Introducing students to the study of financial markets and their institutions. It delves into the workings of financial markets, the management and strategies of corporate financing, portfolio analysis and risk management.
- A comprehensive learning experience with a mix of face-to-face and online learning.
- Exposure to real industry projects and practical learning experience.
- Opportunities for students to experience a semester abroad through our Semester Abroad Programme (SAP).
- Access to international guest professors and faculty for first-rate instruction & education.
Programme Structure
Programme can be completed in 3 Years.
Year 1
- Economics for Business
- English for Business Studies 1
- English for Business Studies 2
- Essential Skills for Accounting and Finance Students
- Ethics, Governance and Law
- Principles of Finance
- Quantitative Methods for Business
- The Accounting and Finance Professional
- The Global Business Environment
Year 2
- Analysing Financial Statements
- Business Finance
- Business Life Cycle
- Econometrics
- Exploring Business Ethics
- Financial Markets and Instruments
- Macro Foundations for Finance
- Professional Development
Year 3
- Advanced Financial Decisions
- Analysis of Current Issues in Finance
- Behavioural Finance
- Corporate Financial Strategy
- E-Portfolio and Employer Relations
- Financial Aspects of International Business
- Money, Banking and Finance
Electives
Choose from the following
- Advanced Financial Decisions
- Islamic Banking and Finance
- Issues in Global Economy
MPU Subjects
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (Local students) / Malay Communication 2 (International students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A* / Design Thinking
- Corporate Social Responsibility and Community Engagement
- Integrity and Anti-Corruption
For Malaysian students who do not have a credit in SPM BM.
For the offering of electives, please consult the Head of Programme
Entry Requirements
Requirements depend on your entry level. Expand for more details.
| Entry Level | Entry Requirements Required by Partner University / School |
|---|---|
| STPM | A minimum of two passes at minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) and SPM grade C in Mathematics |
| A Level | A minimum of 2 full passes totalling 80 UCAS points and grade C in either SPM or O Level Mathematics |
| Foundation | Successful completion of a relevant Foundation / Pre-U programme to include Mathematics with CGPA 2.50, a credit in Mathematics and a credit in English at SPM / equivalent |
| UEC | 5Bs including at least a pass in Mathematics and a credit in English |
| SACE International | Pass 5 subjects with ATAR 70%, a pass in English and Mathematics and no subject below 50% |
| NSW (HSC) | Minimum 10 units with UAI (ATAR) 70%, a pass in English and Mathematics and no subject below 50% |
| International Baccaulareate (IB) | Minimum 24 points with at least 4 points for SL English and 4 pts for SL Mathematics |
| CPU | Minimum 6 Year 12 passes with an average of 65% and pass in English and Mathematics at Grade 12 |
| Diploma | Successful completion of a relevant Diploma programme to include Mathematics with CGPA 2.50*, a credit in Mathematics and a credit in English at SPM / equivalent |
| Others | Equivalent qualifications to be assessed by the Head of Programme in liaison with the Hertfordshire Business School Admissions Tutor |
| Entry Level | English Requirements Required by Partner University / School |
|---|---|
| IELTS | Score of 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band) |
| TOEFL | 72 with band scores of reading 18, writing 17, listening 17, speaking 20 |
| Cambridge English First | (also known as First Certificate in English) 169 overall with a minimum of 162 in each component |
| PTE | 59 with no less than 42 in any band |
| MUET | 4.0 |
| SPM | Grade C |
| An equivalent qualification in English Language |
**(1) Credit transfer are given based on module to module mapping according to standards / guidelines provided by MOHE / MQA and in consultation with the Admission Tutor in University of Hertfordshire.
(2) Have to recognised English language proficiency result.
Note:Â International students are subject to meet entry requirements that reflect similar qualifications and experience as stated above.
To find country-specific entry requirements visit our international entry requirement page
Career Opportunities
Explore your career possibilities.
You can launch your career in one of these fields:
- Budget Advisors
- Credit Analysts
- Investment Planners
- Risk Advisors
- Personal Financial Analysts
- Bankers
- Financial Planners
Additional information
This syllabus has been designed to meet the requirements of professional bodies while giving students the competitive edge.
This syllabus has been designed to meet the requirements of professional bodies while giving students the competitive edge.
Students who pursue this programme will get a firm foundation for a career in the general field of finance. It is particularly appropriate for those who wish to work with financial institutions like banks, stockbroking firms, investment houses or any other large MNCs that have their own financial department. This programme also provides a strong foundation for students who wish to continue their studies at the Master or professional level, like the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) programme.
