The MS in Accounting and Finance program at UCP is a comprehensive 1 and half year graduate degree. This program offers a rigorous academic foundation, equipping students with both in-depth knowledge and the advanced research skills needed to make meaningful contributions to the field. It prepares graduates to critically analyze and interpret financial data to support effective decision-making. Emphasizing both qualitative and empirical approaches, the program addresses the complex trade-offs inherent in financial decisions. The curriculum also fosters the development of empirical, methodological, and theoretical expertise essential for conducting original research that delivers valuable insights and addresses impactful, real-world questions.
MS Accounting & Finance
The MS program consists of 30 credit hours comprises of both course work as well as research component. It endeavors to produce high-quality scholars and professionals who would serve effectively and efficiently in academia as well as in the corporate sector.
| To be eligible for admission into the MS Accounting & Finance program, applicants must meet the following criteria: |
| Admission Requirement: At least 2.00/4.00 CGPA or 50% marks from an annual system in 16 years of education in the relevant field. |
| Admission Test: All candidates are required to pass the UCP Admission Test with a 50% score or the GRE/HAT General/equivalent test with a passing score of 50%, followed by an interview by the Graduate Admission Committee |
| Merit Determination: Admission is based on academic performance and test/interview scores as per university policy. Students who have already published or presented their research at platforms of national and international repute will be given preference |
| Weightage of Previous Academic | Weightage of Admission Test | Weightage of the Interview | Total |
| 45% | 45% | 10% | 100% |
Program Name: MS Accounting & Finance
Per Credit Hour Fee: 14,500
Admission Fee: 25,000
| 1st Semester Total Fee | 1st Installment Including Admission fee | 1st Installment with 50% PGC Scholarship | 1st Installment with 25% Merit/PGC/Legacy Scholarship | 1st Installment with 50% Merit Scholarship | 1st Installment with 75% Merit Scholarship | 1st Installment with Gilgit-Baltistan 30% Scholarship | Total Credit Hours | Total Fee(incl Admission fee) |
| 199,000 | 112,000 | N/A | N/A | 68,500 | 46,750 | 85,900 | 30 | 460,000 |
Disclaimer
The above-mentioned fee structure is for illustration purpose only. UCP reserves the rights to make changes in the Fee Structure whenever deemed necessary or appropriate.
The program is structured over three semesters, typically completed in one and half years. Below is a semester-wise outline:
Semester I
| Course Code | Course Title | Category | Cr. Hrs. |
| BAMG7013 | Academic Writing | Core | 3 |
| BAMG7003 | Quantitative Research Methods | Core | 3 |
| BAMG7393 | Qualitative Research Methods | Core | 3 |
| - | Elective-1 | Elective | 3 |
Semester II
| Course Code | Course Title | Category | Cr. Hrs. |
| - | Elective-2 | Elective | 3 |
| - | Elective-3 | Elective | 3 |
| - | Elective-4 | Elective | 3 |
| - | Elective-5 | Elective | 3 |
Semester III
| Course Code | Course Title | Category | Cr. Hrs. |
| BA7916 | Research Thesis Or Elective-6 Elective-7 | Thesis Elective Elective | 6 |
Graduates of the MS in Accounting and Finance program at UCP are equipped with advanced analytical, research, and decision-making skills that open doors to a wide range of career paths across industries, sectors, and global markets. The graduate will be able to play a much more productive role in society. Existing professionals will be able to enhance their respective careers and be able to bring more strategic, ethical and research-oriented aspects to their organizations. For the aspiring academician, the increased understanding of managerial aspects and research techniques will have provided the required groundwork for the individual to pursue a doctoral study that can provide greater awareness and possible solutions to the issues and challenges faced by our national and local society.
To be awarded the MS in Accounting and Finance degree, a student must:
- Successfully complete all required 30 credit hours, including coursework and research thesis.
- Maintain a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.50.
- Pass all courses as per the university and HEC guidelines.
- Fulfill all administrative and academic obligations of the university.
- Complete the program within the maximum duration of 4 years as allowed by HEC.