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Business education in the University of Malaya (UM) dates back to 1966 when the Faculty of Economics and Administration first offered business and accounting courses. In line with the increasing demand for accounting and business programmes, the Faculty of Business and Accountancy (FBA) was subsequently established in 1997 to focus on developing these programmes. FBA strives to meet the challenges of preparing students to play a vital role in industry and nation building. FBA seeks to remain at the forefront of business and accounting education and continues to enjoy the reputation as an excellent knowledge-based institution.
PROGRAMME GOAL AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
Aim of the Programme
To equip graduates with knowledge, competency, practical skills, leadership attributes and problem solving skills in business management.
Learning Outcomes of the programme
At the end of the BBA programme, graduates are able to:
• Acquire knowledge in various business disciplines
• Apply the knowledge in various functional business disciplines
• Demonstrate an awareness of social responsibility
• Demonstrate professional behaviour
• Show the ability to communicate, lead and work in a team
• Solve problems using the scientific approach
• Become life-long self-directed learners
• Apply managerial and entrepreneurial skills.
• Human Resource Executive/Manager
• Training Executive/Manager
• Recruitment/staffing Executive
• Risk Manager
• Fund Manager
• Investment Analyst
• Financial Analyst
• Portfolio Manager
• Insurance/Banking Product Manager
• Stock Broker/Remisier
• Financial Planner/ Executive
• Marketing Researcher
• Sales/ Marketing Executive/ Manager
• Promotions Manager
• Import/ Export Executive
| Types of Courses | Credits |
| University Courses | 13 |
| Core Courses | 49 |
| Elective Courses | 51 |
| Industrial Training | 6 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 122 |
Note: The programme structure is subject to change
DURATION OF STUDY
7- 11 Semesters
Minimum: 3 ½ years
Maximum: 5 ½ 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: (1) Passed the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with Grade B in Bahasa Melayu subject |
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;
and
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
and
Obtained at least Grade B+ for Mathematics / Additional Mathematics subject and Grade B in English Language at the SPM level;
And
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET |
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 ✔ Accountant in Business ✔ Financial Accounting ✔ Management Accounting
and Obtained at least Grade B+ for Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and Grade B in English Language at the SPM level;
And Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET |
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DIPLOMA |
OTHERS REQUIREMENT |
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Possess a Diploma in Business Studies 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
And
Obtained at least Grade B+ for Mathematics / Additional Mathematics and Grade B in English Language at the SPM level;
And
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
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:
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Possess the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 35 points;
and
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
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:
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;
and
Obtained at least Grade B+ in three (3) of the following subjects:
✔ Accounting ✔ Economics ✔ Business Studies ✔ Physics ✔ Chemistry
And
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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
OR
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DIPLOMA |
OTHERS REQUIREMENT |
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Possess a Diploma in Business Studies 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
And
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
OR
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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
and
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
OR
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Possess the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum score of 35 points;
and
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
and
Obtained at least Band 4.0 in MUET
OR
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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Faculty of Business and Economics,
Ground Floor, H10 Building,
University of Malaya,
50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Last Update: 10/12/2024