FACULTY OF SOCIAL & MANAGEMENT SCIENCES


The Faculty of Social and Management Sciences (FS&MS) currently hosts two major departments running eight programmes.  The faculty comprises of diverse community of students, faculty members, and staff who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of the students and the Society in general. It is headed by an acting dean, Dr Justina Adaku Okoror, a seasoned professional in accounting, taxation and management.

As we continue to evolve and grow, we remain steadfast in our dedication to excellence, innovation, the pursuit of knowledge and community engagement.

We look forward to having you join us on this exciting journey of discovery and learning and to a future filled with continued achievements, impactful research, and the success of our students and faculty members.

Mission Statement

To advance knowledge and develop principled, innovative and insightful leaders who create positive change in an increasingly competitive entrepreneurial world.

Vision Statement

The Faculty of Social and Management Sciences seeks to train, equip and produce excellent students that will be socially engaged and solutions-oriented, thus building a world of transformational leaders and organizations who change the society for the better.

Objectives

The objectives of the Faculty of Social and Management Sciences, Prime University are to:

  1. Provide High-Quality education that equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the fields of Accounting, Business Administration, Finance and investment, Actuarial Science, Taxation Criminology and security Studies, Economics and Development Studies, Mass communication and Political Science and International Relations.
  2. Foster Research and Innovation in management sciences, by developing innovative solutions to contemporary challenges.
  3. Develop Ethical and Effective Leadership in students with a view to preparing them to become leaders in both the private and public sectors by emphasizing ethics, integrity, and social responsibility, preparing.
  4. Enhance Practical and Entrepreneurial Training in the curriculum, enabling students to initiate and manage successful business ventures.
  5. Strengthen Industry Collaboration to provide students with internship opportunities, industry insights, and career placements.
  6. Encourage Life-long learning, Professional Development, and Executive Education for alumni and professionals, fostering continuous learning and career advancement.

Undergraduate Programmes

The faculty currently runs eight programmes with one additional programme (B.Sc. Political Science and International Relations) starting in September 2025. The programmes are:

  1. B.Sc. Accounting
  2. B.Sc. Finance and Investment
  3. B.Sc. Taxation
  4. B.Sc. Business Administration
  5. B.Sc. Actuarial Science
  6. B.Sc. Economics and Development Studies
  7. B.Sc. Criminology and Security Studies
  8. B.Sc. Political Science and International Relations
  9. B.Sc. Mass Communication

KEY INFORMATION

Programme Duration

  • UTME: Full-Time 4 Years
  • DE: Full-Time, 3 Years

To qualify for an honour’s degree, a student shall complete his/her degree requirements within the minimum period prescribed, or a period not exceeding two additional years beyond the prescribed minimum duration.

Admission/Entry Requirements

  • Prospective candidates are required to have a minimum of Five (5) relevant passes at Credit level in the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), National Examinations Council (NECO) or equivalent, including a pass at credit level in English and Mathematics.
  • Prospective candidates must have sat for the UTME Examinations (for UTME candidate) and have scored an approved cut-off marks or higher in the relevant subjects as advertised in the University’s application portal and UTME Brochure.
  • Direct entry candidates must obtain Diploma from any approved tertiary institution from Nigeria or abroad. Candidates with high grade passes in relevant subject combinations in Joint University Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB)  and IJMB ‘A Level’ are also considered for direct entry admission. Candidates through this route are admitted in 200 Level. Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) from recognised institutions may also be considered for admission on individual merit.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate, students must register for courses as specified in handbook and accumulate a minimum of 144- credit units/hours in total.

Additionally, student must have completed a specified number of credit units, including all core and elective courses, and a final year project. Students are required to have passed the following minimum  credit units  at each level of the programme:

  • Year One:      36 Units
  • Year Two:     38  Units
  • Year Three:   36 Units
  • Year Four:    34 Units

Faculty Contact Info

FACULTY OF SOCIAL & MANAGEMENT SCIENCES


Main Campus:
Old Site of Capital Science Academy,
Dafara Village,
Kuje Area Council, FCT Abuja.

 

Mon – Fri 8:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

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