
Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting

Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting
The Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting (BSMA) program provides general accounting education to students wanting to pursue a professional career in Management Accounting.
The program complies with the latest competency framework for professional accountants issued by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) through the International Education Standards (IES). Thus, completion of the program qualifies the graduate to take assessments leading to certifications in management accounting given by global professional Accountancy organizations. As a field of study, management accounting is a profession that involves partnering in management decision-making, devising planning and performance management systems, and providing expertise in financial reporting and control to assist management in the formulation and implementation of an organization’s strategy. The Lasallian BSMA program provides a foundation of professional knowledge, professional skills, and professional values, ethics and attitudes while upholding the Lasallian values of faith, zeal for service and communion in mission. These capabilities should enable the future professional management accountants to identify problems, know where to find knowledge, assist management in making critical decisions, proactively support the organization in safeguarding its integrity, help lead organizations towards sustainability, and know how to apply all of these in an ethical manner.

Program Goals
The program, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING (BSM), equips students with the necessary skills and competencies necessary to become professional management accountants.
Resolve business issues and problems, with a global and strategic perspective using their knowledge and technical proficiency in the areas of financial accounting and reporting; finance and valuations; cost and management accounting and control; taxation; information and communications technology; business law and regulations; economics; and business strategy, management and performance evaluation.
Conduct management accounting research through independent studies of relevant literature and appropriate use of accounting and finance theories and methodologies.
Employ technology as a business tool in capturing financial and non-financial information, generating reports as basis in making decisions.
Program Curriculum
Mga Babasahin Hinggil sa Kasaysayan ng Pilipinas
Math in the Modern World
Environmental Science
Our Christian Faith and Lasallian Identity
National Service Training Program 1
Physical Fitness and Self‑Testing Activities
Student Engagement Program
Essentials in Marketing
Business Math
Understanding the Self
Purposive Communication
Kursong Rizal
Diskurso sa Filipino
Christian Discipleship in the Modern World
Community Service by Focus Programs (HELPS)
Individual Sports / Dance
Accounting Concepts, Theories and Principles
Management Concepts, Theories and Principles
Professional Salesmanship and Presentation Skills Training
Art Appreciation
Ethics
Christian Commitment in Contemporary Society
Swimming
Basic Microeconomics
Business Law
Taxation
Operations Management (TQM)
Marketing Management
Science, Technology and Society
The Catholic Social Teaching and Our Social Responsibility
Team Sports
Classic Literatures of the World
Good Governance and CSR
Human Resources Management
Integrated Marketing Communication
Fundamentals of Analytics
Consumer Behavior with Market Insighting (ELEC)
Product Management
Distribution Management
Pricing Strategy
Sales Management with SAP
Introduction to Descriptive Analytics
Fundamentals of Enterprise Data Management
Marketing Research (Thesis 1)
The Contemporary World
Brand Management
Retail Management
Introduction to Predictive Analytics
International Business and Trade
Introduction to Prescriptive Analytics
Marketing Research (Thesis 2)
RMP Review Program
Strategic Marketing Management
Elective – Integrated Digital Marketing
Elective – Green Marketing
Elective – MS Power BI
Analytics Synergy
English in the Workplace
Internship
Accountancy graduates (whether BSA & Management Accounting) are highly eligible for global certifications like U.S. CPA, CMA (U.S., Australia, UK, etc..), ACCA, CFA, CFRM, CFM, etc...
Career Pathway
Entry-Level to Executive Roles:
Accounting Staff
Inventory Analyst
Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist
Payroll Accountant
Cost Accountant
Budget Analyst
Pricing Analyst
Financial Analyst
Business/Data Analyst
Finance Manager
Treasury Officer / Bursar
General Accountant
Management Accountant / Comptroller
Chief Accountant
Risk and Internal Audit Officer
Chief Compliance Officer
Chief Informations Officer (CIO)
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) (long-term goal)
Credit Analyst
Risk Analyst
Investment Analyst
Portfolio Analyst
Treasury Officer
Financial Controller
Corporate Finance Officer
Insurance Broker
GL Accountant
Financial Reporting Analyst
FP&A Analyst
Revenue Analyst
Cost Control Specialist
Process Improvement Specialist
Off-shore Accountants
Budget Officer
Financial Analyst
National & Local Government Units Accountant
Internal Auditor
DBM Officer
Business Consultant
Strategy Analyst
Financial Consultant
Performance Improvement Analyst
ERP Consultant (SAP/Oracle Finance)
Business Owner
Financial Consultant
SME Financial Advisor
Bookkeeping Services
Startup Finance Officer
Certification Eligibility
Certified Management Accountant
Other global accounting & finance certifications
Career Options
Chief corporate accountant
Finance executive
Corporate treasurer
Financial & data analyst
Cost accountant
Financial planning & analysis manager
Internal auditor
Risk & sustainability officer
Business/Tax/ESG Advisor
Faculty Profile
Your future starts here.
Contact Information
College of Business of Administration and Accountancy
Room 101, Gregoria De Jesus Hall, De La Salle University – Dasmariñas, Brgy. Fatima 1, Dasmariñas City, Cavite, Philippines, 4115 | |
![]() | cbasecretary@dlsud.edu.ph |
Cavite Line: +63 (46) 481.1900 Manila Line: +63 (2) 8779.5180 | |
| Local Number: 3023 | |
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