About The Program
The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration programme provides students with all-encompassing knowledge of business theories and concepts and their application to real world. The course sharpens students’ analytical thinking on business problems and opportunities, how the different functional areas of business are interrelated as well as develop their leadership and entrepreneurship qualities. This course equips students with vital and creative decision-making skills to help boost students’ personal endeavours and job careers. Business Administration enables the students to develop a good understanding of the fundamentals of management and various aspects of managerial practice, as well as gain `practical experience in a real-world context with the new programme on internship. All the skills that a good manager needs, from the ability to critically analyse management issues to knowledge of managerial responsibilities in the socio-economic environment are provided in this programme.
The underlying philosophy of business administration programme is to provide students with a well-rounded education which prepares the graduate for a creative and productive role in business as well as a capacity for self-development, while maintaining the highest ethical and moral standards. It ultimately grooms students with requisite skills of connecting business Concepts to the larger global society and a clear career path as business professionals.
Vision
At Northwest University, Sokoto, we are committed to providing real-world, affordable, and flexible learning opportunities that raise the standard of biology for all ages. We also pledge to uphold Northwest University’s values and the National Policy on Education in order to ensure that our graduates possess the most up-to-date information and abilities necessary to thrive in the digital era.
The overall objective of the business administration programme is designed to produce managerial manpower with appropriate knowledge, skills and aptitude to succeed in the ever growing and changing business environment.
The curriculum is designed to enable graduates of the programme achieve the following specific objectives:
- Apply quantitative models analytical skills in handling problems of management and finance for sustainable business operation;
- Integrate in a systematic manner business-related problem with conceptual tools for analysing and evaluating business issues;
- Demonstrate good leadership and interpersonal relations skills for successful business Management;
- Develop an entrepreneurship mind set with enabling creative competencies for new Business development to become job creators; and
- Demonstrate capacity for successful career in corporate organizations and public service with high moral and ethical standards.
Employability Skills
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Effective Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in oral and written forms, with good listening skills.
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Teamwork and Leadership: Capacity to work collaboratively, build positive relationships, and lead teams toward achieving organizational goals.
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Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to apply logical and analytical approaches to decision-making and resolving organizational challenges.
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Entrepreneurial and Innovative Skills: Ability to identify opportunities, improve processes, and demonstrate initiative and creativity in business environments.
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ICT and Resilience Skills: Proficiency in the use of management software and digital tools, combined with adaptability and resilience in dynamic work settings.
Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)
Candidates must possess five (5) O’Level credit passes (SSCE/NECO/GCE or equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics, and obtain an acceptable UTME score in Use of English and three relevant subjects as specified in the JAMB brochure. Departmental requirements also apply.
Direct Entry (DE)
Applicants must have five (5) O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics, plus a relevant qualification such as OND, HND, NCE, IJMB, Diploma, or equivalent from a recognized institution. Minimum acceptable grades include Lower Credit for OND/HND and at least nine (9) points for NCE or IJMB, subject to departmental requirements.
Transfer Candidates
Candidates seeking transfer must have a minimum CGPA of 2.00 for classified degree programmes or 2.40 for non-classified programmes, subject to approval by the relevant department.
Business Knowledge & Skills: Demonstrate sound theoretical and practical knowledge of business administration and related disciplines.
Managerial & Analytical Competence: Apply managerial, economic, quantitative, and critical thinking skills to solve business and organizational problems.
Integrated Decision-Making: Integrate knowledge across key business functions for effective planning, control, and performance evaluation.
Professional & Ethical Practice: Communicate effectively, utilize ICT tools, and apply ethical, legal, and sustainability principles in business decisions.
Leadership & Entrepreneurship: Exhibit leadership, teamwork, and entrepreneurial skills for employment, self-reliance, and further professional development.
Several factors make this programme a unique one. Some of these unique features are:
- Incorporated some innovative courses such as green management which give the students an edge by inculcating in them environmental consciousness and responsible resource Management early in life;
- prepares the students for the enormous business opportunities in the digital space with rich modules on e-Commerce and a number of IT-based courses;
- The programme provides students with different pathways to successfully fit into a wide range of career paths in finance, management, manufacturing, teaching, consulting, administration and related fields;
- the new internship programme would afford the students ample opportunities to operate in a real-world situation as well as interact with industry leaders and business players, thereby gaining the desired industry experience; and
- This programme provides the students a diverse skills-set that can be used in virtually any type of profession, creating a higher demand for the graduates compared to other courses.
The minimum number of credit units for the award of B.Sc. Business Administration degree is 120 units. A student shall therefore qualify for the award of a degree when she/he has met the conditions. The minimum credit load per semester is 15 credit units.
For the purpose of calculating a student’s Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) in order to determine the class of degree to be awarded, grades obtained in all the courses whether compulsory or optional and whether passed or failed must be included in the computation. Even when a student repeats the same course once or more before passing it or substitutes another course for a failed optional course, grades scored at each and all attempts shall be included in the computation of the GPA.
Program Courses
100 Level
| Course Code | Title | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| BUA 101 | Introduction to Business I | 2 Credits |
| AMS 101 | Principles of Management | 2 Credits |
| AMS 103 | Introduction to Computers | 2 Credits |
| ACC 101 | Introduction to Financial Accounting I | 3 Credits |
| ECO 101 | Principles of Economics I | 2 Credits |
| GST 111 | Communication in English Language | 2 Credits |
| GST 121 | Use of Library and Study Skills | 2 Credits |
| LGD 101 | Element of Government | 2 Credits |
| AMS 102 | Basic Mathematics | 2 Credits |
| AMS 104 | Principles of Project Management | 2 Credits |
| BUA 102 | Introduction to Business II | 2 Credits |
| ACC 102 | Introduction to Financial Accounting II | 3 Credits |
| GST 112 | Nigerian People and Culture | 2 Credits |
| PAD 101 | Elements of Public Administration | 3 Credits |
| ECO 102 | Principles of Economics II | 2 Credits |
| GST 112 | Nigerian Peoples and Culture | 2 Credits |
200 Level
| Course Code | Title | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| BUA 200 | Introduction to Financing | 3 Credits |
| BUA 201 | Principles of Business Administration I | 3 Credits |
| BUA 203 | Business Statistics | 3 Credits |
| BUA 205 | Leadership and Governance | 2 Credits |
| ECO 201 | Introduction to Microeconomics I | 2 Credits |
| ENT 211 | Entrepreneurship and Innovation | 2 Credits |
| ACC 201 | Financial Accounting I | 3 Credits |
| BUA 202 | Principles of Business Administration II | 2 Credits |
| BUA 204 | Quantitative Analysis in Management | 2 Credits |
| BUA 216 | Introduction to Financial Management | 3 Credits |
| BUA 218 | Green Management | 2 Credits |
| ACC 202 | Financial Accounting II | 3 Credits |
| BUA 216 | Introduction to Financial Management | 3 Credits |
| ECO 202 | Introduction to Micro Economics | 3 Credits |
| GST 212 | Philosophy, Logic and Human Existence | 2 Credits |
300 Level
| Course Code | Title | Unit |
|---|---|---|
BUA 303 | Management Theory | 3 Credits |
BUA 305 | Financial Management | 3 Credits |
BUA 313 | Innovation Management | 2 Credits |
BUA 319 | E-Commerce | 2 Credits |
BUA 321 | Business Start-up | 2 Credits |
BUA 323 | Supply Chain Management | 2 Credits |
BUA 302 | Human Behavior in Organizations | 3 Credits |
BUA 304 | Human Resource Management | 3 Credits |
BUA 310 | Production and operations management | 3 Credits |
BUA 312 | Small Business Management | 2 Credits |
ACC 303 | Management Accounting | 3 Credits |
BBA 104 | Business Law I | 2 Credits |
GST 312 | Peace and Conflict Resolution | 2 Credits |
ENT 312 | Venture Creation | 2 Credits |
BBA 205 | Business Law II | 2 Credits |
400 level
| Course Code | Title | Unit |
|---|---|---|
BUA 401 | Business policy and strategic management | 3 Credits |
BUA 409 | Management Information System | 3 Credits |
BUA 411 | Analysis for Business Decision | 3 Credits |
BUA 407 | Nigerian Economy | 2 Credits |
BUA 409 | Globalization and Business | 3 Credits |
BUA 415 | Marketing Management | 2 Credits |
BUA 403 | Research Method | 2 Credits |
BUA 402 | Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving | 3 Credits |
BUA 406 | International Business | 3 Credits |
BUA 404 | Islamic Banking and Finance | 2 Credits |
BUA 408 | Corporate Planning | 2 Credits |
BUA 420 | Internship | 3 Credits |
BUA 499 | Research Project | 6 Credits |