Overview
This programme combines commerce with specialisations in accounting and finance which will allow graduates to pursue careers that require these complementary disciplines. Students will study accounting, business law, auditing and financial management as well as key business fundamentals that prepare them well to succeed in the global marketplace. Internship opportunities at the end of each academic year will also provide valuable exposure to real-world practices.
Academic Requirements
​UCSI Foundation Year
CGPA 2.0 and pass in Mathematics at SPM Level
STPM
Pass with C+ (CGPA 2.00) in any two subjects and a credit in Mathematics at SPM level
​A-Level
Minimum 2 principals (D)
​UEC
5 credits (B6) including pass in Mathematics and a pass in English
​National Matriculation
CGPA 2.0 inclusive of pass in Mathematics at SPM
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum score of 26/42 points in 6 subjects
AUSMAT/ HSC/SACE/TEE/WACE
ATAR score 60% or Minimum 60% average in 5 subjects
High School Certificate
Minimum average of 60%
High / Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) / Canadian Grade 12 – according to provinces in Canada
Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects
Canadian Pre-University (CPU)
Canadian International Matriculation (CIMP)
Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects
Singapore Cambridge general Cert of Education Advanced level, Singapore
Pra U2, Singapore
UCSI Foundation programmes
Matriculation from local universities
Recognised Foundation from any IPTA & IPTS
Recognised Diplomas from any IPTA & IPTS in the related field
Minimum CGPA 2.0
Diploma (business-related)
Minimum CGPA of 2.0
Other equivalent qualifications
To be reviewed by the faculty on a case-to-case basis
English Language Requirements
- Minimum B+ in the English Language subject at SPM or Minimum A2 in UEC level or Minimum C in SPM English Language 1119/ O Level English/ IGCSE or MUET Band 3. If English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
For international student:
- IELTS minimum Band 5.5
- TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum 46
- Cambridge English Qualification and Test minimum score of 160
- Pearson Test of English minimum score 51
- MUET minimum Band 3
- Introductory Accounting
- Statistics and Its Applications
- Microeconomics
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- Financial Market and Institutions
- Fundamentals of Management
- Business Communication
- Introduction to Management Accounting
- Financial Management
- Business Law
- Company Law
- Financial Reporting Standards
- Business Research Methods
- Audit and Assurance
- Corporate Accounts
- Macroeconomics
- Financial Management 2
Electives (Choose Two)
- Entrepreneurship
- International Economics
- Management Science
- Strategic Information System Management
- Intermediate Management Accounting
- Business Ethics in Ethical Decision Making
- Co-Operative Placement 1
- Financial Research Project A
- Advance Corporate Accounts
- Personal Wealth Management
- Advanced Audit and Assurance
- Financial Research Project B
- Corporate Finance
- Multinational Finance
- Accounting Information Systems
- Malaysian Taxation
- Malaysian Corporate Taxation
- Co-Operative Placement 2
Electives (Choose Two)
- Strategic Management
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Issues in Business
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban) - Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)
- Management consultant
- Financial planner
- Accountant
- Financial analyst
- Financial services planner
- Stockbroker
The Chartered Institute of Public Finance & Accountancy
Exempted from 6 papers out of 12 papers
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Exempted from 9 papers out of 13 papers
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Exempted from 8 papers out of 16 papers
Students from this programme can do 1.5 + 2(1.5) IDP with University of Queensland, Australia and graduate with a bachelor’s degree shown on the website of University of Queensland.
