School of Management and Business
Bachelor of Accounting (Honours)
Programme Overview
This programme is designed to prepare students for a professional career in accounting and finance. Students will develop critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills through an industry-relevant curriculum in corporate reporting, financial management, auditing, taxation, performance measurement, regulatory compliance and professional ethics. Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies needed to succeed as accountants and finance professionals in today’s dynamic business environment.
- Globally Recognised & Career‑Ready
Graduate with a head start. Our programme is professionally aligned with the world’s leading accounting certifications: ACCA (9 papers exempted), CPA Australia (6 papers), ICAEW (6 papers), and CIMA (11 papers). These exemptions save you years of study and thousands in exam fees, putting you ahead of the competition from day one.
- Industry‑Relevant Curriculum
Go beyond numbers with cutting‑edge specialisations: Sustainability Reporting, Audit and Risk Management, and Corporate Governance and Compliance. This is not just accounting, it is industry-ready expertise that makes employers notice you.
- Real-World Experience with Big 4 or Top Corporates
Gain six months of hands-on experience with Big 4 accounting firms or leading corporate partners. Apply
your learning in real projects, build invaluable industry connections, and position yourself for career opportunities, sometimes even securing a job offer before graduation.
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Professionally Recognised By:
Progression Pathways
Graduates of the Bachelor of Accounting (Honours) can progress into:
- Master in Accounting – By coursework
- Professional Pathway (ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW and CIMA)
Graduates can also pursue other postgraduate accounting or finance-related programmes at local or international universities, providing flexibility to specialise in their chosen field and progress toward doctoral studies, research, or leadership roles in industry. In addition, graduates may opt for the Professional Pathway by undertaking globally recognised professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA Australia, ICAEW and CIMA. The Professional Pathway complements the academic route by equipping graduates with professional recognition, practical competencies, and global career mobility, offering a faster route to full membership which enhancing their opportunities in public practice, corporate global organisations, and the public sector.
Entry Requirements
| STPM/ A-LEVEL | A pass in STPM or its equivalent, with a minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) in any two (2) subjects AND A credit in SPM level* |
| STAM | Pass with a minimum grade of Jayyid
AND A credit in SPM level* |
| UEC | Pass with a minimum Grade B in 5 subjects including Mathematics and a pass (Grade C) in English or its equivalent |
| MATRICULATION/
FOUNDATION |
Matriculation/Foundation or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, and credits in Mathematics
AND A pass in English at SPM level or its equivalent |
| DIPLOMA | A Diploma in Accounting fields (Level 4, MQF) or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50
AND Candidates with a CGPA below 2.50 but more than 2.00 |
| ADVANCED DIPLOMA | Possess an Advanced Diploma (Level 5, MQF) in accounting or related field with at least a CGPA of 2.50 |
| DIPLOMA KEMAHIRAN MALAYSIA (DKM)
DIPLOMA VOKASIONAL MALAYSIA (DVM) |
DKM/DVM in Accounting fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (subjected to HEP Senate/Academic Board’s approval) OR Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) in Accounting fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (subjected to HEP Senate/Academic Board’s approval) |
| OTHERS | Any other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government. |
Notes:
*AND a Credit at SPM level or its equivalent:
1.Mathematics at SPM level or its equivalent; OR
2.Candidates with a pass in Mathematics at SPM level need to take and pass the enhancement Mathematics subject that equivalent to the SPM level. The enhancement
Mathematics subject must be offered in first semester or before enrolment with unconditional offer.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are recommended to meet the preferred English proficiency test:
| Type of Examination | Minimum Score |
| IELTS | 5.5 |
Alternatively, applicants may meet the requirement through recognised English proficiency tests listed below.
| Type of Examination | Minimum Score |
| CEFR | Low B2 |
| MUET | Band 4 |
| TOEFL (IBT) | 46 |
| TOEFL Essentials (Online) | 8.0 |
| PTE | 51 |
| Linguaskill Online | 160 |
| ELS English | 108 |
Note:
- Applicants who have completed an academic qualification taught in English may be eligible for exemption from the University English and MQA requirements.
- International applicants who do not meet the programme’s English Language Requirements are required to enrol in the MILA English Enhancement Programme to improve their proficiency.
Programme Structure
Year 1
- Accounting Information Systems
- Business Statistics
- Corporate and Business Law
- Digital Technologies in Business
- English for Professional Communication
- Financial Accounting
- Management Accounting 1
- Microeconomics
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Marketing
Year 2
- Business Finance
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Accounting and Reporting 1
- Financial Accounting and Reporting 2
- Macroeconomics
- Management Accounting 2
- Taxation 1
- Taxation 2
Year 3
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Auditing 1
- Auditing 2
- Company Law
- Current Issues in Accounting
- Ethics and Corporate Governance
- Financial Accounting and Reporting 3
- Financial Accounting and Reporting 4
- Research Methods for Business
- Strategic Management
Year 4
- Practical Training (6 months)
Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU)
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A**/ Introduction to Psychology*
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (Non-Malaysian) / Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Malaysian)
- Co-curriculum
- Integrity and Anti-corruption
- Philosophy and Current Issues
Courses and assessments may change due to curriculum updates. For the latest information, please consult our counsellors.
Notes
*For students (including Non-Malaysian) who are not required to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A.
**For Malaysian students who did not achieve credit for Bahasa Melayu in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM).
Assessment
- Continuous assessments and final examination
- Lecture, tutorials and practical training
Future Pathways
Area of Application
- Academia and Research
- Accounting and Finance
- Auditing and Assurance
- Corporate Finance and Treasury
- Management and Business Consulting
- Taxation and Compliance
Career Opportunities
- Academician / Researcher
- Auditor (Internal / External)
- Business Consultant
- Chartered Accountant
- Corporate Treasurer
- Financial Analyst
- Management Accountant
- Tax Consultant
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