(Streams: Accounting, Management, and Marketing)

Across industries and regions, the demand for skilled professionals in Accounting, Management, and Marketing continues to grow. These fields form the core pillars of business operations, making the Faculty of Business Administration a vital hub for preparing future leaders and innovators in the business world.

At the University of Hargeisa, the Faculty of Business Administration offers a comprehensive 4-year Bachelor’s Degree Program, designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are essential in today’s dynamic and data-driven business environment.

Accounting Stream

Accounting is often called the language of business, and for good reason. Accountants are responsible for analyzing, compiling, and reporting financial data that guide business decision-making. Students in this stream will gain expertise in financial accounting, auditing, taxation, and financial analysis, alongside data analytics and business technologies.

Graduates are prepared for careers such as:

• Financial Accountant

• Auditor

• Tax Advisor

• Forensic Accountant

• Management Accountant

• CFO (Chief Financial Officer)

Management Stream

The Management stream focuses on developing future leaders who can plan, organize, and lead organizations effectively. Students explore key areas such as organizational behavior, strategic planning, operations management, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

Career pathways include:

• Business Manager

• Operations Manager

• Project Manager

• HR Specialist

• Business Consultant

• Entrepreneur

Marketing Stream

Marketing is essential to business growth and customer engagement. This stream provides in-depth knowledge of consumer behavior, market research, digital marketing, branding, and sales strategy, enabling students to build strong brands and drive market success.

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

• Marketing Manager

• Brand Strategist

• Market Research Analyst

• Sales Executive

• Digital Marketing Specialist

• Advertising and PR Consultant

Why Choose the Faculty of Business Administration?

By enrolling in this faculty, students benefit from:

• A broad-based business foundation with focused expertise in one of three high-demand streams.

• Hands-on learning experiences, including case studies, group projects, and internships.

• Exposure to modern business tools and technologies used in today’s competitive markets.

• Training in critical thinking, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills required for success in any business role.

Whether you aspire to be an accountant, business leader, or marketing expert, the Faculty of Business Administration at the University of Hargeisa will prepare you to make an impact in both the public and private sectors, locally and globally.

(Streams: Economics, Islamic Banking & Finance)

The Faculty of Economics at the University of Hargeisa offers a dynamic and practical 4-year Bachelor’s Degree Program that equips students with the analytical skills and economic insight required to navigate and shape economic systems, both locally and globally. The faculty is structured around two key academic streams:

1. Economics

2. Islamic Banking & Finance

In a country where sustainable development, financial inclusion, and sound economic policies are essential to progress, this faculty plays a critical role in producing graduates capable of contributing to economic planning, financial management, and development programs.

Economics Stream

The Economics stream provides a solid foundation in microeconomics, macroeconomics, public finance, international trade, development economics, and quantitative analysis. Students learn to interpret economic trends, assess policies, and propose evidence-based solutions to social and economic challenges.

Career Opportunities Include:

• Economic Analyst

• Policy Advisor

• Researcher

• Development Economist

• Financial Planner

• Project Evaluator (for NGOs, think tanks, and development agencies)

Islamic Banking & Finance Stream

As the demand for Sharia-compliant financial services continues to grow in the region, this stream prepares students to work in the rapidly expanding field of Islamic finance. The curriculum covers Islamic banking principles, financial contracts, risk management, Islamic commercial law, and finance ethics, equipping students with the knowledge to lead in both Islamic and conventional financial institutions.

Career Opportunities Include:

• Islamic Bank Officer

• Finance and Risk Analyst

• Sharia Compliance Advisor

• Investment Analyst

• Financial Consultant (specializing in ethical finance)

Why Choose the Faculty of Economics?

Students in this faculty benefit from:

• A broad and adaptable curriculum suited for both national development roles and international opportunities.

• Specialization in emerging fields like Islamic finance, providing a competitive edge in local and regional job markets.

• Training in critical thinking, economic modeling, data analysis, and policy formulation.

• Opportunities to engage in research, fieldwork, and internships with development organizations, banks, and policy institutions.

Whether you aim to influence economic policy, lead in financial institutions, or contribute to inclusive development, the Faculty of Economics provides the knowledge, skills, and ethical grounding to make a meaningful impact.

In today’s information-driven world, data is at the heart of innovation, decision-making, and progress across every sector. The Faculty of Statistics and Data Science at the University of Hargeisa offers a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree Program designed to train a new generation of professionals who can collect, analyze, interpret, and communicate data effectively.

As Somaliland continues to develop, the need for evidence-based policy, data-driven business strategies, and impactful research is more critical than ever. This faculty equips students with the quantitative skills, statistical tools, and computational techniques required to solve real-world problems and support informed decision-making.

Program Highlights

The curriculum provides a solid foundation in:

• Statistical theory and methods

• Data analysis and interpretation

• Programming for data science (e.g., Python, STATA, and R)

• Survey design and sampling techniques

• Big data management and analytics

• Machine learning fundamentals

• Research methodology and data visualization

Students are trained to work with large datasets, use statistical software, and apply analytical models across sectors such as public health, business, agriculture, education, policy analysis, and development planning.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program will be equipped for roles such as:

• Data Analyst

• Statistician

• Research and Evaluation Specialist

• Survey Methodologist

• Business Intelligence Analyst

• Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer

• Data Manager (for NGOs, government, and private firms)

Why Choose the Faculty of Statistics and Data Science?

• Hands-on, applied learning using real-world data from local and international contexts

• Practical training in software and programming tools widely used in research and industry

• A strong foundation for postgraduate studies or specialization in data science, public health, finance, or social research

• High demand for data-literate professionals across government agencies, NGOs, tech companies, and development organizations

Whether you envision a future in policy-making, scientific research, business analytics, or development planning, the Faculty of Statistics and Data Science provides you with the skills and mindset to lead with data.