Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)
University of Cape Coast · College of Humanities and Legal Studies
Will you get in?
You will need better than the minimum pass grades for this level. Enter your WASSCE grades and we will tell you whether you meet the published cut-off for this programme — and every other programme at University of Cape Coast you qualify for.
Check if you qualifyThe Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) at the University of Cape Coast is a degree under the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, in the field of business and management studies. It introduces students to the principles and practice of finance within a broader business context. This page explains what the programme typically involves, how competitive admission is, and the kinds of work finance graduates go on to do.
What the programme covers
Programmes of this kind usually blend core business subjects with specialised finance topics. You are likely to study corporate finance, financial markets and institutions, investment analysis, risk management, financial accounting, and economics. The aim is to build strong analytical and quantitative skills, along with the ability to make sound financial decisions in real-world situations.
How competitive it is to get in
Entry into this programme is competitive. That means there are many qualified applicants for the available places, so good WASSCE results are important. There is no single published cut-off you can rely on; whether you qualify depends on the university's specific requirements and how strong the applicant pool is in a given year. Check the University of Cape Coast admissions information to see if your grades meet the subject requirements.
Where a finance degree can take you
Most finance graduates start their careers in banking, insurance, investment management, or the finance department of a company or public institution. The degree also provides a strong foundation for professional qualifications such as CFA or ACCA. Some graduates go into financial planning, corporate treasury, risk analysis, or continue to postgraduate study in finance or business.
Entry requirements
SHS backgrounds accepted
Every SHS course of study may apply to this college.
Aggregate needed
University of Cape Coast publishes a cut-off aggregate for this programme. Run a check to see whether your grades meet it.
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) at other institutions
The same programme elsewhere in Ghana, ordered from most to least competitive.
Where graduates work
- Financial analyst
- Investment banker
- Corporate finance officer
- Risk manager
- Commercial banker
- Insurance underwriter
- Finance officer in public service