Pioneer Overall, this programme encompasses a comprehensive study of money markets, financial instruments, financial planning, banking and corporate restructuring. Ideal for students who have an inclination towards numbers and an interest in making smart investment and financial trades, the curriculum provides a solid understanding of the workings of the financial markets through a combination of academic rigour and hands-on learning.
Duration of Study
3 Years
Course Mode
Full-time
Course Location
Kuala Lumpur
Intakes
January, May and September
About the program
The minimum duration of study to complete this degree programme is nine (9) semesters. This duration depends on the number of modules undertaken per semester and whether the students pass the modules.
Assessments
The assessment includes a combination of examinations, projects and assignments, and finally a requirement to complete a dissertation in Independent Project in the final year. Students will acquire up-to-date vocational skills that are relevant and competitive. This reflects the complex and challenging nature of the accounting, finance and business realms.
Career Prospect
The course is an excellent platform to prepare students for exciting careers in the corporate sector, financial industry, government agencies and evenpostgraduate studies in finance and investment. Graduates of this programme are able to find career opportunities in the following roles:
- Investment Analyst
- Credit Manager
- Financial Analyst
- Treasurer
- Fund Manager
- Credit Analyst
- Financial Planner
- Investment Broker
- Investment Banker
- Risk Manager
- Financial Trader
Subjects Offered
Year 1
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Statistics and its Application
- Principles of Banking
- Microeconomics
- Introductory Accounting
- Business Communication
- Financial Management 1
- Macroeconomics
- Introduction to Islamic Banking and Finance
- University Life (MPU-U2)
- Business Law – Malaysian Perspective (MPU-U3)/
Other MPU-U3 equivalent courses (MPU-U3) - Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 1
Elective 1 (Choose any ONE)
- Fundamental Management
- Sales Management
Year 2
- Financial Management 2
- International Bank management
- Basic Econometrics
- Corporate Finance
- Islamic Financial Markets and Institutions
- Personal Wealth Management
- Investment Analysis
- Equity Analysis
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 2
Elective 2 (Choose any TWO)
- Treasury Management
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Organisational Behaviour
Year 3
- Financial Research Project A
- Risk management and Insurance
- Business Research Method
- Portfolio Management
- Treasury Management
- Financial Research Project B
- Financial Derivatives
- Multinational Finance
- Merger, Acquisition and Corporate Restructuring
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 3 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 3
Elective 3 (Choose ONE)
- Entrepreneurship
- Fundamental of Marketing
For Malaysian students:
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
For foreign students:
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
Entry Requirement
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
UCSI Foundation Year
Minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00, and pass SPM (or any equivalent qualification) with credit in Mathematics and pass in English.
STPM
Minimum Grade C+ (GP 2.33) in any 2 subjects; and pass SPM (or any equivalent qualification) with credit in Mathematics and pass in English.
A-Level
Minimum 2 D grades
UEC
Minimum 5 credits (B6) including Mathematics and pass in English
National matriculation/ Foundation
Minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00, and pass SPM (or any equivalent qualification) with credit in Mathematics and pass in English.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum score of 26 points in 6 subjects
Canadian Pre-U
Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects
AUSMAT/ HSC/SACE/TEE/WACE
Minimum average of 60% in 5 subjects
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Minimum overall average of 60%
Any qualification equivalent to Diploma in Finance, Banking, Insurance or related field (Level 4, MQF)
Minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00
Other equivalent qualifications
To be reviewed by the faculty on a case-to-case basis
Note (Source: Finance Program Standard):
The credit requirement for Mathematics and pass in English at SPM level for the candidate with STPM or Matriculation/Foundation qualification can be waived should the qualifications contain Mathematics and English subjects with equivalent / higher achievement.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
TOEFL IBT
60
Pearson Test of English
59
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