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BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance with a specialism in Forex and Investments
About
In this course, students will be equipped with specialised knowledge and understanding of the money market and the identification of investment alternatives that are available. Furthermore, students will have the development of intellectual capability, research skills and creative thinking to examine and analyse the impact of the constantly changing environment on the organization and to respond appropriately.
This program is designed to provide students with:
- Essential skills, core competencies, and knowledge to excel in today’s fast-paced business environment.
- Maximum exemptions from professional accounting bodies.
- Proficiency in preparing and analyzing financial reports, as well as the ability to lead and guide organizations effectively.
- Integration of emerging technologies in accounting and finance, along with soft skills development, starting from Year 1.
Key facts
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | March, July, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | RM 99,800 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | RM 104,600 |
Subjects
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Accounting
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Accounting & Finance
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Finance
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | RM 99,800 | RM 104,600 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | RM 99,800 | RM 104,600 |
| Estimated cost per year | RM 33,267 | RM 34,867 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
| Enrollment Fees | RM 800 |
Foreign students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
|
Application & Student Visa Fees
STAGE 1 (Payable upon acceptance of offer) RM 2,650 (approx. USD 620)* is payable when you have accepted the offer. This fee includes Visa Processing Fees by Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) and APU/APIIT Application & Processing Fees. This also entitles you to airport assistance and transfer to the University/accommodation upon first arrival in Malaysia. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the offer has been accepted. STAGE 2 (Payable upon Student Pass Visa Approval) RM 1,500 (approx. USD 350)* is payable once your Student Pass is approved. This fee includes the post-arrival processing fee, EMGS medical check-up in Malaysia, Medical Insurance for a year, i-Kad (International Student Card issued by Immigration Malaysia) charged to ALL International students in Malaysia, Electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVal), and the Student Pass Fees for one-year. The i-Kad issued by Immigration Malaysia will enable students to avoid having to carry their passports around for identification purposes and will be tied to their Student Pass Validity and will be re-issued at visa renewal. Please note that this Fee is non-refundable once the Student Pass Visa Approval Letter (VAL) has been issued by EMGS. |
RM 4,150 |
|
International Student Registration & Administrative Fees
A fee of RM 5,000 is payable as registration & administrative fee for International Students. The Fees includes Student ID Card Fee for the duration of the course. |
RM 5,000 |
|
Library Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of library facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
|
Engineering Laboratory Deposit
(refundable)
Payable for the use of the Engineering laboratory facilities and is refundable on completion of studies. |
RM 500 |
| Personal Bond (refundable) | RM 1,000 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
General Requirements
| DIRECT ENTRY TO LEVEL 1 OF THE DEGREE: | |
| STPM |
• 2 Passes in STPM with a minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) and a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent. |
| A-LEVEL |
• 2 Passes (Grade A-D) in A-Level in any 2 subjects, and a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/ IGCSE or its equivalent. |
| UEC |
• 5 Grade B’s in UEC including Mathematics. |
| MATRICULATION/ FOUNDATION |
• Passed Foundation programme (minimum CGPA of 2.5) with a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE or equivalent. |
| ENTRY TO LEVEL 2 OF THE ACCOUNTING, BANKING OR FINANCE DEGREE: | |
| DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING | • Passed Diploma with minimum CGPA of 2.5 and a Credit in Mathematics at SPM/O-Level/IGCSE level. Note: Candidates who have obtained a Pass in Mathematics, but do not have a Credit Pass in Mathematics at SPM/IGCSE or equivalent, need to take a Pre-Requisite Mathematics module before enrolment. |
Note: The above entry requirements may differ for specific programmes based on the latest programme standards published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). The qualification and entry requirements for the programmes will be determined based on the "Comparison List of Equivalency of International Qualifications with SPM (O-Levels equivalent) and STPM (A-Levels equivalent)" published by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
English Requirements
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS |
• IELTS : 5.0 |
Curriculum
Year 1 Common Modules
- Quantitative Skills
- Introduction to Management
- Business and Communication Skills
- Financial Accounting 1
- Business Economics
- Accounting Information System
- Financial Accounting 2
- SAP ERP System in Accounting
- Business Law
- Marketing
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
Year 2 Common Modules
- Advanced Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Taxation
- Management Accounting
- Auditing and Assurance
- Emerging Technologies for Accounting and Finance
- Financial Management
- Corporate Governance and Risk Management
- Advanced Corporate Reporting
- Data Analytics in Accounting and Finance
- Company Law
- Performance Management
Specialised Modules:
- Forensic Accounting
Internship (16 weeks)
At APU, students are encouraged to be entrepreneurial and innovative. After the completion of Level 2, students will undertake a short internship/industrial training of a minimum of 16 weeks. This will provide students opportunities to engage with real-world business problems both in programmes and professional workplaces.
Year 3 Common Modules
- Advanced Auditing
- Research Methodology in Accounting and Finance
- Corporate Finance
- Advanced Taxation
- Strategy, Sustainability & Leadership
- Advanced Performance Management
- Reflective Practice in Accounting & Finance
- Seminar in Accounting & Finance
- Specialised Accounting
- Accounting & Finance Research
Specialised Modules:
- Foreign Exchange Trading in Practice
- Portfolio Management
- Trading: Money and Capital Markets
MQA Compulsory Subjects
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (M’sian Students)
- Malay Communication Language (Int’l Students)
- Philosophy and Current Issues
- Workplace Professional Skills
- Integrity and Anti-corruption
- Co-Curriculum
(Note: All students are required to successfully complete these modules as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualification Agency.)