Principles of Marketing BAK2102 IF2110 Risk Analysis Shari a Audit and Compliance Progression Pathways: BSc Banking & Finance 9

Employability Being the main training hub for the Banking and Financial sector, BIBF has extensive links with the industry. Our recent graduate destination survey, conducted in 2015, shows that about 85% of our graduates find a job within 1 year of graduation. It also shows that our graduates are very likely to find a job that is relevant to the degree programme that they completed with us, which is evident in the table below. Graduates Employed full time Employed part time Studying full time Seeking a job Working & Studying at the same time Already Obtained a MSc or Professional Certificate Within 6 months of graduation 56% 8% 6% 29% 35% - Within 1 year of graduation 80% 5% 0 10% 26% 27% Sector Distribution Banking and Finance Audit Firms Education & Training Others 54% 13% 6% 27% 59% 9% 9% 23% 10

Admission Entry requirement: Semester 2 BIBF s International Foundation programme or equivalent (IB or A-Levels) IELTS (UK VI) score of 6.0 How to Apply? You need to provide the following documents: Statement of graduation from Secondary School approved by the Ministry of Education Copy of your IELTS score Medical report from a Public Health Centre Copy of your passport and CPR Two passport size photographs Contact us: Email: academic@bibf.com Phone: 1781 5555/ 6328 11

The Bangor programme in BIBF provides a high standard education with an excellent degree. The courses are taught in a very hands on and relevant manner that will prepare you for the business world. I recommend studying the Bangor programme at BIBF because it s world class education right at your doorstep. Menwa AlKhalifa- Year I Bangor University Student BIBF is committed to delivering a high quality academic experience to all students. I was always ensured to receive a complete and positive experience at BIBF. Not only that, but I feel integrated within the community, thus providing me with a safe and happy environment. Nevertheless, I have always experienced a positive, friendly, high quality, and great academic experience at BIBF. Nader Alnawakhtha- Year I Bangor University Student BIBF as a university provides many of the facilities that any college student desires such as having a student council that represents us all. The lecturers are very open and accept our opinions in class. Moreover, it is important to note the environment that BIBF encompasses, which makes me as a student feel important. Latifa Buhiji- Year II Bangor University Student For further information, and to register. Please contact the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance Tel: +973 1781 5555 Email: info@bibf.com