LASU–ICSAN Admission 2026/2027. Lagos State University (LASU), through LASU Consult Limited and in partnership with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN), has opened applications for its 2026/2027 ICSAN Professional Qualification programme.
The programme is open to graduates from related and non-related academic backgrounds. It provides professional training in corporate administration, governance, financial management and company secretarial practice.
The fees depend on the applicant’s academic background and applicable exemptions. The total cost is ₦319,000 for candidates with related degrees and ₦384,000 for candidates with non-related degrees, based on the published fee schedule.
Who Can Apply for the LASU–ICSAN Programme?
The programme accepts graduates from both related and non-related disciplines.
Applicants with qualifications in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance and Law may qualify for exemptions from some stages of the ICSAN professional examinations.
Holders of certain professional qualifications are also eligible for Foundation-level exemptions.
ICSAN Exemptions for Related Degree Holders
Graduates with any of the following qualifications may receive exemptions from all Foundation subjects:
- B.Sc. or HND in Accounting
- B.Sc. or HND in Business Administration
- B.Sc. or HND in Finance
- LL.B degree
- ICSAN CPA qualification
The same Foundation exemption applies to holders of these professional qualifications:
- Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA)
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN)
Under the LASU–ICSAN arrangement, qualifying related-degree holders receive exemptions through the Foundation, Pre-Professional and Professional Part I stages. They are expected to complete the remaining subjects at Professional Part II.
Requirements for Non-Related Degree Holders
Graduates with degrees in disciplines unrelated to the listed fields must complete the applicable Professional Part I and Part II subjects.
The Professional Part I subjects specifically identified for this route include:
- Corporate Law
- Financial Accounting
The exact exemptions and examination requirements will depend on the applicant’s previous qualifications and individual assessment.
LASU–ICSAN Programme Fees for 2026/2027
The published fee schedule differs according to whether an applicant holds a related or non-related degree.
| Fee category | Related degree | Non-related degree |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | ₦31,000 | ₦31,000 |
| Exemption | ₦28,000 | ₦28,000 |
| Examination | ₦120,000 (4 subjects) | ₦150,000 (5 subjects) |
| Lectures | ₦140,000 (4 subjects) | ₦175,000 (5 subjects) |
| Total | ₦319,000 | ₦384,000 |
The examination fee for the related-degree route is subject to change.
Applicants should confirm their individual fee assessment with LASU Consult before making payment.
LASU–ICSAN Programme Structure and Subjects
Under the linkage arrangement, students with related degrees undertake two ICSAN qualifying subjects assessed by LASU at 400 or 500 Level:
- Corporate Administration and Risk Management
- Financial Management and Strategy
Students with non-related degrees undertake three subjects assessed by LASU at 400 or 500 Level:
- Corporate Law
- Corporate Administration and Risk Management
- Financial Management and Strategy
After graduation, candidates who have completed the LASU-assessed qualifying subjects are expected to sit the remaining core subjects under ICSAN’s supervision.
These subjects are:
- Corporate Secretaryship and Board Dynamics (CSBD)
- Governance: Public, Private and Not-for-Profit (GPPN)
ICSAN conducts its professional examinations twice a year, in June and December.
How to Apply for LASU–ICSAN Admission 2026/2027
Interested candidates should apply through the official Lagos State University website.
Follow these steps:
- Visit the LASU official website.
- Open the Student tab.
- Under New Applicants, select Sandwich/Diploma.
- Follow the instructions on the Sandwich/Diploma Programme Application Portal.
- Complete the required application steps and submit your details.
The advertised application deadline is six weeks from the date of publication of the admission advertisement. Candidates should confirm the exact closing date with LASU Consult before submitting their applications.
LASU–ICSAN Admission Payment Warning
Applicants should make payments only to the official LASU Consult Limited account designated by the programme administrators.
Do not transfer money to individuals, agents or unauthorised accounts claiming to facilitate admission into the programme.
LASU–ICSAN Admission Enquiries
For further information about the programme, exemptions, fees and application process, contact:
Temitope: 09064739084
Yinka: 08065897280
