- Department of Banking And Finance @ ABU Business School
The Department of Banking & Finance was established in 2018 following the creation of ABU Business School and the restructuring of the Department of Business Administration of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria. The Department offers One Undergraduate and Two Postgraduate degree programmes: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Banking & Finance, Master of Banking & Finance (MBF) and Mater of Science (M.Sc) in Banking & Finance. Furthermore, it is in the process of commencing Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) in Finance and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Finance.
The Department serves as an academic gateway for understanding how the Financial System operates within all two distinct yet related areas banking & finance. The tremendous opportunity for one to pursue is an advanced study in his or her core speciality within the diverse areas of banking and finance is guaranteed. This has been made possible by a pool of experts with diverse expertise as well as good support facilities.
It provides the conducive academic environment for promoting research and development among its academic staff and postgraduate students. The Department publishes high quality academic articles through its Two Journals: Journal for Global Advancements in Finance (JGAF) and Journal of Contemporary Issues in Islamic Finance (JCIIF).
To advance the frontier of knowledge in the area of Banking & Finance and build up leaders with holistic characteristics that will serve the global community through most advanced technology and vibrant collaborations.
The department aspires to be a repute centre of learning and research of banking and finance, where traditions of excellence are fostered and students discern their life calling and prosper.
The department aspires to be a repute centre of learning and research of banking and finance, where traditions of excellence are fostered and students discern their life calling and prosper.