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UM’s Bachelor of Accounting programme is recognized both nationally and internationally. The programme is recognised under Schedule 1 Accountants Act 1967. Graduates of this programme are eligible to register as members of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), subject to three years practical accounting experience, as stipulated in Part IV of the Accountants Act 1967.
In addition, the programme is also recognised by other international professional accounting bodies. BAcc graduates from UM may get maximum exemptions from the following bodies:
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MICPA The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants |
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CIMA The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants |
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ACCA The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK) |  |
CPA (Australia) Certified Practising Accountants Australia |
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ICAEW Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales |
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CFA Chartered Financial Analyst Institute |
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Malaysian Institute of Accountants https://www.at-mia.my/ |
Aim of the Programme
To equip graduates with a practical and conceptual understanding of accounting methods and techniques, skills, leadership, ethical values and an appreciation of interdisciplinary links to accounting. The curriculum has been developed with the aim of preparing students for employment advancement in the fields of private or governmental accounting.
Learning Outcomes of the Programme
At the end of the accounting programme, graduates are able to:
• Acquire knowledge in related accounting disciplines
• Apply concepts, principles and techniques in related accounting disciplines
• Demonstrate awareness of social responsibility
• Demonstrate awareness of business ethics in a manner consistent with the accounting profession
• Show ability to communicate, lead and work in a team
• Solve accounting problems using a scientific approach
• Become life-long self-directed learners
• Apply managerial and entrepreneurial skills
Professional Recognition
UM’s Bachelor of Accounting programme is recognized both nationally and internationally. The programme is recognised under Schedule 1 Accountants Act 1967. Graduates of this programme are eligible to register as members of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), subject to three years practical accounting experience, as stipulated in Part IV of the Accountants Act 1967.
In addition, the programme is also recognised by other international professional accounting bodies. BAcc graduates from UM may get maximum exemptions from the following bodies:
• MICPA The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• ACCA The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK)
• CIMA The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
• CPA (Australia) Certified Practising Accountants Australia
• ICAEW Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
• CFA Chartered Financial Analyst Institute
UM is the first university in Malaysia to be accepted into the Internal Auditing Education Partnership (IAEP) programme by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Inc. USA. This programme was developed by IIA for the purpose of promoting and assisting educators who offer an internal audit education programme. The IAEP programme prepares students with the skills and knowledge to help them conduct basic internal audits immediately upon hire and also provides them with a foundation to begin preparing for the CIA® examination. Other benefits offered include free books, research collaboration and assistance and student internships at member organizations.
UM and CPA (Australia) have entered into an agreement to allow fourth year students to take selected segments of the CPA programme. They will also be exempted from eight foundation courses. This will allow the students to get a head start in their professional accounting career.
UM in collaboration with ACCA and Sunway TES offers the ACCA qualification via the Structured Internship Programme. Eligible students who are selected are exempted from nine ACCA papers and are allowed to sit for the remaining five papers in the third and final year of their programme. These students will be professionally qualified accountants upon completion of their degree.
UM in collaboration with ICAEW and Sunway TES also offers the ICAEW qualification via the Structural Internship Programme. Capable students who are selected are exempted from eight ICAEW papers and are allowed to sit for some of the remaining papers in the third and final year of their programme.
Alternatively, students who wish to pursue a CPA (Malaysia) qualification can apply for the MICPA Students Sponsorship Programme (SSP) during their final year of study.
FBA is the only CFA Programme Partner in Malaysia. The CFA has been running the prestigious CFA programme for 50 years and the CFA Programme is deemed to be the gold standard for qualifications in investment and finance. As a CFA Programme Partner, CPA International recognises three of the programmes under the CFA Programme Partner Scheme; BBA (core in Finance and Banking), BAcc and MBA (core in Finance).
• Public Accountant
• Commercial Accountant
• Management Accountant
• Information Consultant
• Internal Auditor
• External Auditor
• Tax Consultant
• Chief Financial Officer
| Types of Courses | Credits |
| University Courses | 13 |
| Core Courses | 88 |
| Elective Courses | 20 |
| Industrial Training | 12 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 133 |
Note: The programme structure is subject to change
DURATION OF STUDY
8- 12 Semesters
Minimum: 4 years
Maximum: 6 years
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A Malaysian candidate who wishes to pursue a programme of study at the Universiti Malaya must fulfil the University's entry requirements as follows: |
Special Entry Requirements (Malaysian)
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STPM (Current Year) |
MATRICULATION/FOUNDATION (Current Year) |
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Science and Arts Stream
Passed the STPM with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
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Obtained at least Grade B+ at the STPM level in three (3) of the following subjects:
✔ Accounting ✔ Mathematics (M) ✔ Mathematics (T) ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
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Obtained at least Grade B+ for Mathematics / Additional Mathematics subject and Grade B in English Language at the SPM level;
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Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET |
Science and Accounting Stream Passed the Matriculation/Foundation with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
And Obtained at least Grade B+ at the Matriculation/Foundation level in three (3) of the following subjects:
✔ Accounting ✔ Mathematics ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry ✔ Business in Technology ✔ Financial Accounting ✔ Management Accounting
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Obtained at least Grade B+ for Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and Grade B in English Language at the SPM level;
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Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET |
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DIPLOMA |
OTHERS REQUIREMENT |
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Possess a Diploma in Accounting or other related field from any institutions recognised by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the University’s Senate with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
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Obtained at least Grade B+ at the Diploma level in three (3) of the following subjects: ✔ Accounting ✔ Mathematics ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
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Obtained at least Grade B+ for Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and Grade B in English Language at the SPM level;
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Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET |
GCE A-Level
Passed the GCE A-Level with at least Grade B in any two (2) of the following subjects:
✔ Accounting ✔ Mathematics ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
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Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
However, applicants who do not have MUET but have the following results may be considered for conditional offer by fulfilling the MUET requirements within the duration of one (1) academic session:
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Possess the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 35 points;
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Obtained at least Grade 5 (Higher Level) at the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma level in Mathematics and two (2) of the following subjects:
✔ Mathematics ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
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Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
However, applicants who do not have MUET but have the following results may be considered for conditional offer by fulfilling the MUET requirements within the duration of one (1) academic session:
Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) Possess the Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) with a minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) rank of 80 percent (%);
and Obtained at least a score of 70% at the Australian Matriculation Programme (AUSMAT) level in Mathematics and two (2) of the following subjects:
✔ Mathematics ✔ Business Management and Enterprise ✔ Economics ✔ Accounting and Finance ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
and Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET However, applicants who do not have MUET but have the following results may be considered for conditional offer by fulfilling the MUET requirements within the duration of one (1) academic session:
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Special Entry Requirements (Non- Malaysian)
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (SHSC) / HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (HSC)/ GRADE 12 |
MATRICULATION/FOUNDATION (Current Year) |
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Pass with at least a grade of B+ or/and 80% in the subject of Mathematics at the Senior High School Certificate (SHSC)/High School Certificate (HSC)/Grade 12 level;
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Obtained at least Grade B+ in three (3) of the following subjects:
✔ Accounting ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
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Science, Accounting Stream & Science Social
Passed the Matriculation/Foundation with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
And Obtained at least Grade B+ at the Matriculation/Foundation level in three (3) of the following subjects:
✔ Accounting ✔ Mathematics ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry ✔ Business in Technology ✔ Financial Accounting ✔ Management Accounting
And Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
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DIPLOMA |
OTHERS REQUIREMENT |
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Possess a Diploma in Accounting or other related field from any institutions recognised by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the University’s Senate with at least a CGPA of 3.30;
And
Obtained at least Grade B+ at the Diploma level in three (3) of the following subjects: ✔ Accounting ✔ Mathematics ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
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Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
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GCE A-Level
Passed the GCE A-Level with at least Grade B in any two (2) of the following subjects:
✔ Accounting ✔ Mathematics ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
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Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
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International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Possess the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 35 points;
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Obtained at least Grade 5 (Higher Level) at the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma level in Mathematics and two (2) of the following subjects:
✔ Mathematics ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
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Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
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March and October
Undergraduate Office,
Faculty of Business and Economics,
Ground Floor, H10 Building,
University of Malaya,
50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Last Update: 10/12/2024
