Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Accounting & Finance

  Institution: Taylor’s University

This programme is designed to equip students with an in depth understanding in all areas of accounting and finance, including financial accounting, assurance, taxation, corporate finance and financial management.

The broad foundation and unique combination of skills prepare students for wide-array of careers in accounting and finance positions, including with the ‘Big Four’ accountancy firms, public listed companies and multinational corporations and government agencies.

Graduates will be able to operate independently in a business environment, in addition to providing and analysing reports and financial statements. Students who plan to pursue a long-term career in accounting are advised to obtain a professional qualification after graduation.

Professional Accreditation

• Graduates will be provided with a solid foundation to pursue the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) programme.

Comprehensive Curriculum

• In-depth understanding in business, finance and economics via modules such as Applied Econometrics, International Economic: Theory & Policy, Investment Management, Islamic Finance, Doing Business in Asia and Business Ethics & Values.
• Understanding of the capital market through modules by Securities Industry Development Corporation (SIDC) and Bursa Malaysia Derivatives, such as Futures & Options, and Rules & Regulations of Futures & Options.
• Understanding of financial planning through module by Credit Counseling & Debt Management Agency (an agency under Bank Negara Malaysia), such as the Personal Financial Planning.

Industry-relevant Curriculum

• The Module Adoption Programme (MAP) links theory to practice by inviting industry specialists such as CIMB Group to give lectures, share experiences, case studies and projects to enhance students’ learning.
• Opportunity to embark on a fast-track employment programme (Exec Track Programme) with CIMA and KPMG for selected students.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

• Exposure to latest industry practices and trends via professional development activities such as business simulations, tea talks, dialogues, forum, workshops and scholarly updates.
• Service learning through community based projects, which cultivates students’ civic responsibility and understanding of relationships between theory, practice, values and community.

Dynamic Internship Exposure

• Minimum 10-week internship exposes students to the real working environment and provides relevant skills for future employment.

Dual Award

• Students will receive equal recognition and certification from both Taylor’s University and the University of the West of England (UWE), UK.

Entry Requirements

• Taylor’s Business Foundation (TBF): Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
• Diploma in Business (DIB): Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
• Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM): Min. CCC with CGPA 2.00
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Min. 5Bs. Max. 24 points
• A Level: Min. CDD or equivalent of min. 200 points
• South Australian Matriculation (SAM): Min. ATAR 65
• Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Min. average of 65% in 6 subjects
• International Baccalaureate (IB): Min. 24 points in 6 subjects
• Other Qualifications: Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

English Requirements

• IELTS: Band 6.0
• TOEFL: 79 (Internet Based Test)
• MUET: Band 4
• UEC English: B4

Students who have completed a full year preparatory / foundation study in English may be exempted from meeting the English requirements.

Career Options

• Accountant
• Auditor
• Financial Analyst
• Financial Consultant
• Entrepreneur
• Forensic Accountant
• Investment Analyst
• Market Analyst
• Tax Consultant

Source: Taylor’s University