Bachelor of Banking and Finance

– Knowledge of the fundamental sciences related to financial sciences and the concepts of both partial and total economics.
– Knowledge of the basic concepts of financial statements and financial management.
– Understanding the fundamental concepts in investment and financial risk management.
– Managing cash flows.
– The ability to analyze by evaluating the risks of financial instruments.
– The ability to conduct financial analysis of financial and banking institutions.
– The ability to analyze banking operations in commercial and Islamic banks.
– Familiarity with the basics of financial analysis, financial asset management, and international trade.
– The ability to construct and use computational models to evaluate securities in terms of returns.
– The ability to make financial and investment decisions based on fundamental and technical analysis of the financial market.
– Knowledge of the basic concepts of banking.
– Knowledge of advanced financial management fundamentals.

Jordanian General Secondary Certificate with min 60% average.

Faculty Compulsory Requirements (21 Hours)

301101 – Principles of Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: None
This course introduces contemporary management concepts, principles, theories, and practices within the business sector. Key topics include the nature and importance of management, the evolution of management thought, and core management functions such as planning, decision-making, organizing, directing, and controlling. The course also explores organizational functions including production and operations, purchasing, marketing, human resources, logistics, financial management, research and development, and knowledge management.

302101 – Principles of Microeconomics (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: None
An introduction to economics, focusing on the economic problem and resource allocation. Topics include value theories, supply and demand, market equilibrium, price determination, and elasticity.

302111 – Principles of Statistics (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: None
Covers fundamental concepts in statistics and statistical research methods. Topics include sampling, data collection and classification, descriptive statistics, correlation and regression analysis, time series, index numbers, and an introduction to probability theory.

303101 – Principles of Accounting (1) (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: None
Introduces accounting principles, concepts, and postulates, including the accounting cycle, systems, and equation. Focus is on cash and accrual methods, adjustments, error correction, and preparation of financial statements.

304101 – Introduction to e-Business (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: None
Introduces the fundamentals of e-business, including its evolution, integrated e-supply chain management, virtual communities and e-markets, e-marketing, e-payment systems, e-government services, cybersecurity, and the social, ethical, and cultural impacts on e-business.

304200 – Management Information Systems and Finance (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 304102
Covers the fundamentals of management information systems (MIS) and their applications in organizations. Topics include MIS classification, functions, components, technology infrastructure, e-business, e-commerce, information security, and resource management. Includes practical labs using MS Access to develop MIS applications.

306101 – Principles of Marketing (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: None
Introduces marketing concepts, foundations, functions, and stages. Covers the marketing environment, marketing mix (product, price, promotion, distribution), market segmentation, consumer behavior, marketing information systems, and international marketing.

Department Compulsory Requirements (60 Hours)

301212 – Operations & Production Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302110
Explores production and operations management concepts, strategies, and quantitative methods. Topics include demand forecasting, facility layout, process strategies, capacity planning, supply chain management, process design, quality control, aggregate planning, and scheduling.

302102 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302101
Covers macroeconomic fundamentals including production possibilities, national accounting, GDP, price indices, employment theories, classical and Keynesian models, consumption, saving, investment, equilibrium income, multipliers, inflation, unemployment, and fiscal and monetary policies.

302213 – Financial Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 303101
Covers financial management objectives, functions, and tools. Topics include financial analysis, ratios, liquidity and profitability measures, time value of money, bonds, shares, working capital management, and cash and inventory management.

302215 – Investment Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302213
Covers real and financial investments, risk and return, investment tools, fair valuation, investment decisions and financing, and portfolio formation strategies.

302221 – Money and Banking (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302102
Introduces money, its evolution, functions, monetary systems, international monetary institutions, monetary policy, money markets, and inflation.

302303 – Insurance Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302110
Covers risk management, insurance principles, contracts, general and specialized insurance types, reinsurance, social security, and Islamic insurance.

302321 – International Finance (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302102
Examines international economic relations, trade theories, foreign exchange, balance of payments, foreign trade gains, opportunity costs, and international finance regulations.

302351 – Mathematics for Finance (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302110 + 302213
Covers mathematical concepts for finance including interest calculations, annuities, debt repayment, present and future value, and long-term financial instruments.

302352 – Real Estate Investment and Financing (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302215
Introduces real estate types, regulations, investment strategies, financing principles, funding sources, capital market constraints, valuation, and property management.

302354 – Financial Institutions Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302221
Covers financial institutions, services, credit tools, risk and asset management, liability management, liquidity, evaluation methods, profitability, and working capital management.

302401 – Computer Applications in Finance and Trading Mechanisms (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302351 + 305101
Applies computer tools such as Excel to financial calculations, loan installment computation, present and future value analysis, investment evaluation, and credit risk classification.

302411 – Feasibility Study and Project Evaluation (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302215
Introduces feasibility studies, project preparation, environmental, legal, marketing, technical, and financial considerations, and project planning and follow-up.

302414 – Corporate Finance (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302213
Covers cash flow analysis, dividend policies, financial planning, capital cost and structure, leasing, mergers, and corporate failure risk.

302422 – Financial and Money Markets (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302215
Covers money and capital markets, direct and indirect financing, brokerage, stock and bond valuation, market indices, and technical and fundamental analysis.

302431 – Islamic Banks (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302221
Introduces Islamic banking principles, objectives, sources of funds, investment methods, banking services, and social responsibilities.

302441 – Portfolio Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302422
Covers portfolio construction, risk analysis, diversification, CAPM, investment fund types, ratings, fees, and derivatives.

302452 – Financial Risk Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302215
Examines risk management in financial institutions, interest rate risk, credit risk, and foreign exchange rate risk.

302498 – Graduation Project / Field Training (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 90 Hours
Guides students in applying scientific research methods to practical projects or field training in financial institutions. Includes report preparation summarizing outcomes.

303102 – Principles of Accounting (2) (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 303101
Covers accounting adjustments, cash and receivable management, inventory, short-term investments, liabilities, and preparation of adjusted financial statements.

303205 – Accounting for Financial Institutions (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 303102
Covers accounting practices in banks and insurance companies, including deposits, current accounts, letters of credit and guarantee, bills of collection, and preparation of financial statements.

Department Elective Requirements (6 Hours)

302324 – Public Finance (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302102
Covers private and public finance, expenditure and revenue, budgeting, classification of public expenditures, and public finance in Jordan and other countries.

302353 – Life Insurance (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302303
Covers principles and types of life insurance, policy conditions, premium calculation, health insurance, and Takaful insurance.

302403 – Managerial Economics (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302102
Examines profit, markets, demand and supply, forecasting, cost estimation, market structure, pricing policies, capital budgeting, investment decisions, and marginal analysis for optimal managerial decision-making.

302450 – Bank Operations Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302221
Covers banking operations, financial resources, current accounts, facilities, bills of exchange, electronic banking, foreign banking, guarantees, and international finance.

302455 – Topics in Finance (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302213
Covers financial management, corporate finance, time value of money, agency problem, asymmetric information, perpetuities, and annuities.

302457 – Financial Derivatives (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302452
Introduces financial derivatives, options, forwards, futures, swaps, and pricing strategies.

Department Supportive Compulsory Requirements (9 Hours)

301103 – Introduction to Research Methods (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302111
Introduces scientific research methodology, tools, and approaches. Equips students to prepare reports and conduct research, applying scientific methods to practical problems.

301221 – Commercial Legislation (1) (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 301101
Covers trade laws and regulations, distinguishing commercial and civilian businesses, defining merchant and store concepts, and explaining types and legal status of commercial companies.

302110 – Mathematics for Business (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: None
Covers sets, polynomials, fractions, exponents, linear inequalities, functions, straight-line equations, differentiation, integration, and matrices.

305101 – Introduction to Computer Applications (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 9601099 / P.T
Introduces computer fundamentals, applications, internet usage, and file management. Covers MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and basic web page design.

Department Elective Requirements (Other Faculty) (6 Hours)

301311 – Human Resources Management (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 301101
Covers HR management concepts, workforce design and planning, recruitment, selection, compensation, performance evaluation, training and development, HR sustainability, labor relations, and strategic HR participation in policy and strategy development.

303305 – Financial Statements Analysis (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 303102
Covers methods for analyzing corporate financial statements, profitability, liquidity, solvency, capital structure, risk assessment, leverage analysis, cash flow, earnings quality, and forecasting financial performance.

303310 – Accounting Information Systems (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 303102 + 305101
Covers accounting information system design, database creation, and practical application using accounting software such as QuickBooks.

304411 – Entrepreneurship and Business Plan Development (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 302213
Covers entrepreneurship foundations, strategic management in startups, e-business, idea generation, business ownership, franchising, shareholders, business opportunities, marketing and financial plan development, cash flow management, and global entrepreneurship aspects.

305320 – E-Commerce & e-Payment (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 305201
Covers principles of e-commerce, consumer behavior, types and models of e-commerce, e-payment methods, profit models, and ethics in electronic payments.

306310 – Financial Services Marketing (3:3-0)
Prerequisite: 306101
Covers marketing of financial services, electronic marketing, marketing environment, product characteristics, marketing mix, service quality, life cycle strategy, pricing, distribution, promotion, and the role of personal selling and public relations.