Bachelor of Accounting

  Institution: Private: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

The Bachelor of Accounting program prepares the students to face the everchanging real world, technological advancements and globalisation. The program is:

• recognised as a professional program by the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA).
• structured based on the Reassessment Report on Accounting Programs at Public Universities of Malaysia approved by MIA and Ministry of Higher Education.
• benchmarked against international standards set by the International Federation of Accountants.
• recognised by the following professional accounting bodies:
  • The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA)
  • Chartered Tax Institute of Malaysia (CTIM)
  • Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administration (MAICSA)
  • The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)

Program Mission

To produce graduates who are ethical, knowledgeable in social, economic and business settings which are dynamic and global, proficient in accounting in line with the profession’s demand, competent and creative.

Program Learning Outcomes

This program is structured to produce graduates who should be able to:

• identify, classify, record, summarise and report the socioeconomic environment that influences organisations
• prepare financial statements in accordance with approved accounting standards for organisations and simple-structured entities
• provide financial and nonfinancial information in helping the management to make business and organisational decisions including setting up businesses
• interpret and evaluate both financial and nonfinancial information for decision making
• utilise and evaluate technology and information systems in achieving organisation’s objectives
• prepare tax returns and provide consultations in tax-related matters to individuals and typical business entities
• perform audits for noncomplex entities by utilising suitable technology
• think critically in applying knowledge and proposing solutions with regards to accounting issues
• integrate business and other management applications according to the core accounting competencies
• work collaboratively in a management team
• communicate effectively with various stakeholders, may it be orally or in writing
• exhibit behaviour consistent with professional etiquette and social responsibility
• display commitment in lifelong learning and professional development
• exhibit leadership and entrepreneurial skills.

Employment Opportunities

By possessing the knowledge and skills gained from this program, graduates will be able to fulfill the job market’s needs and requirements, may it be in the private or public sector. Among the career opportunities are:

• Accountant/ certified auditor
• Manager
• Educator
• Consultant
• Entrepreneur

Program Structure

To graduate, students must at least pass 161 units of the following stipulated courses: