Bachelor in Development Finance | KU

Objectives

The objectives of Bachelor in Development Finance (BDFin) program for the students are as follows :
  • To prepare them for higher level studies such as for Masters level program in the area of Development Finance, Business Management, Economics, Accounting, Development Studies or other field related to the development and finance.
  • To prepare the successful BDF graduates to work independently as researchers and business tycoons in various national and international organizations.
  • To provide them with a superior and extensive knowledge, skills and abilities about the character of Financial Institutions, Project Management and Entrepreneurship Development as well.
  • To prepare creative, passionate and well-qualified human resources to run financial sectors of the country and be the part of financial, insurance, banking and co-operative sectors of the nation.
  • To help them to increase their intellectual capacities and analytical abilities, decision making capability, leadership style to carry out, analyze and execute plans and policies for the overall development of local and global Economy, Finance and Management sector.

Admission Requirements

Eligibility for Admission:

  • Candidates must have to complete their 10+2 (Higher Secondary Education Board), or equivalent level certificate in either Science, Management, Humanities or any other faculty from the college or universities recognized by the Kathmandu University. The interested aspirants must have to obtain second division or minimum of 45% in aggregate in10+2 (Higher Secondary Education Board). In the side of Advance Level (A-LEVEL), the interested aspirants must obtain at least grade D in three subjects.
  • The applicant must have to pass an entrance examination conducted by the affiliated college or university. There will be an oral test and written examination. The written test will be of numerous subjects like Mathematics, English and General Knowledge.
  • Candidates will be selected from the merit list which is prepared on the basis of the score obtained by the candidates in 10+2 (HSEB) level or equivalent level as well as the marks obtained in the entrance exam both written examination and interview is counted.
  • Non-Nepali (International) candidates can also apply for the admission.

Total Seat Available for the candidates:

  • For Nepali : 36 seats are available
  • For Non-Nepali (International) : 4 seats are available

NOTE:

Scholarship Available: National College offers partial scholarship to encourage the meritorious students each year. Full scholarship will be offered to one scholar nominated by Kathmandu University (KU). National College also provides decent Scholarship to the undergraduates who secure the highest marks in each semester.

Admission Procedure:

If you meet the eligibility criteria, along with the completed Application form, the following documents are needed. Application forms can be collected from the National College.

  • Copy of a School Leaving Certificate (SLC) or equivalent mark sheet
  • Copy of a Character Certificate
  • Copy of a 10+2 (HSEB) or equivalent transcript
  • Copy of a Migration Certificate (Original during the admission)
  • Copy of a Citizenship Certificate or valid Passport (For Non-Nepali)

Fee Structure

The average fee for a program in Bachelor in Development Finance typically ranges from NPR 400,000 – NPR 600,000, though the exact cost may vary depending on the colleges.

Career and Scope

The scope of Bachelor in Development Finance (BDFin) program are as follows:
  • Financial Sectors (Bank, Finance and Insurances)
  • Micro-finance and Co-operatives
  • Enterprises Development Institutions
  • Research Institutions
  • Marketing Company/ Marketing Institutions